Bromalites: New research using fossilized feces and vomit, known as bromalites, highlights how dinosaurs rose to dominance during the Triassic Period. Bromalites are fossil traces of organisms, consisting of material from their digestive system. They are the group of ichnofossils that record the consumption, processing, and elimination of material through digestive systems. Each main stage […]
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Anthrax : Female Elephant Died
Anthrax : Female Elephant Died A female elephant died due to suspected anthrax at the Bandipur Tiger Reserve recently. Anthrax is a rare but serious illness caused by a spore-forming bacterium, Bacillus anthracis. It’s found naturally in soil around the world and commonly affects livestock and wild animals. The bacteria produce spores that can live […]
Vikrant Massey Retires from Acting at 37
Vikrant Massey Retires from Acting at 37: Vikrant Massey has announced his retirement from acting at the age of 37. Known for his versatility and powerful performances in TV, films, and OTT platforms, Vikrant made the announcement via an emotional note on Instagram. His decision has left fans shocked and emotional, as he plans to […]
Commissioner of Railway Safety
Commissioner of Railway Safety: India’s first vertical-lift Pamban Bridge aims to boost connectivity between Rameswaram and Tamil Nadu. However, safety concerns and planning lapses raised by the CRS have drawn scrutiny.Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) ensures the safety of rail travel and operations as outlined in the Railways Act, 1989.
Animal Quarantine and Certification Services
Animal Quarantine and Certification Services: Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) recently facilitated its first successful import of a pet under the Animal Quarantine and Certification Services (AQCS) certification. Initiated during the Fourth Five-Year Plan (1969-70) under a central sector scheme by the Government of India.AQCS certification under central animal husbandry department.
CCI Imposes Fine on Meta
CCI Imposes Fine on Meta: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) imposed a penalty of Rs 213.14 crore on Meta for abusing its dominant position through WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy update.This ruling prohibits WhatsApp from sharing user data with other Meta companies for advertising purposes and mandates that user consent must be obtained for any […]
High-Altitude Sickness
High-Altitude Sickness: The recent death of a trekker from Kerala due to high-altitude sickness (HAS) or Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) while attempting to scale a peak in Uttarakhand has brought attention to the dangers of trekking in the mountains.Popular trekking routes often exceed 3,000 meters, increasing the risk of AMS among unacclimatised trekkers.High-altitude sickness occurs […]
Sabal-20 Logistics Drone
Sabal-20 Logistics Drone: In a significant move to bolster the Indian Army’s logistical capabilities, the private drone manufacturer EndureAir has delivered its innovative Sabal 20 logistics drone to the Eastern theatre of operations. It is an electric-unmanned helicopter based on variable pitch technology, designed specifically for aerial logistics. It was manufactured by the private drone […]
MACE Telescope in Ladakh
MACE Telescope in Ladakh: the Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) telescope was inaugurated in Hanle, Ladakh, representing a significant advancement in gamma-ray astronomy.It enables scientists to explore gamma rays with energies exceeding 20 billion electron volts (eV), emitted from sources beyond the Milky Way, including pulsars, blazars, and gamma-ray bursts.MACE positioned at an altitude of […]
Optical Fibre in Siachen
Optical Fibre in Siachen: For the very first time, the Indian Army has successfully installed Optical fibre connectivity at Siachen and Daulet Beg Oldie (DBO) to ensure high-speed broadband connectivity.Fiber optic cables use fast-traveling pulses of light to transfer digital information. It relies on total internal reflection for their operation.Siachen is the world’s highest and […]
