Kavach Anti-Collision System : Appreciation The Supreme Court appreciates steps taken by Railways to roll out Kavach anti-collision system. The KAVACH is an indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system by the Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO) in collaboration with the Indian industry. It is a state-of-the-art electronic system with Safety Integrity Level-4 (SIL-4) […]
Tag: 18th April 2024
Jhelum River : Six Persons Died
Jhelum River : Six Persons Died At least six persons have died after a boat capsized in the Jhelum river on the outskirts of Srinagar city. Jhelum river is a tributary of the Indus River that flows in India and Pakistan. It is the main waterway of the Kashmir valley. It constitutes the westernmost of […]
Sovereign Green Bonds : Study
Sovereign Green Bonds : Study The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently green-lighted investments in the country’s Sovereign Green Bonds (SGrBs) by Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIS). A green bond is a debt security that is issued to raise capital to support climate-related or environmental projects, according to the World Bank. SGBs are issued by governments […]
Gaia-BH3 : Black Hole
Gaia-BH3 : Black Hole Astronomers spotted the most massive known stellar black hole in the Milky Way galaxy named Gaia-BH3. Gaia-BH3 is the most massive stellar black hole yet discovered in the Milky Way galaxy. It was spotted in data from the European Space Agency’s Gaia mission because it imposes an odd ‘wobbling’ motion on […]
Imported Inflation : ADB Warning
Imported Inflation : ADB Warning The Asian Development Bank recently warned that India could face imported inflation as the rupee could depreciate amid the rise in interest rates in the West. Imported Inflation is a general and sustainable price increase due to an increase in the costs of imported products. This price increase concerns the […]
Tool-Using Fish Species Found In The Laccadive Sea
Tool-Using Fish Species Found In The Laccadive Sea: Three fish species that live in the Laccadive Sea off the southwest corner of the Indian coast, capable of using tools, were recently found. Laccadive Sea also known as the Lakshadweep Sea, it is a body of water bordering India, the Maldives and Sri Lanka. It Boundaries […]
Erez crossing : Israel And northern Gaza
Erez crossing : Israel And northern Gaza Israel has reopened the Erez crossing between Israel and northern Gaza for the first time since the October 7 Hamas attacks to allow more aid to Gaza. Erez (or Beit Hanoon) is located in the north of the Gaza Strip. It was the main crossing for the movement […]
World’s First ‘Miss AI’ Beauty Pageant
World’s First ‘Miss AI’ Beauty Pageant: The World AI Creator Awards (WAICAs) has announced the world’s first ‘Miss AI’ beauty pageant, featuring AI-generated models competing in a unique event that blends traditional beauty pageantry with the world of AI creators. Contestants will be judged on beauty, tech, and social media influence, with a focus on […]
Ashwagandha : Benefits
Ashwagandha : Benefits Ashwagandha is gaining global attention and popularity for its numerous health benefits. Scientific research highlights its potential in stress management, cognitive function, physical performance, and more. ASHWAGANDHA (WITHANIA SOMNIFERA): Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), also known as Indian ginseng or winter cherry, is a prominent herb in Ayurveda, the traditional medicine system of India. […]
Special Rupee Vostro Account
Special Rupee Vostro Account: The Indian government has simplified the payment mechanism for traders importing pulses from Myanmar by implementing the Rupee/Kyat direct payment system through the Special Rupee Vostro Account (SRVA) via Punjab National Bank. This move aims to streamline trade transactions and enhance efficiency. India heavily relies on imports of pulses, including tur […]
