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
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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
Cell and Cell Organelles
What is a cell and cell organelles? What are the different types of cells? How do plant cells differ from animal cells? Read further to know more. Each second, the human body performs a multitude of tasks. It is delivering electrical impulses, pumps blood, filters urine, breaks down food, … [Read more...] about Cell and Cell Organelles
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
Space Tourism
What is Space Tourism? What are the advantages and challenges of space tourism? Read further to know more. The monetization of space technology has expanded with the involvement of the private sector in the space race. The Indian Space Research Organization intends to create a unique spaceship … [Read more...] about Space Tourism