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, […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Cassava Brown Streak Disease
Cassava Brown Streak Disease: A study warns that more than a third of Africa is at risk of Cassava Brown Streak Disease. It is a devastating disease that causes loss of cassava root (tuber) production and quality. It is caused by two types of virus, Cassava Brown Streak Virus (CBSV) and Ugandan Cassava Brown Streak […]
Musa sikkimensis
Musa sikkimensis: Researchers at Nagaland University highlighted genetic richness of wild banana Musa sikkimensis for climate-resilient farming. It is a wild banana species. It is native to the Eastern Himalayas and Northeast India. It is commonly known as the ‘Darjeeling banana’ or ‘Sikkim banana’, It is a tall, evergreen perennial plant that belongs to […]
Oleum
Oleum: A major leak of hazardous oleum gas at a chemical unit in Maharashtra’s Palghar district recently led to the evacuation of over 2,600 people. Oleum is a powerful chemical solution composed of sulfur trioxide (SO₃) dissolved in sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄). Though oleum and sulfuric acid are closely related, they differ significantly in composition and […]
Shtil Missile
Shtil Missile: The Ministry of Defence recently signed contracts worth a total of Rs 5,083 crore for the acquisition of six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Mk-III (Maritime Role) for the Indian Coast Guard and Surface-to-Air Vertical Launch – Shtil missiles for the Indian Navy. It is a medium-range, ship-based, vertical-launch surface-to-air missile (SAM) system developed […]
