What is Fructose? A recent study presents fructose as a significant biological driver of conditions such as obesity, metabolic syndrome, and related chronic illnesses, challenging conventional understandings of dietary sugars. It is a member of a group of carbohydrates known as simple sugars, or monosaccharides. It is one of the three most common natural monosaccharides. […]
Tag: 20th Apr 2026
Kulsi River
Kulsi River: A proposed hydropower project on the Kulsi River is facing opposition from local residents. It is a south-bank tributary of the Brahmaputra River. It is composed of three rivers, namely Khri, Krishniya, and Umsiri, all of which originate from the West Khasi hill ranges of Meghalaya. The river is known as Khri in […]
Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary
Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary: The Gauhati High Court recently directed the Assam govt to respond to a petition alleging that the forest department floated an e-tender for felling trees in Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary without obtaining mandatory forest clearance from the central govt. It is located in the eastern fringe of Guwahati city in Assam. The sanctuary […]
Glutathione
Glutathione: Researchers recently discovered glutathione’s key part in maintaining the smooth operations of a protein-producing hub in the cell called the endoplasmic reticulum (ER). Glutathione is an antioxidant produced in the body through enzymatic reactions. It is a tripeptide consisting of three amino acids (glutamate, cysteine, and glycine) and is naturally produced in the liver. […]
Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary : In News
Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary: In News A herd of 38 elephant have returned to the Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary after nearly three years. It is located in Jharkhand. It is situated around the Dalma Hills on the Chottanagpur Plateau. The Sanctuary gets its name from the “Dalma mai” a local goddess who is revered and worshipped by […]
National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust
National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust: In its 23rd report on the National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT), the Standing Committee on Coal, Mines and Steel said offshore exploration presents a “significant opportunity” to harness largely untapped seabed minerals. It is set up by the Central Government for the purposes of regional and detailed […]
Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool
Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool: The union government took a decisive step to shield its seaborne trade from global disruptions with the creation of the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool). Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool is a new domestic maritime insurance scheme designed to safeguard the country’s shipping and trade interests during periods of global instability. […]
Dung Beetle
Dung Beetle: Scientists have discovered that dung beetles roll in remarkably straight lines—even in complete darkness by using the band of light created by our galaxy, the Milky Way. The Dung Beetle is scientifically known as the Scarabaeidae family within the Animal Kingdom’s order Coleoptera. They are robust, compact insects known for their hard, protective […]
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana: The Union Cabinet has given its approval for the continuation of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III (PMGSY-III) beyond March 2025 upto March 2028. It is a flagship rural development programme of the Government of India, launched in 2000. Objectives is Providing all-weather road connectivity to unconnected habitations in rural areas […]
River Basin Management Scheme
River Basin Management Scheme: The River Basin Management (RBM) Scheme has been extended for the 16th Finance Commission period spanning 2026–27 to 2030–31, highlighting India’s renewed focus on integrated and sustainable water resource management at the basin level. The RBM Scheme is a central sector initiative spearheaded by the Ministry of Jal Shakti (Department of […]
