Caenorhabditis elegans: Researchers found that once C. elegans worms eat a disease-causing strain of bacteria, its children inherited the ‘knowledge’ to avoid making the same mistake — up to four generations. Caenorhabditis elegans is a nematode worm which is a small, relatively simple, and precisely structured organism. It grows within 3-5 days from a fertilised […]
About: Kumari Sonali
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Freshwater Under The Ocean Bed
Freshwater Under The Ocean Bed: Freshwater exploration from under the ocean bed is gaining attention as a potential solution to depleting freshwater resources. Recent discoveries have revealed significant freshwater reservoirs under the ocean. Rainwater and surface water can seep into the ground and percolate deep into the Earth’s crust. Some of this water can accumulate […]
Himalayan Magpies : Study
Himalayan Magpies : Study The enchanting Himalayan magpies have garnered increased attention as researchers delve deeper into their habitats and behaviours. These captivating birds adorn the mountainous landscapes from Kashmir to Myanmar, adding vibrancy to the region. Corvidae Family and Magpies: Magpies belong to the Corvidae family of birds, which includes crows, jays, and ravens. […]
Indian Space Situational Assessment Report 2023
Indian Space Situational Assessment Report 2023: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has released the Indian Space Situational Assessment Report (ISSAR) for 2023, which provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of India’s space assets and their vulnerability to potential collisions in space. ISSAR 2023 Report Highlight: Globally, 3,143 objects were added in 2023 […]
PM-EAC Report
PM-EAC Report: According to a new analysis by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (PM-EAC), the percentage of Hindus in India has decreased by 7.82% between 1950 and 2015, while the percentages of Muslims, Christians, and Sikhs have increased. Key Findings of this PM-EAC Report: From 1950 to 2015, as per the data […]
Lancet Kamikaze Drone
Lancet Kamikaze Drone: In the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Russia’s utilization of the Lancet Kamikaze drone, which incorporates American AI technology, highlights complex global supply chain issues. Kamikaze drone are small unmanned aircraft packed with explosives that can be flown directly at a tank or a group of troops that are destroyed when it hits […]
Indian Ocean Basin-Wide (IOBW) Index
Indian Ocean Basin-Wide (IOBW) Index: According to a study, Indian Ocean basin-wide (IOBW) index exhibits a close association with dengue outbreaks in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres. Indian Ocean basin-wide (IOBW) Index represents the average sea-surface temperature variations across the tropical Indian Ocean. It has emerged as a key indicator for predicting the magnitude […]
Mammoth Carbon Capture Plant
Mammoth Carbon Capture Plant: The world’s largest facility designed to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere started operations in Iceland. Mammoth carbon capture Plant is the largest carbon dioxide capture and storage facility of its kind situated on a dormant volcano in Iceland. It is dubbed as “Mammoth,” this plant is Climeworks’ second commercial direct […]
Banking Current Affairs : 14th May 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 14th May 2024 for SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc Indian Coast Guard Inks MoU with Hindalco: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Hindalco Industries, a leading industry group, have joined forces to promote the manufacturing and supply of indigenous marine-grade aluminium for the construction of ships. […]
India, France Set For 7th Joint Military Exercise Shakti
India, France Set For 7th Joint Military Exercise Shakti: India and France are set to conduct the 7th edition of the Joint Military Exercise ‘Shakti’ between May 13-26, 2024, in the Umroi region of Meghalaya. This version of the drill builds on the strong defense ties that have been gaining a lot of strength, as […]
