Rashtriya Gokul Mission: Role The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying highlighted the role of the Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM) in the conservation of indigenous bovine breeds and the enhancement of milk production in the Lok Sabha. Rashtriya Gokul Mission was launched in 2014 for the development and conservation of indigenous bovine breeds. The […]
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DNA Profiles and Levirate Marriages
DNA Profiles and Levirate Marriages: During DNA profiling for an organ transplant, it was discovered that a father was not the biological parent of his son, revealing a case of levirate marriage.The exposed sensitive family information, raising concerns about genetic privacy and the unintended consequences of DNA analysis.DNA profiling is a technique to identify individuals […]
Indian Navy Day 2024
Indian Navy Day 2024: On 4th December, Indian Navy Day was celebrated, honoring the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War and Operation Trident, which highlighted the Indian Navy’s strategic success in attacking Pakistan’s Karachi port.The theme for 2024 is “Strength and Power through Innovation and Indigenization”. The day underscores the critical role of the Indian Navy in maintaining […]
SheSTEM, 2024
SheSTEM, 2024: SheSTEM 2024, an annual event organized by Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) and the Office of Science and Innovation at the Embassy of Sweden, showcased energy storage and sustainability innovations from students across India.Organizers: Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, and the Embassy of Sweden. Objective is to inspire youth and promote STEM careers, […]
Extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA)
Extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA): Extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA) has emerged as a groundbreaking area in cancer biology, challenging foundational genetic principles and offering new insights into cancer progression and drug resistance.ecDNA is a circular fragment of genetic material that breaks away from chromosomes and floats freely in the cell nucleus.Created by DNA damage, chromosomal rearrangements, or errors […]
Australian Davis Cup Icon Neale Fraser Passes Away at 91
Australian Davis Cup Icon Neale Fraser Passes Away at 91: Neale Fraser, one of Australia’s most celebrated tennis players and captains, passed away at the age of 91. A legend of the sport, Fraser’s contributions as a player and as a Davis Cup captain marked a golden era for Australian tennis. Renowned for his prowess […]
RBI Increases UPI Lite Wallet and Transaction Limits
RBI Increases UPI Lite Wallet and Transaction Limits: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised the UPI Lite wallet limit to Rs 5,000, with an increase in the per-transaction limit to Rs 1,000. This adjustment, announced after the RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on October 9, 2024, aims to promote wider adoption of […]
US Approves $1.17 Billion Deal for Indian Navy Chopper Equipment
US Approves $1.17 Billion Deal for Indian Navy Chopper Equipment: The outgoing Biden administration has approved a $1.17 billion deal under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program to supply advanced communication systems, sensors, and logistical support for the Indian Navy’s Sikorsky MH-60R multi-role helicopters. The deal, part of a broader strategy to counter challenges in […]
NSIC Pays Record Dividend of Rs. 37.97 Crore for FY 2023-24
NSIC Pays Record Dividend of Rs. 37.97 Crore for FY 2023-24: The National Small Industries Corporation Limited (NSIC), a Mini Ratna enterprise under the Ministry of MSME, achieved a milestone by paying its highest-ever dividend of Rs. 37.97 crore to the Government of India for the financial year 2023-24. Chairman-cum-Managing Director, Dr. Subhransu Sekhar Acharya, […]
India Efforts to Reduce Snakebite Deaths by 2030
India Efforts to Reduce Snakebite Deaths by 2030: This initiative aims to reduce the high mortality and morbidity rates associated with snakebites, particularly in rural and tribal areas, and aligns with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) target of halving global snakebite deaths and injuries by 2030. By mandating reporting of all snakebite cases and deaths, […]
