About the Squalus Hima
Context: Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) recently discovered a new species of deep-water dogfish shark Squalus hima from a fishing harbour in Kerala along the Arabian Sea. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Squalus Hima Discovery and Habitat Commercial Importance Distinguishing Features Comparison with Squalus lalannei -Source: The Hindu
About The Groynes
Context: In a bid to resolve the extensive coastal erosion in Poonthura region in Kerala, the irrigation department is all set to construct eight groynes at a cost of Rs 17.5 crore. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Groynes Groynes are coastal structures designed to manage shoreline erosion and sediment movement. Here are some key points about […]
About Zorawar Light Tank
Context: Recently, defence officials said that the prototype of the country’s indigenous light tank Zorawar is ready and will soon be subjected to extensive trials. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Zorawar Light Tank: The Zorawar Light Tank, named after the 19th-century military general Zorawar Singh Kahluria, is an indigenously designed and developed tank jointly created […]
About Saryu River
Context: An artificial lake formed in the Saryu River remains a “significant threat” as efforts to drain it have failed for the second consecutive day. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Saryu River Course of the River -Source: Times of India
About Steel Slag
Context: Recently, the member (Science) of Niti Aayog released the Guidelines for Utilization and Processing of Steel Slag as Processed Steel Slag Aggregates in Road Construction. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Steel Slag Applications of Steel Slag
About SEBEX 2
Context: India has successfully developed and certified SEBEX 2, a new explosive that is 2.01 times more lethal than standard Trinitrotoluene (TNT). Relevance: Facts for Prelims About SEBEX 2 -Source: Times of India
About Nouka Baich Boat Race
Context: With the south-west monsoon gradually setting in, nouka baich boat races will soon begin in several rural pockets of West Bengal. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Nouka Baich Boat Race -Source: Indian Express
About Syntrichia caninervis
Context: Scientists have identified a species of desert moss called ‘Syntrichia caninervis’ that could significantly impact future space exploration and colonization efforts. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Syntrichia caninervis -Source: The Hindu
About Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise
Context: Indian multi-role stealth frigate INS Shivalik, mission deployed in South China Sea and North Pacific Ocean, has reached Pearl Harbour in Hawaii to take part in the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise:
National Statistics Day 2024
Context: National Statistics Day is celebrated in India on June 29 every year. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About National Statistics Day: Who is Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis?