New Species Of Damselfish: A small team of ichthyologists recently discovered a new species of damselfish living off the shores of the Maldives. Damselfish are commonly found in warm, tropical regions, but they can also be seen in subtropical zones. They are mostly marine, found in the Atlantic, India and Pacific oceans, but can be […]
Tag: 10th Dec 2024
Khorlochhu Hydropower Project
Khorlochhu Hydropower Project: Tata Power has commenced construction on the Rs 6,900 crore Khorlochhu Hydropower Project in Bhutan, with commissioning expected by 2029. Khorlochhu Hydropower Project situated on the Kholongchhu River in Eastern Bhutan’s Trashiyangtse district, the project seeks to meet Bhutan’s rising electricity demands and aid India’s renewable energy transition. It is the first-ever […]
Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024
Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024: The Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development for 2024 will be conferred on former Chilean president and prominent human rights voice Michelle Bachelet, a statement issued by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust said recently. The Indira Gandhi Peace Prize, also known as the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, […]
Little Gull : Spotted
Little Gull : Spotted Little gull—a bird native to the Eurasian regio—was spotted for the first time in NCR The Little Gull (hydrocele minutes) is the smallest species of gull (seabird) in the world, belonging to the family Laridae. It breeds in northern Europe and across the Palearctic. It is migratory, wintering on coasts in […]
Viksit Bharat 2047
Viksit Bharat 2047: India aims for developed nation status by 2047 under the Viksit Bharat vision. However, challenges like slower growth, high taxes, and declining foreign investments risk hindering progress. Targets of India for Viksit Bharat 2047: Economic Growth: Achieve a sustained GDP growth rate of 7-8% annually. Social Equity: Eradicate poverty, ensure universal healthcare, […]
De-dollarisation
De-dollarisation: RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das clarified that India is not taking steps toward de-dollarisation despite discussions within BRICS about a common currency to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar. The process of reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar in international trade and reserves to mitigate risks associated with currency volatility. Countries like China and Russia […]
Laysan albatross
Laysan albatross: Wisdom, a 74-year-old Laysan albatross, has set a world record as the oldest wild bird, continuing to contribute to her species’ survival. Laysan Albatross (Phoebastria immutabilis) is a pelagic bird found predominantly in the North Pacific Ocean. Found Primarily in the North Pacific Ocean, with 99.7% of its population nesting in the Northwestern […]
INS Tushil : In News
INS Tushil Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will commission INS Tushil, a stealth missile frigate under Project 1135.6, at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad. INS Tushil is part of the upgraded Krivak III class of Project 1135.6 frigates. It is the seventh ship in this series. Built at: Yantar Shipyard, Kaliningrad, Russia. Signed in October 2016 […]
Nafithromycin
Nafithromycin: India has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) with the development of Nafithromycin, the country’s first indigenous macrolide antibiotic. Developed by: Wockhardt Ltd., with support from the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) under the Biotech Industry Program. Aim: To combat Community-Acquired Bacterial Pneumonia (CABP) and address infections caused […]
20th Manama Dialogue
20th Manama Dialogue: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar attended the 20th Manama Dialogue in Bahrain, highlighting India’s diplomatic efforts in addressing challenges across the Middle East, from Gaza to Syria. Manama Dialogue initiated in 2004 in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Includes participants from Middle East, North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. Organized by: The International […]
