Harnessing Gene Drives for Malaria Control: A research shows that genetically modified mosquitoes using gene drives can suppress malaria transmission in real-world conditions, offering a potential breakthrough in global malaria control.Despite interventions like bed nets and medicines, malaria continues to cause over 5 lakh deaths annually worldwide, compounded by growing drug and insecticide resistance.Malaria is […]
Aoleang Festival
Aoleang Festival: The Konyak community celebrated the Aoleang festival in Kohima (Nagaland), showcasing vibrant tribal culture and traditions.Aoleang (Aoleang Monyu) is the premier festival of the Konyak tribe, celebrated annually in the first week of April (1st–6th).It marks the end of the old year and the beginning of the New Year with the onset of […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 20th April 2026
Today’s Current Affairs: 20th April 2026 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
What is Fructose?
What is Fructose? A recent study presents fructose as a significant biological driver of conditions such as obesity, metabolic syndrome, and related chronic illnesses, challenging conventional understandings of dietary sugars. It is a member of a group of carbohydrates known as simple sugars, or monosaccharides. It is one of the three most common natural monosaccharides. […]
Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary
Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary: The Gauhati High Court recently directed the Assam govt to respond to a petition alleging that the forest department floated an e-tender for felling trees in Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary without obtaining mandatory forest clearance from the central govt. It is located in the eastern fringe of Guwahati city in Assam. The sanctuary […]
Kulsi River
Kulsi River: A proposed hydropower project on the Kulsi River is facing opposition from local residents. It is a south-bank tributary of the Brahmaputra River. It is composed of three rivers, namely Khri, Krishniya, and Umsiri, all of which originate from the West Khasi hill ranges of Meghalaya. The river is known as Khri in […]
Glutathione
Glutathione: Researchers recently discovered glutathione’s key part in maintaining the smooth operations of a protein-producing hub in the cell called the endoplasmic reticulum (ER). Glutathione is an antioxidant produced in the body through enzymatic reactions. It is a tripeptide consisting of three amino acids (glutamate, cysteine, and glycine) and is naturally produced in the liver. […]
Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary : In News
Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary: In News A herd of 38 elephant have returned to the Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary after nearly three years. It is located in Jharkhand. It is situated around the Dalma Hills on the Chottanagpur Plateau. The Sanctuary gets its name from the “Dalma mai” a local goddess who is revered and worshipped by […]
Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool
Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool: The union government took a decisive step to shield its seaborne trade from global disruptions with the creation of the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool). Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool is a new domestic maritime insurance scheme designed to safeguard the country’s shipping and trade interests during periods of global instability. […]
National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust
National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust: In its 23rd report on the National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT), the Standing Committee on Coal, Mines and Steel said offshore exploration presents a “significant opportunity” to harness largely untapped seabed minerals. It is set up by the Central Government for the purposes of regional and detailed […]
