Context: There has been increasing trend of terrorism in the Jammu region of UT of J&K in the recent past. Changes in terrorism landscape of Jammu & Kashmir Broad declining trend in terrorism in J&K: According to Union Home Ministry, between Read More …
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Project Zorawar Light Tank
Context: Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has completed initial internal trials of the indigenous light tank to called ‘Zorawar LT’. About Project Zorawar LT (Light Tank) India is developing an indigenous light tank under ‘Project Zorawar’ for quicker deployment and movement in Read More …
Regenerative Braking System
What is a Regenerative Braking System? A regenerative braking system is a technology used in electric and hybrid vehicles to recover the kinetic energy of the vehicle that would otherwise be lost during braking. Braking is the mechanism by which an automotive vehicle in Read More …
Graphene
What is Graphene? Graphene is an allotrope of carbon, alongside diamond and graphite. It consists of a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a honeycomb pattern. Known for its exceptional properties: Thinnest compound (one atom thick) Lightest material Strongest Read More …
New Horned frog species discovered in Arunachal Pradesh
Context: Scientists have identified as distinct new species of forest dwelling horned frog from Northeast India as Xenophrys apatani. This species was earlier misidentified as Maoson horned frog which is a native of Vietnam and China. About new horned frog species Read More …
Biodiversity Conservation Efforts in Thazhakara Grama Panchayat
About Biodiversity Conversation Historical Decline of Species: Indian black turtle and other species such as Indian garden lizards and barn owls facing dwindling numbers due to poaching and habitat changes. Contrastingly, populations of rock pigeons and rufous treepies have increased. Read More …
East coast Rail Link
Overview of ECRL Project Description: The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) is a 665-km railway project in Malaysia connecting Kota Bharu to Port Klang, aimed at enhancing economic connectivity. Initiation and History: Started in 2017 but stalled due to funding issues and Read More …
Dengue
Context: With the onset of monsoon and flooding in Delhi-NCR, the city has reported more dengue cases in 2024 as compared to the previous five years. However, the figure can be attributed to better reporting, including from private laboratories. Dengue disease: Dengue Read More …
National Research Foundation
Context: The executive and governing boards of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), a high-level body conceived to give strategic direction to scientific research in India has no representation from Indian industry. About National Research Foundation (NRF): It is an apex Read More …
Zika Virus
Context: In response to reported cases of the Zika virus in parts of Maharashtra, the Union Health Ministry issued a nationwide advisory, emphasizing the importance of continuous vigilance. The advisory urges states to prioritize screening pregnant women for the Zika virus and to closely Read More …