Totapuri Mangoes: The Andhra Pradesh government has banned the entry of juicy Totapuri mangoes from other states into Chittoor district, a decision that has put it at loggerheads with neighbouring Karnataka. Totapuri mangoes are primarily grown in Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh and in parts of border districts in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. It is […]
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Ocean Darkening
Ocean Darkening: A new study seems to suggest that more than one-fifth of the global ocean has considerably darkened in the last two decades. Darkening of the ocean is essentially shrinking of the photic zones or those layers of water where sunlight can pass and induce the process of photosynthesis which is key to all […]
Emperor Penguins : Study
Emperor Penguins : Study A study revealed that emperor penguins are the iconic species threatened by climate change in Antarctica. Emperor penguins are the tallest and heaviest penguin alive today. They evolved about one million years ago, and are highly adapted to life in one of Earth’s harshest environments Adults are coloured black and white […]
Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023
Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023: The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023, effective from August 2023, replaces criminal penalties with fines for minor violations, decriminalizing 183 provisions across 42 Central Acts to promote ease of living, ease of doing business, and a trust-based regulatory approach. Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023 […]
50 years of National Emergency
50 years of National Emergency: 50 years ago, on 12th June 1975, the Allahabad High Court invalidated Indira Gandhi’s 1971 election in Indira Nehru Gandhi v. Shri Raj Narain Case, 1975 leading to the declaration of a national emergency (NE) on 25th June 1975 that continued till March 1977. It is a landmark in India’s […]
IREDA Bags ‘Excellent’ Ratings
IREDA Bags ‘Excellent’ Ratings: The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) was awarded an ‘Excellent’ rating for its exceptional performance in the Power and NBFC sectors by the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE). IREDA received the ‘Excellent’ rating for the fourth consecutive year, based on its annual performance for FY 2023-24. This recognition highlights […]
Israel launched Operation Rising Lion
Israel launched Operation Rising Lion: Israel launched “Operation Rising Lion,” a full-scale military strike on Iran targeting nuclear and missile infrastructure. Hostilities began after Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution, which adopted a theocratic and anti-Israel stance.Iran supports Hezbollah (Lebanon), Hamas (Gaza), Houthis (Yemen), and militias in Iraq to encircle Israel without direct confrontation.Israel has previously struck […]
India’s First Solar Waste Playbook
India’s First Solar Waste Playbook: The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) released draft guidelines on June 4, 2025, for managing solar photovoltaic (PV) waste under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022.Solar waste refers to end-of-life solar PV modules, panels, or cells discarded from use or manufacturing, now classified as CEEW 14 under e-waste rules. -India may […]
Y-Break protocol for workplace wellness
Y-Break protocol for workplace wellness: Union Ayush Minister highlighted the Modi government’s success in institutionalizing Yoga globally, with special mention of the Y-Break protocol for workplace wellness.Y-Break is a 5-minute guided Yoga module developed by the Ministry of Ayush to promote well-being and productivity in workplace settings. Aims to help working professionals de-stress, refresh, and […]
India has directed IREL (India) Ltd to suspend its 13-year-old rare earth supply agreement with Japan
India has directed IREL (India) Ltd to suspend its 13-year-old rare earth supply agreement with Japan: India has directed IREL (India) Ltd to suspend its 13-year-old rare earth supply agreement with Japan, aiming to prioritize domestic needs and reduce dependence on Chinese processing chains.IREL (India) Limited is a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Department […]
