Month: February 2024

Context:  The Union Cabinet recently approved Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY) which is a sub-scheme of Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PM-MSY) About Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY): Funding: 

Context:  The Wildlife Institute of India and the Zoological Survey of India recently conducted an assessment of the population of black-necked cranes. Key points: About Black-Necked Cranes (ADD DIAGRAM) Appearance: They have a distinctive

Context:  Recently, a patient at Tata Memorial Hospital, was declared cancer-free after getting CAR-T cell therapy, approved by Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO). About CAR T-cell therapy: • CAR T-cell therapy, or

Context:  Recently, in the first-ever tri-state synchronized vulture survey, there are around 300 Himalayan Griffon Vultures were spotted in Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. Characteristics of Himalayan Griffon Vultures: Description: The Himalayan Griffon

Context: To encourage Foreign Portfolio Investments (FPIs) in India's debt markets, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched the Voluntary Retention Route (VRR).  Unlike traditional FPI norms, VRR allows

Context:  Central African nation, Cameroon, adopts the Nagoya Protocol, ensuring fair sharing of benefits from genetic resources. Cameroon's Biodiversity: Additionally, indigenous and local communities possess valuable traditional knowledge, further enhancing

Context:  Recently, the Varanasi District Court is currently considering a request for the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to investigate the remaining basements of the Gyanvapi mosque. Key highlights of

Context:  Recently, there was an atmospheric river storm headed toward southern California which unleashed life-threatening floods and landslides in the region. About Atmospheric River: Some features of the atmospheric river:

Context:  For the first time in 600 years, a six-year-old project in Madagascar may result in thousands of Aldabra Giant Tortoises returning to the wild. About Aldabra Giant Tortoise: Key features:  Conservation Status:

Context:  Recently, the Rajya Sabha passed the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Bill, 2024 which seeks to amend the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, of 1974. About Water (Prevention