In 1958, 65 years ago, the first Geological Survey of India expedition to the Siachen glacier had taken place. The glacier has enormous importance- strategically and ecologically for India. Read here to learn the history of the infamous Siachen glacier. In June 1958, exactly 65 years ago, V. K. … [Read more...] about Siachen Glacier
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Sagar Sampark DGNSS
SAGAR SAMPARK DGNSS (Differential Global Navigation Satellite System) was inaugurated recently. It is an indigenous digital initiative in the maritime sector. Read here to learn more about the system and the significance of the initiative. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways is … [Read more...] about Sagar Sampark DGNSS
Palliative Care in India
The revised non-communicable disease guidelines limit the focus on palliative care in India. The area of medicine known as palliative care is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and reducing pain in patients with terminal illnesses. Read here to learn more about palliative care. India is … [Read more...] about Palliative Care in India
Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY)
Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY), introduced by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, is a comprehensive initiative aimed at empowering senior citizens in India. Read here to learn more about the ageing population of India. There has been a steady rise in the population of senior … [Read more...] about Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY)
Semiconductor Industry in India
The semiconductor industry in India has become an inseparable part of almost all sectors. It has emerged as one of the most important industries. It forms an essential part of all electronic items. It defines how efficiently and smartly we live. Read here to learn more about the … [Read more...] about Semiconductor Industry in India
Permanent Court of Arbitration
The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) recently ruled that it is competent to hear Pakistan's objections to India's Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir. Read here to learn more about the PCA and the ruling. India issued a statement saying it will not join … [Read more...] about Permanent Court of Arbitration
Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (GAVI)
Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (GAVI) was created to protect people’s health by increasing the equitable and sustainable use of vaccines. The COVID-19 pandemic stressed the significance of such vaccine alliance for global good. Read here to learn more about GAVI. The first-ever … [Read more...] about Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (GAVI)
Acharya Vinoba Bhave
Acharya Vinoba Bhave was one of India’s best-known social reformers and a widely acclaimed disciple of Mahatma Gandhi. He was the founder of the Bhoodan and Gramdan movements. Read here to learn more about his life. Vinoba Bhave was an Indian proponent of human rights and nonviolence. He is … [Read more...] about Acharya Vinoba Bhave
Mosaic Viruses: Impact on Food security
Recently, two different Mosaic viruses have been the cause of tomato crop decline in some Indian states. The problem has been persistent for the past few years. the mosaic family of viruses affects different species of plants. Read here to learn more about them and how plant diseases impact global … [Read more...] about Mosaic Viruses: Impact on Food security
Indian Ocean Geoid Low
The Indian Ocean Geoid Low (IOGL), is Earth’s most prominent gravitational anomaly. Recently, a team of Indian scientists has identified what caused this giant ‘gravity hole’ covering more than three million square kilometers in the Indian Ocean. Read here to learn more about it. The massive … [Read more...] about Indian Ocean Geoid Low
