Why in the news? Researchers at University College London successfully demonstrated that amino acids can spontaneously and selectively attach to RNA molecules. RNA Molecule What is it?: RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) is a nucleic acid that plays a central role in … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Indian Navy Band participated in the 50th independence day celebrations of Papua New Guinea. Papua New Guinea Location: It is a country in Oceania that comprises the eastern half of the island of New Guinea and … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Union Environment Ministry’s expert appraisal committee (EAC) for the non-coal mining sector has given its nod to carry out an environment impact assessment (EIA) study for Birmania Rock Phosphate mine proposed in the potential Great … Continue reading →

Why in the news? India and Israel signed a Bilateral Investment Agreement. Israel Location: West Asia Capital: Jerusalem. Border Countries: Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Egypt. Palestinian Territories: West Bank along the east and the Gaza Strip along the southwest. Bordering Waterbodies: … Continue reading →

Launch: Introduced in India in 1985 Related Amendment: 52nd amendment to the Constitution of India Related Schedule: Tenth Schedule to the Constitution What is it?: It lays down the process by which legislators may be disqualified on grounds of defection. … Continue reading →