NBS Fertilisers: Govt Brings Non-Urea Fertilisers Under Price Control
Why in News? The Central government has brought di-ammonium phosphate (DAP), muriate of potash (MOP) and all other such fertilisers that receive nutrient-based subsidy (NBS) support under “reasonable pricing” controls. NBS fertilisers…
UGC’s Draft Guidelines Spark Outrage over ‘Dereservation’ in Faculty Recruitment
Why in the News? The Union government and the University Grants Commission (UGC) have clarified that faculty positions in universities reserved for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates will not…
Overhaul of cybersecurity framework
Why in news? As per the media reports, the government has drawn up a guiding policy called the National Cybersecurity Reference Framework (NCRF) to help manage cybersecurity better. The framework is based…
Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Recently, the military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announced their immediate withdrawal from the West African bloc ECOWAS. About Economic Community of West African States: It is also…
Sloth bear
Karnataka has witnessed instances of human-sloth bear confrontations, raising concerns for both communities and wildlife enthusiasts. About Sloth bear: Scientific Name: Melursus ursinus Sloth bears are one of the eight bear speciesfound…
Exercise -Sada Tanseeq
In a major boost of ties, the militaries of India and Saudi Arabia are conducting their first Joint Military Exercise named as Sada Tanseeq. About Exercise Sada Tanseeq: It is…
Laughing gull
Recently, a laughing gull, a migratory bird from North America, has been sighted for the first time in the country at the Chittari estuary in Kasaragod district. About Laughing gull:…
Ratle Hydro Electric Project
The government recently announced diversion of Chenab river water through diversion tunnels to expedite the 850-MW Ratle Hydro Electric Project in Jammu & Kashmir. About Ratle Hydro Electric Project: It…
Nitrogen hypoxia
Recently, Alabama successfully executed a man who spent decades on death row using a new method called nitrogen hypoxia. About Nitrogen hypoxia: Hypoxia is a medical term for a state…
Headlines of the Day 30-01-2024
PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express, Mint, AIR Headline Source Syllabus Key points to know Exercise ‘SADA TANSEEQ’ PIB GS3-Defence – What is Exercise ‘SADA TANSEEQ’? – Its significance Ratle Project…
India and France deepen ties
Why in news? French President Emmanuel Macron visited India as the Chief Guest for the 75th Republic Day celebrations. During this visit, India and France made significant decisions with the…
Sapinda Marriage
Recently, Delhi High Court has reaffirmed the ban on sapinda marriages. Sapindas – According to Section 3 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (HMA), 2 persons are said to be sapindas of…
Padma Awards 2024
For the year 2024, the President has approved conferment of 132 Padma Awards including 2 duo cases (counted as one). Instituted in – 1954, announced every year on the occasion of Republic Day except…
Market Access Initiative (MAI) Scheme
Ahead of the interim Budget 2024, exporters have urged the government to allocate funds worth $3.88 billion for the Market Access Initiative (MAI) scheme. About Market Access Initiative (MAI) Scheme:…
Quantum Computing
Researchers have unveiled a novel approach that integrates quantum computing with the study of living organisms. About Quantum Computing: It is an area of computer science focused on the development of technologies based…
Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs)
World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day is observed every year on January 30. About Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs): NTDs are a diverse group of 20 conditions/diseases that are mainly prevalent in tropical areas, where…
PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme (PM YASASVI)
A total of ₹32.44 Crore has been released for Pre-matric Scholarships and ₹387.27 Crore for Post-Matric Scholarships to States/Union Territories (UTs) under the PM YASASVI scheme in 2023. About PM…
Houthis
Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis have stepped up their attacks on commercial vessels transiting the Red Sea. About Houthis: The Houthis, officially known as Ansar Allah (Partisans of God), are an armed religious and…
Hermit Crab
The majority of terrestrial hermit crab species worldwide have used trash as shells, according to a recent study by experts. About Hermit Crab: Hermit crabs are small crustaceans that lack a shell and must…
Armado
The new Mahindra Armado recently made its first appearance at the Republic Day Parade. About Armado: It is India’s first Armoured Light Specialist Vehicle (ALSV). It is a fully indigenous vehicle designed and built…