Standardised Precipitation Index: The India Meteorological Department has analysed trends for precipitation and drought-like conditions over India using the ‘Standardised Precipitation Index’ (SPI). Standardised Precipitation Index estimates wet or dry conditions based on precipitation variables. The SPI calculation is based on the long-term precipitation record for a particular location and long-term period (longer than 30 […]
Category: Current Affairs
Sub-Classification Of SCs And STs
Sub-Classification Of SCs And STs: On August 1, 2024, the Supreme Court of India ruled in the case of State of Punjab and Ors Vs Davinder Singh and Ors that states can sub-classify Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) to grant additional quotas for the more disadvantaged within these categories. Judgment Overview: Sub-Classification Allowed: […]
Kindlins : Adapter Proteins
Kindlins : Adapter Proteins A study explored the role of Kindlins—adapter proteins involved in cell signalling—in various cancers. These proteins are critical for transferring extracellular cues to biochemical signals within cells, influencing multiple signalling pathways essential for cellular homeostasis. Mutations in Kindlins, caused by carcinogens like nicotine and UV rays, can disrupt this balance and […]
Axis Of Resistance
Axis Of Resistance: The Hamas leader was assassinated in an airstrike in Tehran and experts believe that Iran could hike up attacks against Israel through its allies – Axis of resistance. Axis of resistance is a coalition of Iranian-backed groups. The coalition’s name is said to be inspired by former US President George W Bush’s […]
Sloth Bear : Study
Sloth Bear : Study Scientists suggested that a careful study of sloth bear behaviour during its encounters with tigers can help people across South Asia avert deadly attacks. Sloth bears are one of the eight bear species found across the world. They are myrmecophagous, meaning, they find bugs and termites to be their most sought […]
Vampire Stars
Vampire Star: Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery of a vampire star in the star cluster M67 located in the constellation Cancer, that has been rejuvenating its youth by sucking up material from a companion. Vampire Stars are known to astronomers as blue straggler stars (BSS) and are identified easily in star clusters. These stars, […]
Women Entrepreneurship Program
Women Entrepreneurship Program: The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) unveiled the Women Entrepreneurship Program to empower women entrepreneurs and spur economic growth. Women Entrepreneurship Program is designed to address the distinct challenges that women face when starting and growing businesses. This initiative aims to empower approximately 25 lakh women across India, providing them with the […]
Pumped Storage Hydropower
Pumped Storage Hydropower: Budget 2024-25 promised that “a policy for promoting pumped storage projects will be brought out for electricity storage. Pumped Storage Hydropower (PSH) is a type of hydroelectric energy storage. It is a fundamentally simple system that consists of two water reservoirs at different elevations. When there is excess electricity available, such as […]
Surrogate Advertising
Surrogate Advertising: The Union Health Ministry recently asked both the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to bring in measures to prevent surrogate advertisement of tobacco and or alcohol related products by sportspersons. Surrogate Advertising refers to a form of advertisement that duplicates the brand image […]
Disaster Management (Amendment Bill), 2024
Disaster Management (Amendment Bill), 2024: The Government recently introduced the Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill 2024 in the Lok Sabha. Disaster Management (Amendment Bill), 2024 seeks to amend the Disaster Management Act, 2005, which was enacted to provide for the effective management of disasters. The bill makes provision for the constitution of “Urban Disaster Management Authority” […]
