Current Affairs
Green Climate Fund (GCF)
Why in the news? Thirteen countries announced a plan at the COP30 to set up a national platform for “Climate and Nature Finance” in coordination with the Green Climate Fund. Green Climate Fund (GCF) What is it?: The Green Climate … Continue reading
Marburg Virus Disease
Why in the news? The World Health Organization (WHO) said that Ethiopia has reported its first-ever outbreak of Marburg virus disease. Marburg Virus Disease What is it?: A severe viral hemorrhagic fever caused by Marburg virus Natural Reserve: Egyptian fruit … Continue reading
Senkaku Islands
Why in the news? A Chinese Coast Guard ship formation passed through the waters of the Senkaku Islands triggered tension between both two countries. Senkaku Islands Location In the East China Sea It is located north of the Yaeyama Islands … Continue reading
Hepatitis A and Universal Immunisation Programme
Why in the news? Hepatitis A is becoming a mounting threat in India, which needs to be addressed via the Universal Immunisation Programme. Hepatitis A What is it?: Hepatitis A is an acute viral infection caused by the Hepatitis A … Continue reading
Electronics Development Fund (EDF)
Why in the news? Electronics Development Fund has supported 128 Indian start ups with an investment of 257.77 Crore rupees. Electronics Development Fund (EDF) What is it?: The Electronics Development Fund (EDF) is created by the Government of India as … Continue reading
Cryptocurrency
Why in the news? Iran has urged the BRICS countries to use cryptocurrencies to pay for trade amid tensions of sanctions on Iran. Cryptocurrency What is it?: A cryptocurrency is a digital or virtual currency that uses cryptography for security. … Continue reading
Hydrogen Valley Innovation Clusters and National Green Hydrogen Mission
Why in the news? The Union Minister for Science and Technology announced that there are four Hydrogen Valley Innovation Clusters being developed in India. Hydrogen Valley Innovation Clusters (HVIC) What is it?: HVICs are geographical clusters designed to demonstrate the … Continue reading
Siliguri Corridor
Why in the news? Indian Army sets up three new garrisons near the strategic Siliguri Corridor. Siliguri Corridor Other Name: Chicken’s Neck Corridor Location: West Bengal, India. Width: The corridor is about 20-22 km wide at its narrowest point. Bordering … Continue reading
Hepatitis A and Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP)
Why in the news? Hepatitis A is becoming a mounting threat in India, which needs to be addressed via the Universal Immunisation Programme. Hepatitis A What is it?: Hepatitis A is an acute viral infection caused by the Hepatitis A … Continue reading
Stem Cell Therapy
Why in the news? Union Science and Technology Minister said the ministry is working on stem cell therapy and genetic solutions for diabetes, while expressing concern over the cases in India. Stem Cells The smallest functional unit of life is … Continue reading