Cushing’s Syndrome: Recent studies have reported expanding treatment options for Cushing’s syndrome. It is a disorder that occurs when the body makes too much of the hormone cortisol over a long period of time. Cortisol is produced by the adrenal glands and helps control blood pressure, metabolism, immunity, and the body’s response to stress. The […]
Tag: 5th Mar 2026
New Earthworm Species
New Earthworm Species: A team of researchers have discovered two previously unknown species of moniligastrid earthworms and named them as Moniligaster girishi and Drawida reynoldsi. New Earthworm Species: Moniligaster girishi: It is endemic to Western Ghats and belongs to the family Moniligastridae. It is named after P. Girish Kumar, a scientist at the Zoological Survey […]
Karbi Anglong Ginger
Karbi Anglong Ginger: Assam Agriculture Minister flagged off the first export of GI-tagged Karbi Anglong Ginger to London. It is grown as an important cash crop in Singhasan Hills of Karbi Anglong district of Assam. It is cultivated using the age-old system of Jhum and Tila cultivation. Properties of Karbi Anglong Ginger: It is one […]
Cassava Brown Streak Disease
Cassava Brown Streak Disease: A study warns that more than a third of Africa is at risk of Cassava Brown Streak Disease. It is a devastating disease that causes loss of cassava root (tuber) production and quality. It is caused by two types of virus, Cassava Brown Streak Virus (CBSV) and Ugandan Cassava Brown Streak […]
Musa sikkimensis
Musa sikkimensis: Researchers at Nagaland University highlighted genetic richness of wild banana Musa sikkimensis for climate-resilient farming. It is a wild banana species. It is native to the Eastern Himalayas and Northeast India. It is commonly known as the ‘Darjeeling banana’ or ‘Sikkim banana’, It is a tall, evergreen perennial plant that belongs to […]
Oleum
Oleum: A major leak of hazardous oleum gas at a chemical unit in Maharashtra’s Palghar district recently led to the evacuation of over 2,600 people. Oleum is a powerful chemical solution composed of sulfur trioxide (SO₃) dissolved in sulfuric acid (H₂SO₄). Though oleum and sulfuric acid are closely related, they differ significantly in composition and […]
Shtil Missile
Shtil Missile: The Ministry of Defence recently signed contracts worth a total of Rs 5,083 crore for the acquisition of six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Mk-III (Maritime Role) for the Indian Coast Guard and Surface-to-Air Vertical Launch – Shtil missiles for the Indian Navy. It is a medium-range, ship-based, vertical-launch surface-to-air missile (SAM) system developed […]
Takydromus ultapanensis
Takydromus ultapanensis: Researchers recently discovered a new species of Asian grass lizard named Takydromus ultapanensis from Assam’s Manas Biosphere landscape. It is a new species of Asian grass lizard. It was discovered in Assam’s Manas Biosphere landscape. It was found in the Ultapani Reserve Forest in the Kokrajhar district. Unlike many of its congeners […]
World Wildlife Day 2026
World Wildlife Day 2026: The Prime Minister reaffirmed India’s commitment to wildlife conservation and sustainable practices on the occasion of World Wildlife Day. It is observed every year on March 3 to celebrate wild animals and plants and recognize the unique roles and contributions of wildlife to people and the planet. It was established by […]
World Obesity Atlas 2026
World Obesity Atlas 2026: The World Obesity Atlas 2026, released by the World Obesity Federation on World Obesity Day (4th March), reveals alarming statistics for India, highlighting a growing public health emergency. Key Findings of the World Obesity Atlas 2026: The World Health Organization (WHO) defines Obesity as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that poses […]
