The vast, developing phenomenon, called the South Atlantic Anomaly, has intrigued and concerned scientists for years. In simple words, it is an unusually weak spot in the earth’s magnetic field. Read here to learn more about the phenomenon. Earth’s magnetic field acts like a protective shield … [Read more...] about South Atlantic Anomaly
The Vedas: Features and Types
The Vedas are considered the oldest Hindu texts. The four Vedas are the best source of ancient Indian literature which originated during the Vedic age. They were orally passed on through generations before being documented. Read here to learn about the features and classification of Vedas. The … [Read more...] about The Vedas: Features and Types
Food Irradiation
Food irradiation is a technology that improves the safety and extends the shelf life of foods. India is exporting radiation-hygienic spices and dry ingredients to several countries since 2000. Read here to learn more about irradiation technology. Radiation processing can be used for enhancing … [Read more...] about Food Irradiation
Biomass Co-firing
Biomass co-firing is a promising technology to decrease the use of fossil fuels for energy generation and hence mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. Ministry of Power launched the National Mission on Use of Biomass in Thermal Power Plants which provides for biomass co-firing in Thermal Power Plants. … [Read more...] about Biomass Co-firing
Schools of Buddhism
Schools of Buddhism developed after the death of Buddha to propagate his teachings. The schools over the years have been interpreted in different ways giving rise to numerous subsects and movements. Read here to learn about the major schools of Buddhism. Buddhism is a way of life that is founded … [Read more...] about Schools of Buddhism
Urban Poverty
Urban poverty is complex and multidimensional and it extends beyond the deficiency of income or consumption. Urbanization has added newer problems like urban slums blossoming in congested cities. Is the weight of the world’s enormous poverty problem, historically a predominantly rural concern, … [Read more...] about Urban Poverty
India-Turkey Relations
India-Turkey relations have historically been cordial with sporadic tensions arising every once in a while. With India’s Operation dost to help the earthquake-hit regions of Turkey and Syria, the friendship has been appreciated by both countries. Read here to learn more about the bilateral … [Read more...] about India-Turkey Relations
Opium Wars: History and Aftermath
The Opium Wars were two clashes fought in the middle of the 19th century between China and Western powers. The two wars opened the commercial privileges of Chinese trade to the western powers. Read here to learn more about the Opium wars. The Chinese government's attempt to enforce its ban … [Read more...] about Opium Wars: History and Aftermath
Anglo-Nepalese War (1814-16)
Anglo-Nepalese war (1814-16) or the Gorkha war was fought between the kingdom of Nepal and British forces of the East India Company. The war ended with the Treaty of Sugauli (1816). Read here to learn about the significant events of the war. The British East India Company (EIC) lost numerous … [Read more...] about Anglo-Nepalese War (1814-16)
Anglo-Burmese Wars
Anglo-Burmese wars (1824-1885) were British India’s most expensive and longest wars. The war began when the expanding empire of the Konbaung dynasty knocked the borders of British India in the northeastern region. Read here to learn more about the three Anglo-Burmese Wars. The Burmese Konbaung … [Read more...] about Anglo-Burmese Wars
