About The Mikania Micrantha
Context: Mikania micrantha weed is spreading quite fast in the Bhadra Tiger Reserve and threatening its biodiversity. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Mikania micrantha: Bhadra Tiger Reserve Insights: -Source: The Hindu
About Project Naman
Context: Recently, the Indian Army launched the first phase of Project NAMAN, in presence of General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff along with Mrs Sunita Dwivedi, President Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA). Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About Project Naman: SPARSH Portal (System for Pension-related Information & Services Handled Electronically): […]
Overview of Curcuma Ungmensis
Context: Researchers have identified a new ‘cousin’ of the turmeric, thanks to a serendipitous discovery during a field trip in Nagaland. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Overview of Curcuma ungmensis: Botanical Significance and Distribution: -Source: The Hindu
About The Yellow Food Dye
Context: Recently, a recent study has demonstrated that tartrazine, a common food dye, can make the skin of living mice temporarily transparent. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Yellow Food Dye: Key Findings from Recent Study: Potential Applications: -Source: The Hindu
About the Madeira River
Context: Residents near the Madeira River in the Amazon are facing unprecedented challenges as water levels drop to historic lows amid a severe drought. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Madeira River -Source: The Hindu
New Policy to Extend Lifespan of National Highways Through White-Topping
Context: The Union government is in the process of formulating a policy designed to reinforce and extend the lifespan of aging national highways. This initiative will employ a technique known as white-topping, which provides a durable and sustainable solution for roadway maintenance. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Enhancements in National Highway Infrastructure -Source: Times of India […]
OpenAI Set to Unveil Advanced AI Model
Context: OpenAI is gearing up to release its most sophisticated artificial intelligence model yet, codenamed Project Strawberry. The launch is scheduled to occur between September and November 2024, marking a significant advancement in AI capabilities. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Project Strawberry Overview Functional Capabilities Strategic Role in AI Evolution -Source: The Hindu
About The INDIAsize Initiative
Context: The government will soon roll out the much-awaited ‘INDIAsize’ initiative, the Union Textiles Minister said recently. Relevance: Facts for Prelims INDIAsize Initiative
Indian Naval Ship Participates in Joint Exercise in the Mediterranean
Context: The Indian Naval Ship Tabar recently engaged in a Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) with the Spanish Navy’s ship Atalaya, conducting the exercise in the Mediterranean Sea. This initiative underscores India’s ongoing commitment to strengthening maritime collaboration and enhancing operational coordination with international naval forces. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Enhancing Naval Cooperation Through the Maritime […]
About The Arnoux’s Beaked Whale
Context: A team of researchers has stumbled upon rare Arnoux’s Beaked Whales off the coast of Antarctica recently. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Arnoux’s Beaked Whale Social Behavior and Habitat Physical Characteristics Conservation Status -Source: The Hindu