Overview of Tardigrades
Context: A team of researchers has identified the genetic mechanisms that help a newly discovered species of tardigrades (Hypsibius henanensis) withstand high levels of radiation. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Overview of Tardigrades Tardigrades, commonly known as water bears or moss piglets, are minuscule, eight-legged creatures that belong to the Tardigrada phylum. Globally, there are approximately […]
About The Giant Fertilizer Bomb
Context; A recent study published in the “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences” proposes that a meteorite impact 3.26 billion years ago may have acted as a giant fertilizer bomb, significantly boosting the development of early life on Earth. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Key Points Nutrient Enhancement from Meteorite Impact: Devastating Impact and Subsequent […]
About Kittur Rani Channamma
Context: On the 200th anniversary of Kittur Vijayotsava a commemorative Postage stamp was released at the historic Kittur Rani Channamma Stage, Kittur Fort Premises. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Kittur Rani Channamma: Important points about the Kittur War
About The About Korowai Tribe
Context: An Indian travel vlogger recently travelled deep into the jungles of Indonesia to meet the Korowai tribe, often referred to as a ‘human-eating’ tribe, and documented his experience on social media. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Korowai Tribe: -Source: The Hindu
About The Hornets
Context: According to a recent study, a species of hornet that often munches on foods containing alcohol can hold its liquor, without any side effects, at levels that no other known animal can tolerate. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Hornets Behavior and Ecology Dietary Habits Safety and Sting Notable Species -Source: The Hindu
About SARTHI System
Context: Recently, the National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli (NIFTEM-K) has introduced Solar Assisted Reefer Transportation with Hybrid Controls and Intelligence (SARTHI) system. About SARTHI System: Benefit: -Source: The Hindu
World Food Day 2024
Context: Recently, World Food Day was observed on 16th October focusing on the urgent need to eradicate hunger and build resilient global food systems. Relevance: Facts for Prelims World Food Day 2024: Emphasizing the Right to Food for a Better Future Overview World Food Day 2024 celebrates an essential human right under the theme “Right to Food for a Better Life and a […]
AGM-114 Hellfire Missile
Context: India recently concluded a deal with the US for the procurement of 170 AGM-114R Hellfire missiles. Relevance: Facts for Prelims AGM-114 Hellfire Missile The AGM-114 Hellfire missile is a prominent tactical weapon extensively used by the United States and its allies for precision targeting, particularly in modern warfare scenarios. Below are the key features […]
About Kaizen
Context: The month-long strike at Samsung’s manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu has brought to the spotlight the stressful working conditions in these factories shaped and determined by their management philosophy, which draws inspiration from the Japanese production method called Kaizen. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Kaizen: -Source: Indian Express
About Brahmi Inscription
Context: Recently, a Brahmi inscription was found in Dharanikota village at Amaravathi mandal in Palnadu district. The script on the inscription is written in Prakrit language and Brahmi characters of 2nd century C.E. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Brahmi Inscription: -Source: The Hindu