MAM01 Monoclonal Antibody: A novel monoclonal antibody named MAM01, developed by US researchers has demonstrated strong protection against malaria in an early clinical trial. MAM01 is a monoclonal antibody developed to prevent malaria infection. It’s designed to target a highly conserved region of the Plasmodium falciparum circumsporozoite protein, blocking infection before the parasite reaches the […]
Tag: 23rd Oct 2025
Sinapic acid
Sinapic acid: Nagaland University researchers have identified a naturally occurring plant compound called ‘Sinapic acid’ is capable of significantly accelerating wound healing in diabetic conditions. Sinapic acid is a natural phenolic acid compound, is a derivative of cinnamic acid. It has antioxidant, antitumor, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and neuroprotective effects. It is extensively found in spices, citrus […]
INS Vikrant : In News
INS Vikrant: In News The Prime Minister of India celebrated Deepavali aboard INS Vikrant and hailed armed forces’ unity in Operation Sindoor. It is India’s first indigenously designed and manufactured aircraft carrier. The ship has been designed in-house by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau and constructed by M/s Cochin Shipyard Limited. It was commissioned […]
Tetrataenium manilalianum : New Plant Species Discovered
Tetrataenium manilalianum : New Plant Species Discovered Adding to the rich biodiversity of the Western Ghats, researchers recently discovered a new plant species named Tetrataenium manilalianum. Tetrataenium manilalianum is a new plant species belonging to the carrot family (Umbelliferae/Apiaceae). The plant was found in the Eravikulam National Park in Kerala’s Idukki district. The species has […]
Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programme
Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Programme: The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently praised India’s liberalised Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) programme for significantly increasing the participation of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in international trade. AEO is a programme under the aegis of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) SAFE Framework of Standards to secure and facilitate […]
Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) Programme
Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) Programme: India is taking a major step toward building an AI-ready generation through the Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) programme. It was launched by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). It aims to integrate artificial intelligence learning into India’s school education and training ecosystem, preparing both students and […]
Ningol Chakouba Festival
Ningol Chakouba Festival: Every year, the Department of Fisheries, Manipur, organises the Annual Fish Fair cum Fish Crop Competition on the day ahead of the Ningol Chakouba festival. The festival is celebrated every year on the second day of Hiyangei month of the Meitei calendar. Ningol means ‘married woman’ and Chakouba means ‘invitation for feast’; […]
Adani’s Godda Power Plant Approved for National Grid Connection
Adani’s Godda Power Plant Approved for National Grid Connection: The Government of India has approved the connection of Adani Power’s Godda Ultra Super Critical Thermal Plant to the national electricity grid. This 1,600 MW plant in Jharkhand, previously built to export electricity exclusively to Bangladesh, will now also supply power domestically — a decision expected […]
UPI Introduces ‘Pay With Mutual Fund’ for Instant Transactions
UPI Introduces ‘Pay With Mutual Fund’ for Instant Transactions: India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has launched a new feature — ‘Pay with Mutual Fund’. This allows users to make real-time transactions directly from their liquid mutual fund holdings, eliminating the need to transfer funds to a bank account first. Backed by ICICI Prudential AMC, Bajaj […]
NPCI Launches AI-Based ‘UPI Help’ for Payment Query Support
NPCI Launches AI-Based ‘UPI Help’ for Payment Query Support: The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched ‘UPI Help’, an AI-powered digital assistant aimed at simplifying grievance redressal and transaction tracking on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). The new tool promises real-time support for millions of users facing common payment issues, such as failed […]
