Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are found in many everyday products, including plastic bottles and containers, liners of metal food cans, detergents, flame retardants, food, toys, cosmetics, and pesticides. They have the potential to interfere with the body’s hormones. EDCs have become a … [Read more...] about Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs)
Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZ)
Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) or Ecologically Fragile Areas (EFAs) are areas around Protected Areas, National Parks, and Wildlife Sanctuaries. The purpose of declaring ESZs is to create a shock absorbers space in the protected areas by regulating and managing the activities around such areas. Read here … [Read more...] about Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZ)
National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)
The Disaster Management Act of 2005 established the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), an Indian specialized force, "for a special response to a threatening disaster scenario or disaster." Read here to learn more about the NDRF. In India, the State Government is in charge of disaster … [Read more...] about National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)
LGBTQIA+ Community
LGBTQIA+ is an abbreviation for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, asexual, and more. These terms are used to describe a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity. The community through long struggles and movements has been officially recognized for its rights … [Read more...] about LGBTQIA+ Community
Eclipse: Solar vs Lunar – Explained
Eclipse is an astronomical event that occurs frequently and makes headlines. There are different types of eclipses and sub-types as well which will be discussed in detail here. Eclipse is derived from the ancient Greek words meaning ‘abandonment’ or ‘darkening of a heavenly body’. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Eclipse: Solar vs Lunar – Explained
Thiruvalluvar-The great Sangam Poet
Thiruvalluvar is one of Tamil culture's most notable literary figures. Thirukkural, the most significant work of Tamil literature, is his creation. He lived during the Sangam era of Tamil classical culture. He is renowned as a poet, philosopher, and wise man. Read here to know more about his life … [Read more...] about Thiruvalluvar-The great Sangam Poet
Generative AI
Technologists, investors, policymakers, and the general public now consider generative AI to be the next big thing in the world of technology. Any sort of artificial intelligence that uses unsupervised learning techniques to generate fresh digital images, video, audio, text, or code is referred to … [Read more...] about Generative AI
Medical Tourism in India
Medical tourism is described as any activity that involves a foreign visitor traveling and spending at least one night at the destination to rejuvenate, restore, or maintain health through medical intervention. Since the last decade of the 20th century, India has emerged as a global leader in the … [Read more...] about Medical Tourism in India
Healthcare Sector in India
The healthcare sector in India has grown significantly in both employment and income. Over the past two years, technology and innovation in healthcare have become more prominent, and 80% of healthcare systems plan to increase their investment in digital healthcare technologies over the next five … [Read more...] about Healthcare Sector in India
Swami Vivekananda
To honor the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, one of India's most important spiritual figures and intellectuals, National Youth Day, also known as Swami Vivekananda Jayanti, is observed throughout India on January 12. Read here to learn more about the life of Swami Vivekananda. Swami … [Read more...] about Swami Vivekananda
