Category: Environment Current Affairs

Syntretus perlmani: Researchers recently discovered a new species of parasitoid wasp named Syntretus perlmani that matures inside living adult fruit flies before bursting out, much like a scene from the Alien films. Syntretus perlmani is a new species of parasitoid wasp. It is the first wasp found to infect adult fruit flies, a stark contrast […]

Gorillas : Study Scientists believe that gorillas could offer insights into future drug discoveries through their self-medicating behaviour, according to a new study. Gorillas are the largest of the great apes (there are 5 species of great apes, including, gorilla, orangutan, chimpanzee, bonobo and human). Gorillas share 98.3% of their genetic code with humans, making […]

Gopalpur Port: The Odisha government recently approved a proposal to transfer 95 percent of the equity shares of Gopalpur Port to Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ). Gopalpur Port is a deep-draft, multi-cargo port located on the east coast of India in the mineral-rich state of Odisha. It lies between Paradip Port in […]

PM Modi Welcomes Newborn Calf ‘Deepjyoti’: Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced a newborn calf, ‘Deepjyoti’, born at his official residence at Lok Kalyan Marg, New Delhi. Sharing a video on X, PM Modi revealed that the calf, with a unique light-like mark on its forehead, inspired the name ‘Deepjyoti’, which translates to ‘light of the […]

Siddha Medicine: A combination of ‘Siddha’ drugs can reduce anaemia among adolescent girls, according to a recent study.A combination of ‘Siddha’ drugs can reduce anaemia among adolescent girls, according to a recent study. Siddha Medicine is a traditional system of healing that originated in South Indiaand is considered to be one of India’s oldest systems […]

Trilobites : Study A new study finds that a trilobite species with exceptionally well-preserved fossils from upstate New York has an additional set of legs underneath its head. Trilobites are a group of extinct marine arthropods. Tri-lob-ite means three-part-body in Latin. They first appeared around 521 million years ago, shortly after the beginning of the […]

Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana : In News The Union Cabinet has approved health coverage for all senior citizens aged 70 and above under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) Health Cover for Senior Citizens under AB PM-JAY: All senior citizens aged 70 and above, regardless of income. Beneficiaries […]

Prime Minister unveils Vision for India as Green Hydrogen Hub: The Prime Minister has unveiled an ambitious vision to make India a global hub for green hydrogen production, utilization, and export. Aims to lead in the production, utilization, and export of green hydrogen, making India a global leader. Government Initiatives: Policies, research, and international collaborations […]

Onitis bordati: Researchers have identified a previously unknown dung beetle species, Onitis bordati, in the Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary in Meghalaya. Onitis bordati is a dung beetle species belonging to the genus Onitis. Males of most species have distinctive forelegs that are long, slender and curved, often with teeth or spines. The species belonging to the […]

Mikania micrantha: Bhadra Tiger Reserve (BTR) is facing a biodiversity threat from the rapid spread of the invasive weed Mikania micrantha, which now covers 10%-15% of the reserve. This aggressive creeper, known as the “mile-a-minute” vine, has caused similar damage in other reserves like Chitwan in Nepal and Valmiki in Bihar.