Stellaria Mcclintockiae
Context: Recently, a new plant species found on the high, muddy slopes of the Nelliyampathy hills in Kerala’s Palakkad district has been named as Stellaria mcclintockiae. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Stellaria mcclintockiae: A New Species Features Unique Characteristics: Conservation Status -Source: The Hindu
About Kumaon Himalayas
Context: Recently, the Supreme Court halted the 90 acres project in ecologically fragile and seismic-prone lower Himalayan ranges in the Kumaon hills of Uttarakhand. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Kumaon Himalayas Geographic Location Major Peaks and Lakes Key Hill Stations Cultural Significance Environmental Concerns Shiwalik Range Overview Elevation and Composition -Source: The Hindu
DD Kisan Introduces AI Anchors for Modernized Channel Presentation
Context: Recently, DD Kisan introduced two Artificial Intelligence anchors as part of its initiative to revamp the television channel’s presentation. Relevance: Facts for Prelims AI Anchors: AI Krish and AI Bhoomi Overview: Information Provided: Key Facts about DD Kisan: Overview: Functions and Goals: -Source: The Hindu
About Sweet Sorghum
Context: Sweet sorghum is a hardy, nutritious, biofuel crop that offers solutions in drought-hit southern Africa because of the El-Nino phenomenon. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Sweet Sorghum: Overview: Required Climatic Conditions: Rainfall: Soil: Unique Features of Sorghum: Resilience: Uses: Product Varieties: -Source: Down To Earth
About ASMPA Missile
Context: France has marked a significant milestone in its defence capabilities by successfully testing the updated ASMPA supersonic missile, capable of carrying a nuclear warhead. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About ASMPA Missile Versions ASMP (1986): ASMP-A (2009): Features Dimensions: Performance Initial Acceleration: Secondary Acceleration: -Source: The Hindu
IMD Issues Colour-Coded Alerts for Heavy Rainfall in Kerala
Context: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued colour-coded alerts for multiple districts in Kerala, warning of potential isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall in the state. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Weather Warnings Categories: Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) Responsibilities: Headquarters and Global Role -Source: The Hindu
About the Pig Butchering Scam
Context: An online financial fraud called Pig Butchering Scams are increasing across the globe, including in India. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About the Pig Butchering Scam How It Is Carried Out -Source: The Economic Times
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day
Context: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), celebrated World Telecommunication and Information Society Day on 17th May 2024, with the theme “Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development”. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About World Telecommunication and Information Society Day Historical Significance Key Announcements by DoT Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) Initiatives Telecom Industry in India
First Sea Anemone Bleaching Event Observed in Lakshadweep Islands
Context: Researchers investigating Sea Anemones (Actiniaria) in the Lakshadweep group of islands have documented a significant bleaching event among the anemones off Agatti island. This marks the first observed instance of sea anemone bleaching in the Lakshadweep islands. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Understanding Sea Anemone Bleaching: Definition: Causes: Consequences: Characteristics and Ecological Significance of Sea […]
Understanding Synuclein Alpha (SNCA) Proteins
Context: Many Parkinson’s disease researchers are focused on reducing the prevalence of Synuclein alpha (SNCA) proteins in neurons as a therapeutic measure. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Understanding Synuclein Alpha (SNCA) Proteins: Nature of SNCA: Features of SNCA: Abundance and Location: Structural Characteristics: Aggregation Patterns: SNCA exists in two aggregate forms within cells: Evolution Over Time: […]