Context: A recent study suggests that The Malabar Tree Toad (MTT), an endemic species of the Western Ghats, faces severe threats from climate change, which may drastically reduce its distribution range. Climate Change and
Context: Research shows that prokaryotes are likely to thrive in warming oceans, impacting marine ecosystems and climate change efforts. Key Findings of the Research: About the Prokaryotes: Role of Prokaryotes
Context: The thawing of Arctic permafrost due to climate change is releasing significant amounts of toxic mercury into the environment. Key Findings: Mercury Release and Environmental Impact About the study:
Context: Recently, the Department of Pension & Pensioners' Welfare (DOPPW) has launched an online Pension Sanction & Payment Tracking System called 'BHAVISHYA'. More on the news: About BHAVISHYA Features: Impact: Also Read:
Context: Over 520 stakeholders, including farmers , environmental groups, industry associations, etc have urged the MoEFCC to start consultations for a national policy on genetically modified (GM) crops. Supreme Court
Context: Recently, ISRO successfully launched its latest earth observation satellite, EOS-08, on a Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)-D3 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota . More on the News: The launch marks
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has launched the Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP). Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP) Key Features: What are Tugs? Standardization: The Standing Specification Committee (SSC) will
Context: In the 78th Independence Day speech, the Prime Minister presented a visionary agenda for India’s future. Key Highlight of the Speech: The Prime Minister outlined a set of forward-looking
Context: The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions has taken significant steps in enhancing the capacity building of government employees through Mission Karmayogi. More in the News: Key Achievements: About Mission Karmayogi:
Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) for the second time in two years. More on the News: About Mpox: Historical Context and Current