POLG Disease: A 22-year-old young prince of Luxembourg, Prince Frederik, recently died from a rare genetic disease called POLG. POLG Disease is a genetic mitochondrial disorder that prevents the body’s cells from producing adequate energy, which in turn can cause multiple organ dysfunctions and failures. The disease affects multiple organs of the body, primarily the […]
INS Imphal : Arrived at Port Louis
INS Imphal : Arrived at Port Louis Indian Naval Ship (INS) Imphal arrived at Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius, recently for its maiden port call ahead of the country’s 57th National Day celebrations on March 12. INS Imphal Commissioned in December 2023, INS Imphal is the third of the four Project 15B Visakhapatnam-class stealth-guided […]
Existence Of Fourth Form Of Water
Existence Of Fourth Form Of Water: Scientists have confirmed the existence of a fourth form of water, Plastic Ice VII, an exotic phase of ice that forms under extreme conditions. Under normal conditions, water exists in three phases: solid (ice), liquid (water), and gas (vapour or steam). Unlike ordinary ice, Plastic Ice VII allows water […]
WFI suspension revoked
WFI suspension revoked: The Union government revoked the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), restoring its status as a National Sports Federation (NSF). The suspension, imposed in December 2023, was lifted after the WFI shifted its office location and complied with governance norms. The suspension was imposed in December 2023 due to Sexual […]
Grant in Aid to NCDC
Grant in Aid to NCDC: The Ministry of Cooperation has provided a ₹1,000 crore grant to the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) to strengthen Cooperative Sugar Mills (CSMs). The grant aims to leverage ₹10,000 crore in financial assistance for ethanol plants, cogeneration units, and working capital support.A financial assistance initiative to support Cooperative Sugar Mills […]
AAHAR 2025
AAHAR 2025: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) showcased India’s agricultural and processed food excellence at AAHAR 2025, with 95 exhibitors from 17 states and UTs. APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority) is a statutory body established under the APEDA Act, 1985.It functions under the Ministry of Commerce […]
Soil Fertility Mapping
Soil Fertility Mapping: The Soil & Land Use Survey of India (SLUSI) has generated digital soil fertility maps for 351 villages across 34 districts in Maharashtra using geospatial techniques.This initiative, under the Soil Health & Fertility Scheme, aims to enhance soil productivity and optimize fertilizer use.Soil Fertility Mapping is a scientific method of assessing and […]
NGO to create a mini-forest for school students
NGO to create a mini-forest for school students: Pasumai Vidhaigal, an NGO in Kancheepuram district, has planted over 1,000 fruit tree saplings at the Ullavoor government school to create a mini-forest. This initiative promotes environmental awareness among students and encourages community participation. Over the past 10 years, the NGO has distributed 2.7 lakh saplings and […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 11th March 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 11th March 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
World Spice Organisation : In News
World Spice Organisation: In News The Chairman of the World Spice Organisation (WSO) recently stated that India holds a meager 0.7% share in the global seasoning market, valued at $14 billion in 2024, compared to China’s 12% and the U.S.A.’s 11%. It is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2011 in Kochi, Kerala, the spice capital […]
