Kashmir Hand-knotted Carpet: The Geographical Indications Registry Chennai has granted a new logo for the Kashmir hand-knotted carpet in order to preserve the exclusivity of the famed Kashmir carpets. The origin of hand knotted carpets, locally known as “Kal baffi” dates back to 15th century after which it progressively attained the high degree of perfection. […]
Tag: 12th Feb 2025
Euthanasia : For Rabies Patients
Euthanasia : For Rabies Patients The Supreme Court recently agreed to hear a plea in seeking passive euthanasia for rabies patients. Euthanasia is defined as the hastening of death of a patient to prevent further suffering. The term “euthanasia” comes from the Greek phrase “eu thanatos”, in which “eu” means “good” and “thanatos” translates into […]
Quipu
Quipu: Astronomers recently identified what could be the largest structure ever found in the known universe, named Quipu. It is a recently discovered superstructure in which galaxies group together in clusters and clusters of clusters (superclusters). It contains nearly 70 galactic superclusters. It is the largest known structure in the universe in terms of length. […]
R-37M Missile
R-37M Missile: Russia has reportedly offered the R-37M missile, one of the world’s best air-to-air missiles, to India. The R-37M missile, known by its NATO reporting name AA-13 Axehead, is a long-range air-to-air missile developed by Russia. It is designed to eliminate enemy fighter jets and drones beyond visual range (BVR). It evolved from the […]
Morand-Ganjal Irrigation Project
Morand-Ganjal Irrigation Project: The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has warned that the Morand-Ganjal Irrigation Project in Madhya Pradesh will submerge vital tiger habitats Satpura and Melghat Tiger Reserves. A dam-based irrigation project aimed at improving agricultural productivity in Madhya Pradesh. Rivers Involved: Morand and Ganjal Rivers. Both the Morand and Ganjal rivers are considered […]
Revised Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) Guidelines
Revised Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) Guidelines: The Government has revised the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) guidelines, increasing the procurement limit from 20% to 25% and expanding procurement agencies. Revised Market Intervention Scheme (MIS): Increased Procurement Limit: Procurement coverage raised from 20% to 25% of total production. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Option: States can now pay […]
Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) : Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign
Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) : Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign India has launched a nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign covering 111 endemic districts across 13 states, with the goal of eliminating Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) by 2027. Lymphatic Filariasis (LF), also called Elephantiasis, is a parasitic disease caused by filarial worms that infect the human lymphatic […]
NITI Aayog Report on Higher Education
NITI Aayog Report on Higher Education: The NITI Aayog report, “Expanding Quality Higher Education through States and State Public Universities,” highlights disparities in state-wise spending on higher education, urging increased public investment, especially in State Public Universities (SPUs). Key Findings: States Allocating the Most to Higher Education (% of GDP): Jammu & Kashmir (8.11%), Manipur […]
Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension: The Natco Pharma has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration final approval for Bosentan tablets for oral suspension, its generic version of Actelion Pharmaceuticals US Inc.’s pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) drug Tracleer. Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension is a specific type of pulmonary hypertension that is caused when the tiny arteries in your lung […]
Yashas
Yashas: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) recently renamed its flagship HJT-36 jet training aircraft as ‘Yashas’, following significant upgrades It is the flagship jet training aircraft of the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The aircraft, previously known as Hindustan Jet Trainer (HJT)-36, has undergone extensive modifications aimed at improving its departure characteristics and spin resistance across the […]
