Bharat Cleantech Manufacturing Platform: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, launched the Bharat Cleantech Manufacturing Platform at the Bharat Climate Forum 2025 in New Delhi.A national platform designed to enhance India’s cleantech value chains and enable collaboration in the renewable energy sector. Ministry: Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
Plasticizers Degradation
Plasticizers Degradation: Researchers at IIT Roorkee have developed a groundbreaking method to degrade plasticizers, specifically diethyl hexyl phthalate (DEHP), using bacterial enzymes.A method using bacterial enzymes to break down high molecular weight plasticizers like DEHP, commonly found in plastics and personal care products.Esterase enzyme from Sulfobacillus acidophilus for degrading DEHP into less harmful byproducts. Additional […]
Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary
Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary: The Centre’s National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) has approved exploratory drilling for oil and gas in the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of Assam’s Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary.Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary Situated in Jorhat district, Assam, the sanctuary lies in a secluded region of evergreen forest.
Mining Pact Between India and Mongolia
Mining Pact Between India and Mongolia: India is poised to sign a preliminary agreement with Mongolia to enhance bilateral cooperation in the fields of geology and exploration. This agreement focuses on sourcing critical minerals, particularly copper and coking coal, vital for India’s industrial sectors. Mongolia’s rich reserves of these minerals offer India an opportunity to […]
6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Japan
6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Japan: A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck southwestern Japan, with its epicenter located in the Hyuga-Nada Sea off Miyazaki Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) issued a tsunami advisory for Miyazaki and nearby Kochi Prefectures, warning of potential waves up to one meter in height. The advisory was later lifted, and no […]
Avaniyapuram Jallikattu 2025
Avaniyapuram Jallikattu 2025: The Avaniyapuram Jallikattu, a cornerstone of Tamil Nadu’s cultural heritage, commenced on January 14, 2025, in Madurai. This annual bull-taming event, celebrated during the Pongal festival, showcases the valor and skill of participants and the deep-rooted traditions of the region
ISRO’s SpaDeX Mission Achieves Satellite Docking Milestone
ISRO’s SpaDeX Mission Achieves Satellite Docking Milestone: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) made a significant leap in space docking technology with its SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) mission. The mission involves two satellites, SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target), designed to test and demonstrate spacecraft rendezvous, docking, and undocking technologies. On January 12, 2025, ISRO successfully […]
Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme : Urgue To Extend
Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme : Urgue To Extend Amid global economic uncertainties, the industry has urged the government to extend key export-boosting scheme Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) for export-oriented units (EOUs) and special economic zones (SEZs) till September-end.
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 13th January 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 13th January 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Indigenous Surgical Robotic System
Indigenous Surgical Robotic System: India achieved a groundbreaking milestone in healthcare technology with the successful completion of robotic cardiac surgeries via telesurgery using the SSI Mantra 3 Surgical Robotic System. An indigenous surgical robotic system designed for performing advanced robotic surgeries, including telesurgery. Developed by: SS Innovations. Ultra-low latency (35-40 milliseconds): Enables seamless real-time remote […]
