Ghaggar River : two teenagers lost their lives after drowning Two teenagers lost their lives after drowning in the Ghaggar River near Panchkula. The Ghaggar River is an intermittent river that flows in India and Pakistan. The river flows only during the monsoon It rises from the Shivalik Range of northwestern Himachal Pradesh. After passing […]
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India’s First Gene-Edited Sheep
India’s First Gene-Edited Sheep: Researchers from Kashmir have successfully developed India’s first gene-edited sheep using CRISPR-Cas9 technology, under a project funded by the ICAR. They edited the myostatin gene in a local Merino lamb, increasing muscle mass by 30%, similar to European Texel sheep. It contains no foreign DNA, making it non-transgenic.Gene Editing (or Genome […]
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan: The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan is a nationwide campaign launched to modernize Indian agriculture through scientific outreach, sustainable practices, and farmer empowerment.Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan is conducted biannually before the Kharif and Rabi sowing seasons to provide timely field-level guidance on improving crop production, soil health, and resource management. It aims […]
Sugar Boards
Sugar Boards: To combat the rising health risks associated with excessive sugar consumption among school children, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has mandated the establishment of ‘sugar boards’ in over 24,000 affiliated schools across India. ‘Sugar boards’ visually display the sugar content in common beverages and snacks, educating children about the health risks […]
World Dugong Day : 28th May
World Dugong Day : 28th May Every year, May 28th is celebrated as World Dugong Day.Dugongs (Dugong dugon) are the only herbivorous mammals found in India’s marine ecosystems.It is known as the sea cow, but resembles a cross between a seal and a whale, and is distributed through the Indo-Pacific region.They are found along the […]
Ker Sangri : Received a Geographical Indication tag
Ker Sangri : Received a Geographical Indication tag Rajasthan’s famous dish Ker Sangri has received a Geographical Indication tag.It is a Rajasthani delicacy made using sangri pods sourced from hardy khejri trees and Ker berries that grow on Ker trees. Both these ingredients are native to the arid regions of the Thar Desert.Preparing Ker Sangri […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 28th May 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 28th May 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Kilauea Volcano : Released Lava Fountains
Kilauea Volcano : Released Lava Fountains The Kilauea volcano on Hawaii’s Big Island released lava fountains reaching over 1,000 feet into the air recently. Kilauea Volcano is one of the world’s most active volcanoes. It is a shield-type volcano located in the southeastern part of the island of Hawaii, Hawaii state, United States. The volcano […]
Caliphaea sinuofurcata
Caliphaea sinuofurcata: Scientists have identified a new species of damselfly, Caliphaea Sinuofurcata, from Arunachal Pradesh. Caliphaea sinuofurcata is a new species of damselfly. It was discovered during biodiversity surveys in the Upper Siang and Lower Dibang Valley districts of Arunachal Pradesh. Proposed to be called the “Bearded Bronzeback,” this stunning insect marks only the second […]
Coastline Paradox
Coastline Paradox: The coastline paradox reveals more than a peculiar measurement challenge: it underscores how science evolves with better tools. In December 2024, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs made an important announcement as part of its 2023-2024 annual report. It said the length of India’s coastline had increased from 7,516.6 km to 11,098.8 km, […]
