Palamu Tiger Reserve : In News Years of efforts by Jharkhand forest officials have finally paid off, with Jaigir, located inside the Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR), becoming the first village to be entirely relocated outside the core area. Palamu Tiger Reserve is located in the western part of the Chotanagpur plateau and is spread over […]
Tag: 5th May 2025
Di-2-ethylhexyl Phthalate : Increased Cardiovascular Mortality
Di-2-ethylhexyl Phthalate : Increased Cardiovascular Mortality A recent study in The Lancet eBioMedicine found a strong correlation between exposure to Di-2-ethylhexyl Phthalate (DEHP) and increased cardiovascular mortality, especially in the 55–64 age group. Di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) is a synthetic chemical primarily used as a plasticiser, meaning it is added to plastics to make them more […]
Vizhinjam Port : Formally Open
Vizhinjam Port : Formally Open The Prime Minister of India will formally open the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala, marking a major step in putting the southern state on the global maritime map. Vizhinjam Port is located at Vizhinjam, a coastal town in Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala. It is India’s first dedicated transshipment port and also […]
Sandy Cay Reef : Dispute Between China And The Philippines
Sandy Cay Reef : Dispute Between China And The Philippines The Sandy Cay reef dispute between China and the Philippines has sparked renewed tensions, with both claiming sovereignty amid growing militarization. Tensions rose as US and Philippine forces conducted Balikatan war drills, which China has condemned as provocative. Sandy Cay lies near Pag-asa Island (Thitu) […]
Teak (Tectona grandis)
Teak (Tectona grandis): Tissue-cultured teak is being promoted as a high-yield, fast-return solution to boost India’s timber cultivation and trade, raising debates about its productivity, economic viability, and ecological sustainability. Teak (Tectona grandis) is globally valued for its durability, strength, and resistance to pests and water, earning it the title of “king of timbers”. It […]
World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit 2025
World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit 2025: WAVES (World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit) 2025, being held in Mumbai, has facilitated over ₹250 crore worth of media and entertainment deals in just 1.5 days and announced several landmark international collaborations. WAVES (World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit) is a initiative by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (I&B) […]
Western Disturbance
Western Disturbance: A strong Western Disturbance triggered heavy rainfall and storms across Delhi, North and South India, causing floods, hail, and airport disruption. Recent studies show climate change is altering the frequency, intensity, and seasonality of Western Disturbances, impacting India’s weather unpredictably. Western Disturbances (WDs) are eastward-moving extra-tropical cyclones that bring rain and snow to […]
Non-Contact Wearable Device
Non-Contact Wearable Device: A new non-contact wearable developed by researchers from the U.S. and South Korea can monitor health by measuring skin flux without direct contact.A small, smartphone-sized wearable device that tracks molecular flux through skin—measuring outward vapour and inward chemical entry—without touching the skin. Developed by a team led by Prof. John A. Rogers […]
Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha arrived in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha arrived in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam: Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha are revered physical remains or personal items associated with Gautama Buddha, preserved and venerated by followers across the world.They symbolize Buddha’s teachings, spiritual enlightenment, and serve as focal points of devotion and pilgrimage.They are preserved and curated by […]
RBI’s Gold Reserves Soar with 57.5 Tonne Purchase in FY25
RBI’s Gold Reserves Soar with 57.5 Tonne Purchase in FY25: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) added 57.5 tonnes of gold to its reserves in FY25, the second-highest annual addition since it began accumulating gold in 2017. This comes amid a dramatic surge in gold prices, driven by global uncertainties, geopolitical risks, and weakening of […]
