Brumation : Reptilian Survival Strategy Researchers have observed instances of brumation in various reptilian species across habitats. Brumation is the name to describe a period of dormancy or slowed activity in reptiles, much like hibernation in mammals. It typically occurs during colder months, when temperatures drop and food becomes scarce. During brumation, reptiles may retreat […]
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High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS)
High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS): The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) – National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) recently conducted successful tests on a High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS), marking a significant milestone in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology. High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) is a solar-powered UAV. It can generate solar energy and remain in the air […]
Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024
Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024: The two houses of the Parliament recently approved the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024. Major Provisions of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024: The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, has long been a cornerstone of […]
Retail Inflation
Retail Inflation: India’s retail inflation eased to a three-month low of 5.1% recently. Retail inflation, also known as Consumer Price Index (CPI)inflation, tracks the change in retail prices of goods and services which households purchase for their daily consumption. CPI is calculated for a fixed basket of goods and services that may or may not […]
Bor Tiger Reserve
Bor Tiger Reserve: The Bor Tiger Reserve (BTR) recently sought Rs 1 crore for various works to start wildlife safaris in the Bangdapur and Hingni forest ranges. Bor Tiger Reserve is a wildlife sanctuary which was declared a tiger reserve in July 2014. It is located in the Wardha District of Maharashtra. It is the […]
Great Backyard Bird Count
Great Backyard Bird Count: In a remarkable display of citizen science and enthusiasm for birdwatching, India emerged as a key participant in the annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is an annual, four-day event that engages bird enthusiasts of all ages around the world in counting birds to create a […]
Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary : Great Indian Bustard Spotted
Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary : Great Indian Bustard Spotted The Great Indian Bustard (GIB) has not been spotted at the Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary in Nandyal district of Andhra Pradesh and its surrounding areas for the last couple of years, which is an indication that the bird is at risk of local extinction. Rollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary is […]
Sangeet Natak Akademi
Sangeet Natak Akademi: Former Vice-president of India and Union Minister for Culture, Tourism and Development of the Northeast Region will be inaugurating the Sangeet Natak Akademi’s ‘Dakshin Bharat Sanskritik Kendra’ in Hyderabad. Sangeet Natak Akademi is India’s national academy of music, dance and drama. It was created by a resolution of the Ministry of Education, […]
SWATI Portal
SWATI Portal: Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India launched “Science for Women-A Technology & Innovation (SWATI)” Portal. SWATI Portal is aimed at creating a single online portal representing Indian Women and Girls in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Medicine). The database of the SWATI Portal will serve in policy-making to address the […]
National Creators Award
National Creators Award: The Prime Minister Of India hailed the initiative of the National Creators Award, saying it was a great opportunity for the creator community, putting the spotlight on the extraordinary talent across India. National Creators Award is the first-of-its-kind award that will be targeted at “Gen Z”, a reference to the young generation […]
