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Genetically Modified Trees

In News Genetically modified trees have been planted in the United States for the first time in a low-lying tract of southern Georgia’s pine belt. About The poplars have been genetically engineered to grow wood faster while absorbing more carbon dioxide from the air. Living Carbon, the San Francisco-based biotechnology company is behind the modified […]

India and Egypt Joint Working Group Meeting on Counter-Terrorism

In News  Recently, the third meeting of the Joint Working Group on Counter-Terrorism was held in New Delhi. Key Takeaways Both sides strongly condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism. The two sides reviewed threats posed by terrorist groups globally and in their respective countries and regions. Deliberations on steps needed […]

Chinese muscularity in the South China Sea

In News China has continued to assert claims to a wide swath of the South China Sea for a decade. Dispute of the South China Sea  Location of South China Sea: It is bounded on the northeast by the Taiwan Strait (by which it is connected to the East China Sea), on the east by […]

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti

In News Shiv Jayanti also known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti was observed on February 19th, 2023. This year will mark the 393rd birth anniversary of the great leader.  About Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj About: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is one of the most revered rulers in India and is credited to have founded the Maratha Empire […]

Flooding from Glacial Lakes

In News According to a new study, around 15 million people across the world face the risk of sudden and deadly flooding from Glacial lakes. What are Glacial Lakes? A glacial lake is a body of water that originates from a glacier. It typically forms at the foot of a glacier but may form on, […]

The curious case of the disqualification of a politician

In Context Recently, the debate has surrounded whether disqualification for conviction is final or whether it can be revoked. About disqualification Constitutional provisions: The provision for disqualification is given in Article 102 of the Constitution.  It specifies that a person shall be disqualified for contesting elections and being a Member of Parliament under certain conditions. […]

Sagar Parikrama Program Phase III

In Context Recently, Sagar Parikrama Program Phase III was initiated by the Department of Fisheries from Surat, Hazira Port, Gujarat. About Sagar Parikrama is an initiative of Government of India in the sea across the coastal belt demonstrating solidarity with all fisherfolk, fish farmers and concerned stakeholders as a spirit of 75th Azadi Ka Amrit […]

Aero India 2023: Overview and Outcomes

In Context Recently, The 14th edition of India’s five day biennial air show ‘Aero India‘ took place at Air Force Station Yelahanka in Bengaluru. Aero India 2023 About: Aero India is a premier global aviation trade fair, which provides an opportunity for the Indian aviation-defence industry, including the aerospace industry, to showcase its products, technologies […]

Polio Virus

Context The West Bengal government announced the introduction of an additional dose of injectable polio vaccine as part of the Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP) for children. About The additional dose of Inactivated Poliovirus (IPV) at nine months will protect against any polio, like Vaccine Associated Paralytic Polio or Vaccine Derived Polioviruses. As of October 2022, […]

Indian Origin CEO’s

In News Neal Mohan, CEO of Youtube joins the list of people of Indian origin leading  global tech giants which includes Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai. Difference between NRI, OCI and PIO NRI is an Indian citizen holding an Indian passport, but he/ she ordinarily resides outside […]