Why in the news? Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) has tagged 15 long-billed vultures at the Melghat Tiger Reserve. Long Billed Vultures What is it?: The Long-billed Vulture is an Old World vulture native to the Asian region, also called … Continue reading →

Why in the news? According to a new study, out of the rabies-related human deaths reported globally each year, India accounts for nearly one-third. Rabies What is it?: Rabies is a fatal zoonotic viral disease primarily transmitted through dog bites. … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The CBI has arrested two bank officials in connection with a mule accounts case. Mule Accounts What is it?: Bank accounts are exploited by criminals for illegal activities like money laundering. Often acquired from individuals in … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has invited industry participation to spearhead the upgradation of ITIs under the PM-SETU Scheme. PM-SETU Scheme Expansion of Abbreviation: Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs. What … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The government links NATGRID with the National Population Register. National Population Register What is it?: The National Population Register is a comprehensive database of usual residents of India. Legal Basis: Prepared under the Citizenship Act, 1955 … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Department of Posts transported a Thanjavur masterpiece depicting the Divine Shri Ram from Bengaluru to Ayodhya. Thanjavur Painting (Tanjore Painting) What is it?: Thanjavur Painting is a classical South Indian art form that originated in … Continue reading →