Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Study Scientists have found that those living with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have a 71 per cent higher risk of cardiovascular events (CVEs). Obstructive Sleep Apnea is the most common sleep-related breathing disorder. Those people with OSA repeatedly stop and start breathing while they sleep. These breath pauses are known as apneas. […]
Category: Current Affairs
Rove beetle
Rove beetle: Researchers have discovered three previously unknown species of rove beetles in Arunachal Pradesh, marking a significant addition to the state’s rich biodiversity. Rove beetles (family Staphylinidae) are one of the largest beetle families. They are typically elongate, fast-moving beetles with shortened wing covers (elytra) that expose flexible abdominal segments. Many species of these […]
INS Aridhaman : In News
INS Aridhaman: In News India significantly bolstered its maritime nuclear deterrence, by inducting INS Aridhaman, its third indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN).INS Aridhaman is the third vessel of the Arihant-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines (SSBN). It is a ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), meaning it is specifically designed to carry and launch nuclear-tipped ballistic missiles […]
RBI Ban on NDD Contracts
RBI Ban on NDD Contracts: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has restricted banks’ participation in Non-Deliverable Derivative (NDD) contracts to curb offshore currency manipulation and stabilize the Indian Rupee (INR) amidst global geopolitical tensions.Following the directive, the Rupee staged a sharp recovery, rallying from below 95 to 93.10 against the US Dollar as speculative […]
Petrochemical Duty Waiver
Petrochemical Duty Waiver: The Government of India has announced a full customs duty exemption on 40 critical petrochemical products until 30th June, 2026, to counter cost pressures and supply chain volatility triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict.Petrochemical products are the fundamental chemical “building blocks” derived from petroleum or natural gas. They serve as the […]
General Anti Avoidance Rules
General Anti Avoidance Rules: India has amended income tax rules and has clarified that gains arising from assets acquired before April 1, 2017, will remain outside the ambit of general anti-avoidance rules (GAAR). General Anti Avoidance Rules is an anti-tax avoidance law in India to curb tax evasion and avoid tax leaks. It came into […]
Gangotri National Park
Gangotri National Park: The Gangotri National Park reopened after six-month winter break. It is located in Uttarakhand. It sits along the upper catchment of the Bhagirathi River. The northeastern section of the park forms the international boundary of India and Tibet (China). The area enclosed by the park also borders Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary and Govind […]
Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System
Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System: The Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System represents a decisive transformation in India’s approach to weather forecasting and disaster risk reduction. It is an advanced digital forecasting platform developed by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) using open-source technology and in-house expertise. It is digital transformation initiative under Mission Mausam. […]
Newcastle Disease
Newcastle Disease: In News Reports of Newcastle disease circulating across Europe, poultry producers across the UK are being urged to step up vigilance as the virus continues its concerning westward spread. It is caused by avian paramyxovirus serotype 1, affects chickens and a wide range of other birds. It is a highly contagious and often […]
Earthquake Lights
Earthquake Lights: Small earthquakes shook parts of the Aegean Sea near Turkey and Greece and floating lights appear in the sky after earthquake near Turkey which is called as earthquake lights by the scientists. Earthquake lights are flashes, streaks, balls, or tall pillars of light that sometimes appear in the sky right before, during, or […]
