Fishery Survey of India: A deep-sea fishing expedition by the Fishery Survey of India (FSI) recently revealed several highly productive, potentially untouched fishing grounds in the Arabian Sea. The FSI, under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, is the nodal fishery institute in India. Primary Responsibility: Survey and assessment of fishery resources in […]
Tag: 13th Feb 2025
Vancomycin : Study
Vancomycin: Study A study led by the University of Birmingham recently found that vancomycin, a commonly used antibiotic for diarrhea, could effectively treat a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) linked to autoimmune liver disease. It is a glycopeptide antibiotic used to treat severe but susceptible bacterial infections such as MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus). It […]
Crocodile Catfish
Crocodile Catfish: The recent discovery of the Crocodile Catfish in the Bahini River, located in the Basistha locality of Guwahati, has raised alarm over potential ecological disruptions. Crocodile Catfish, commonly known as the Asian giant river catfish, crocodile goonch catfish, or the giant devil catfish, is a species of catfish that belongs to the family […]
Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary: The state government’s move to build a village for tribals in the buffer zone of Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary has raised questions over their safety, besides concerns over fueling wildlife conflicts. It is nestled in the Western Ghats in the Kodagu district of Karnataka. It covers an area of about 181 sq.km. The […]
SAFTA
SAFTA: The Solvent Extractors’ Association of India (SEA) has requested the Government to regulate the inflow of edible oils from Nepal and other SAARC countries due to misuse of SAFTA norms. SAFTA is the free trade arrangement of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). The agreement came into force in 2006, succeeding the […]
Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum
Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum: The 14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum (14AFAF) is being organized in New Delhi during February 12-14, 2025. 14th AFAF has brought together key players from the fisheries and aquaculture sectors and will host around 1,000 delegates from 24 countries, including researchers, policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders. Theme of 14th […]
Devolution Index
Devolution Index: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj will release the comprehensive Devolution Index Report on 13th February, 2025, at Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), New Delhi. Devolution Index is a result of meticulous research and empirical analysis, providing insights into the progress of decentralization across States and Union Territories. The Index evaluates six […]
Structural Changes in Earth’s Inner Core
Structural Changes in Earth’s Inner Core: A study published in Nature Geoscience reveals that Earth’s inner core is undergoing structural changes. Researchers analyzed seismic waves near Antarctica’s South Sandwich Islands from 1991 to 2024. Repeating earthquakes revealed subtle changes in seismic waves, offering insights into Earth’s inner structures. The near surface of Earth’s inner core […]
Economic Contribution of Southern States
Economic Contribution of Southern States: Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V. Anantha Nageswaran emphasized that Southern Indian states should benchmark their economic performance against global standards rather than just other Indian states, highlighting the economic strength of the region and areas requiring improvement. Economic Contribution of Southern States: Economic Contribution: Southern States account for 30% of […]
Nari Adalat Program
Nari Adalat Program: The Government of India is inviting proposals from other states and Union territories to expand the Nari Adalat Program. Nari Adalat, under the ‘Sambal’ sub-scheme of Mission Shakti, provides an alternative grievance redressal mechanism for women at the gram panchayat level, resolving minor disputes (e.g., domestic violence, dowry, child custody) through negotiation, […]
