Striped Hyena : In News The Tajikistan and Uzbekistan have urged the inclusion of the striped hyena (Hyaena hyaena) in Appendix I and II of the Convention of Migratory Species (CMS) at the upcoming Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS COP15). Striped Hyena is one of four species belonging to […]
About: Kumari Sonali
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Reshuffle of Governors and Lieutenant Governors across several states and union territories
Reshuffle of Governors and Lieutenant Governors across several states and union territories: The President of India President Droupadi Murmu recently announced a major reshuffle of Governors and Lieutenant Governors across several states and union territories.Former Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi has been appointed as the new Governor of West Bengal. The Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath […]
India-Japan CEPA Meeting
India-Japan CEPA Meeting: The 7th Joint Committee Meeting under the India–Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) was held in Tokyo to review implementation issues and discuss enhancing bilateral economic engagement.Discussions covered a wide range of issues, including bilateral trade and investment, improving the business environment, and preparations for the upcoming 14th Ministerial Conference (March 2026, […]
Denmark Eliminates Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV and Syphilis
Denmark Eliminates Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV and Syphilis: Denmark has been certified by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the first country in the European Union to eliminate mother-to-child transmission (EMTCT) of HIV and syphilis.Mother-to-Child Transmission (MTCT) is the spread of infections like HIV and syphilis from a mother to her baby during pregnancy, childbirth, […]
Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG)
Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG): Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports announced that the first-ever Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) will be held in Chhattisgarh from 25 March to 6 April 2026.The Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) is a national-level multi-sport event dedicated exclusively to tribal athletes across India.It is organised under the Khelo […]
Karnataka’s Proposal to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16
Karnataka’s Proposal to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16: Karnataka Chief Minister announced in the 2026–27 Karnataka State Budget that the state plans to ban social media use for children below 16 years.The Karnataka government has proposed a policy restriction on access to social media platforms for children below the age of 16. The […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 5th March 2026
Today’s Current Affairs: 5th March 2026 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Cushing’s Syndrome
Cushing’s Syndrome: Recent studies have reported expanding treatment options for Cushing’s syndrome. It is a disorder that occurs when the body makes too much of the hormone cortisol over a long period of time. Cortisol is produced by the adrenal glands and helps control blood pressure, metabolism, immunity, and the body’s response to stress. The […]
New Earthworm Species
New Earthworm Species: A team of researchers have discovered two previously unknown species of moniligastrid earthworms and named them as Moniligaster girishi and Drawida reynoldsi. New Earthworm Species: Moniligaster girishi: It is endemic to Western Ghats and belongs to the family Moniligastridae. It is named after P. Girish Kumar, a scientist at the Zoological Survey […]
Karbi Anglong Ginger
Karbi Anglong Ginger: Assam Agriculture Minister flagged off the first export of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong Ginger to London. It is grown as an important cash crop in Singhasan Hills of Karbi Anglong district of Assam. It is cultivated using the age-old system of Jhum and Tila cultivation. Properties of Karbi Anglong Ginger: It is one […]
