Epidermolysis Bullosa: A medical college in Karnataka has received a ₹ 5.5-crore research grant from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to develop affordable diagnostic and precision treatment approaches for epidermolysis bullosa (EB). Epidermolysis Bullosa is a rare genetic disorder that causes extreme skin fragility. It comprises a group of inherited disorders in which […]
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Open General Export Licence
Open General Export Licence: The Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence has undertaken a comprehensive set of reforms to simplify the Defence Export Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and the Open General Export Licence (OGEL) framework. It was introduced for the first time in 2019, following demands from exporters, to make defence exports easier. It […]
Jago AI Assistant
Jago AI Assistant: The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the Jago AI Assistant. Jago AI Assistant is an AI conversational assistant to extend the reach of tribal welfare schemes and programmes. It is an initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The AI-powered chatbot is designed to simplify access to information related to tribal […]
National Test House : 115th Foundation
National Test House: 115th Foundation The National Test House (NTH) is set to host a celebration for its 115th Foundation Day at its Jakkuru Campus in Bengaluru. National Test House is a premier scientific organization of the Government of India. It was established in 1912 under the then Railway Board. It is India’s largest multi-location […]
Gene-Edited Rice Varieties
Gene-Edited Rice Varieties: India developed two genome-edited rice varieties — DRR Dhan 100 (Kamala) and Pusa Rice DST1 and is set to release Pusa Rice DST1 for commercial production in the upcoming rabi season. Pusa DST Rice 1 is derived from MTU1010, which is suitable for rabi season in southern states. It is developed by […]
Lead : New study
Lead : New study Researchers at the ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN), Hyderabad, have found that exposure to lead can significantly disrupt the natural waste-clearing and recycling system of nerve cells. Lead is a naturally occurring element found in small amounts in the earth’s crust. It is a soft, silvery white or grayish metal in […]
Adi Vaani Platform
Adi Vaani Platform: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs today began the three-day National Conclave on Tribal Languages & Museums in Mysuru, Karnataka in which full-fledged Adi Vaani Platform was launched. Adi Vaani Platform is India’s first AI-powered translator for tribal languages. It is designed to bridge communication gaps between tribal and non-tribal communities, while safeguarding […]
Dak MITRA and Dak Sewa Apps
Dak MITRA and Dak Sewa Apps: The Union Minister for Communications launched the revamped Dak Sewa App and Dak MITRA App at a function in New Delhi. The upgraded Dak MITRA (Mobile Interface for Transactions & Rural Assistance) application serves as a unified operational platform for more than 1.4 lakh Branch Post Offices. It is […]
The Garbhini Mitra Course
The Garbhini Mitra Course: The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, has launched the “Garbhini Mitra” course for the 2026–2027 academic session. Garbhini Mitra is a structured, six-month offline healthcare skill-development training program. It blends traditional Ayurvedic maternal care principles with fundamental modern healthcare-support practices to develop non-clinical support personnel who provide lifestyle […]
The Hawk Fire
The Hawk Fire: The Hawk Fire, a fast-spreading, human-caused wildfire burning across Peavine Peak northwest of Reno, prompted Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo to declare a State of Emergency in Washoe County. The Hawk Fire is a rapidly moving, wind-driven wildland-urban interface (WUI) fire in western Nevada. It is characterized by high rates of spread across […]
