Global Energy Review 2024: The International Energy Agency (IEA) released the Global Energy Review (GRE) 2024, analyzing trends in energy demand, supply, technology, and CO₂ emissions. Key Highlights of GRE 2024: Global Energy Demand Growth: Increased by 2.2%, with emerging economies contributing 80% of the rise. Rise of Renewables & Natural Gas: Renewables accounted for […]
Lyme Disease : New Study
Lyme Disease : New Study Scientists have discovered that the enzyme BbLDH is crucial for the survival and infectivity of the Lyme disease bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. Lyme Disease is caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi. The infection can lead to problems with the skin, heart, brain, and joints. It’s transmitted (spread) to humans through a […]
Samarth Incubation Program
Samarth Incubation Program: The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DoT) has launched the ‘Samarth’ Incubation Program to foster innovation in Telecom and IT sectors by startup collaboration and attracting investments. It aims to support DPIIT- recognized startups developing next-generation technologies in Telecom Software, Cyber Security, 5G/6G, AI, IoT, and Quantum Technologies. It will provide sustainable […]
Third Report on the State of the World’s Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
Third Report on the State of the World’s Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture: The FAO released the Third Report on the State of the World’s Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture on March 24, 2025. The report highlighted alarming dependency on nine crops and threats to global plant genetic diversity. State of […]
Baalpan ki Kavita initiative
Baalpan ki Kavita initiative: The Ministry of Education has launched the “Baalpan ki Kavita initiative” to restore and promote Indian rhymes and poems for young children. It is a national initiative to compile nursery rhymes and poems in all Bhartiya Bhasha and English focusing on culturally relevant themes for young children.Launched by the Department of […]
India’s First Indigenously Developed MRI Scanner
India’s First Indigenously Developed MRI Scanner: AIIMS New Delhi is set to install India’s first indigenously developed MRI scanner for clinical evaluation.The initiative aims to reduce dependency on imported medical devices and promote ‘Make in India’ innovation.The first fully indigenously developed 1.5 Tesla MRI scanner designed for advanced medical imaging and clinical trials. Developed by […]
Dare2eraD TB Initiative
Dare2eraD TB Initiative: The Department of Biotechnology has completed sequencing 10,000 TB genome samples under the Dare2eraD TB initiative.Data-Driven Research to Eradicate TB (Dare2eraD TB) is a flagship program using genome sequencing to tackle drug-resistant tuberculosis in India launched on World TB Day, March 24, 2022. Led by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) under Ministry […]
24% hike in the salaries and pensions of Members of Parliament (MPs)
24% hike in the salaries and pensions of Members of Parliament (MPs): The Central government has notified a 24% hike in the salaries and pensions of Members of Parliament (MPs) with retrospective effect from 1st April 2023. However, the India Employment Report (IER) 2024 reveals stagnation and decline in real wages for India’s working population, […]
India’s first zoo to preserve DNA samples
India’s first zoo to preserve DNA samples: Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park in Darjeeling has become India’s first zoo to preserve DNA samples of Himalayan wildlife.Situated in Darjeeling, West Bengal, at an altitude of 2,150 metres (7,050 feet). Founded on 14th August 1958, as a joint venture of the Government of India and the Government […]
Rushikonda Beach regained Blue Flag certification
Rushikonda Beach regained Blue Flag certification: Rushikonda Beach in Visakhapatnam has regained its prestigious Blue Flag certification after temporary withdrawal due to compliance issues. The Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), Denmark, administers and monitors the Blue Flag certification globally. In each country, a National Operator designated by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) is responsible […]
