Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2025: Union Jal Shakti Minister launched Swachh Survekshan Grameen (SSG) 2025, India’s largest rural sanitation survey.A nationwide rural sanitation ranking survey covering 21,000 villages across 761 districts in 34 States/UTs. Anchored under Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin) Phase-II to assess the sustainability of ODF Plus outcomes. Conducted by the Department of Drinking Water […]
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Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 29th May 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 29th May 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Pedicularis rajeshiana
Pedicularis rajeshiana: Researchers have discovered a new plant species, Pedipularis rajeshiana, in the high-altitude regions of Rohtang Pass in the western Himalayas region. It belongs to a group of plants known as “Louseworts”, which are hemiparasitic, meaning they derive some nutrients from other plants while still performing photosynthesis. It consists of unique floral characteristics and […]
Nurdles : Found on beaches in Thiruvananthapuram
Nurdles : Found on beaches in Thiruvananthapuram Tiny plastic pellets (nurdles) found on beaches in Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala following the sinking of the container vessel MSC ELSA3. Nurdles are small pre-formed masses of moulding material that have relatively uniform dimensions within a specific batch. These pellets are utilised as raw material in moulding and extrusion […]
Stromatolites : In News
Stromatolites : In News A large stromatolites — dating back to 600 million years unearthed in the pine-clad ridges of Chambaghat in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh. Stromatolites are organo-sedimentary structures formed from the entrapment of calcium carbonate precipitates by algae and cyanobacteria. They are bio sedimentary structures produced in shallow marine seas. These structures […]
Stingless Bees : New Study
Stingless Bees: New Study A new study has shown that stingless bees, which produce a high-value honey with a distinct flavour, can increase the yield and quality of crops. A stingless bee is a bee that appears very similar to a honeybee, but is incapable of stinging. Approximately 550 species of stingless bees are found […]
Seven Summits Challenge
Seven Summits Challenge: Hyderabad teenager Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti recently became the youngest Indian and the second youngest person in the world to complete the legendary 7 Summits challenge. The ‘Seven Summits‘ is a challenge first proposed and then completed by Richard Bass in 1985. It consists of climbing to the highest point on each of […]
India Crypto Policy
India Crypto Policy: A Trump-linked US firm, World Liberty Financial Inc (WLFI), has signed an MoU with Pakistan’s Crypto Council to develop a crypto-based financial system, prompting geopolitical and security concerns for India. India Crypto Policy: Pakistan’s Crypto Pact with WLFI: MoU Signed: Pakistan’s newly-formed Crypto Council and WLFI have agreed to introduce stablecoins, monetize […]
National Academy of Medical Sciences
National Academy of Medical Sciences: One of the critical gaps in cancer care in India is the lack of adequate diagnostic services, finds the latest report by the National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS). National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS) is a unique institution functioning as an apex body with the objective to foster and […]
Churdhar Wildlife Sanctuary
Churdhar Wildlife Sanctuary: The forest department of Himachal Pradesh recently put on hold its order imposing user charge on visitors to the Churdhar Wildlife Sanctuary in Sirmaur district. Churdhar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Sirmour district of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated in the Shivalik range of the Himalayas. Established in 1985, this sanctuary […]
