Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Hindustan Times Context: The Indian Navy has received its first indigenous medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) drone, the Drishti 10 Starliner, developed by Adani Defence and Aerospace. Features: The Drishti 10 Starliner, a variant of Elbit Systems’ Hermes 900 Starliner, is equipped with state-of-the-art sensors, automatic take-off and landing capabilities, …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Thylakoid membranes are small pouches located in the chloroplasts of plants, storing chlorophyll and playing a crucial role in photosynthesis. Originally found in ancient cyanobacteria, these light-sensitive bacteria are believed to have contributed to the oxygen levels in Earth’s atmosphere billions of years ago. Recent discoveries, particularly …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched the ICD-11 Traditional Medicine Module 2, incorporating data and terminology related to Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani Medicine. The Ministry of AYUSH collaborated with WHO in preparing this classification, aiming to strengthen India’s healthcare system, research, development, and policy-making in …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Japanese scientists discovered a high-energy cosmic-ray event named ‘Amaterasu,’ making it the second-highest-energy cosmic ray ever detected. The energy level of Amaterasu is about 40 million times higher than that produced by the Large Hadron Collider. The discovery of such ultra-high-energy cosmic rays (UHECRs) could contribute …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Scientists at CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu, have discovered that phytocannabinoids, compounds found in the cannabis plant, exhibit previously unexplored antibiotic properties. The study specifically focused on tetrahydrocannabidiol (THCBD), a phytocannabinoid, and its efficacy against Staphylococcus aureus, a bacteria contributing to antibiotic resistance. THCBD …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: Union Minister for Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal, reviewed the progress of the upcoming mega textiles event, Bharat Tex 2024, during a meeting with textile Export Promotion Councils and ministry officials. What is Bharat Tex 2024? It is a global textile mega-event organized by 11 Textile …
Content for Mains Enrichment: Source: TH Context: The “People’s Manifesto for a Just, Equitable and Sustainable India” is a response to India’s crises, released by 85 movements and organizations under Vikalp Sangam. Focused on ecological sustainability, dignified livelihoods, and democratic values, the manifesto advocates policy shifts, emphasizing small manufacturing, crafts, and community-led initiatives. It …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Agriculture Source: ET Context: Indian processed food exports have witnessed a remarkable 150% growth over the past nine years. Significant Achievements of the Indian Food Processing sector: Investment in the Processed Food sector: India’s Food Processing Sector emerged as the sunrise sector and attracted FDI investments of about Rs …
