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Why in the News? Recently, many cases of Norovirus have been reported in te USA, especially in Minnesota. What is Norovirus? Norovirus, also known as ‘Norwalk virus’, ‘winter vomiting disease’ and ‘stomach flu’ is a highly transmissible virus that causes gastroenteritis, characterised by inflammation of the stomach and intestine. Norovirus gets its name from Norwalk, … Read more
Why in the News? A recent study published in Science Advances provides fresh insights into the timing and duration of Ocean Anoxic Event 1a (OAE 1a). By examining ancient rocks and fossils from Mount Ashibetsu, Japan. ALSO READ- World Malaria Report 2024 What is the Ocean Anoxic Event 1a? Earth’s history is marked by profound … Read more
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by Plasmodium parasites transmitted through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. It is more common in tropical countries. Recently, like every year WHO has released World Malaria Report for this year i.e. ‘World Malaria Report 2024’. The report highlights present situation of … Read more
The Ministry of Culture in collaboration with France Museum Development (FMD), has launched an ambitious jouney to establish the Yuga/Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum as a global cultural icon. Spanning around 117,000 square meters and having 950 rooms across the North and South Blocks of New Delhi. The museum will celebrate India’s civilisation history and … Read more
The 2024 BRICS Summit was the 16th edition, held in Kazan, Russia from 22 October- 24 October. It is a pivotal event for global diplomacy. This BRICS summit marked the first gathering to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates as official members, following their induction into the organisation during the 15th BRICS … Read more
Recently, The two-week United Nations Biodiversity Conference of Parties (COP16) commenced in Colombia, gathering environmental leaders from nearly 200 countries to assess and evaluate historic commitments made to protect global biodiversity. The conference aims to address urgent environmental challenges, strengthen conservation efforts and ensure the sustainable use of ecosystems in light of the escalating biodiversity … Read more
What is INDUS-X? INDUS-X stands for India-United States Defense Acceleration Ecosystem. It is a strategic alliance in technology and defense industry collaboration between India and the United States. It was launched on 21st June 2023 in Washington, D.C. The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) was established in 2017. It serves as a bridge between business … Read more
Recently, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom has declared Mpox (Monkeypox) infection, a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) under the International Health Regulations (IHR) 2005. It is the highest form of alert that can be shared by the international health body. This declaration has come after a humongous surge in its cases. Dr. Tedros … Read more
Recently, scientists have identified Taam Ja’ Blue Hole (TJBH) in Mexico’s Chetumal Bay as the world’s deepest blue hole. Initially, experts thought it was the second deepest. However, new measurements reveal that it extends over 420 meters below sea level (mbsl), surpassing the previous record-holder, the Sansha Yongle Blue Hole (Dragon Blue Hole) in the … Read more
Solar Eclipse and Total Solar Eclipse- A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves between Earth and the Sun, blocking sunlight either partially or fully. During a total solar eclipse, the Moon covers the entire Sun, creating a shadow on Earth’s surface. The areas within this shadow experience complete darkness as direct sunlight is blocked … Read more