Current Affairs

Why in the news? Ponduru Khadi received the GI tag. Ponduru Khadi What is it?: Ponduru Khadi is a renowned handspun and handwoven cotton fabric from Andhra Pradesh Importance: During the pre-independence period, Mahatma Gandhi highlighted the virtues of the … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Vice President of India released a commemorative postage stamp in honour of the king Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar II (Suvaran Maran). Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar ( 705 to 745 AD) Who is he?: Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar II, also known as … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Two new wetlands- Siliserh Lake and Kopra Jalashay designated as Ramsar Sites. Siliserh Lake Location: Rajasthan Features: A human-made lake situated within the buffer zone of Sariska Tiger Reserve. Lies in a semi-arid zone and serves … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Madhya Pradesh CM announced that the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve will be developed as a cheetah habitat. Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve Location: Madhya Pradesh Features: Encompasses parts of Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary and Durgavati Wildlife Sanctuary. Named … Continue reading →

Why in the news? A recent study shows an increase in cyclone and flood events in the south and southeast Asia due to the influence of climate change and deforestation. Cyclone  What is it?: A cyclone is a large-scale atmospheric … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Fossils indicate that Dugongs have shaped the Persian Gulf for over 20 Million years. Dugong What is it?: Dugong (Dugong dugon) also called ‘Sea Cow’ is the only existing species of herbivorous mammal that lives exclusively … Continue reading →

Why in the news? Union Jal Shakti Minister launched Sujalam Bharat App. Sujalam Bharat App What is it?: A nationwide digital platform providing real-time, geo-referenced data on rural drinking water schemes, designed for citizens, Gram Panchayats, VWSCs, States/UTs, and institutions. … Continue reading →

Why in the news? A recent study shows that cell arrangement in mangroves makes salt tolerant. Mangroves What is it?: Mangroves are small trees and shrubs which grow along the coastlines and swamps. Facts to Know: India’s contribution is 45.8% … Continue reading →

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Hydrogen fuel cells convert hydrogen’s chemical energy into electricity through an electrochemical reaction with oxygen, producing only water and heat as byproducts. Fuel cells achieve over 60% efficiency, far exceeding combustion engines, and emit zero pollutants, supporting … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Supreme Court has directed that doctors deputed for COVID-19 duties be covered under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (PMGKY). PM Garib Kalyan Yojana(PMGKY) Launch: Launched in March 2020 amid COVID-19 pandemic Objective: Aimed at … Continue reading →