Mapping Source: TH Context: Kaziranga National Park in Assam has achieved a significant milestone by recording its highest revenue in its 50-year history during the 2023-24 tourism year. The park also witnessed a surge in visitors, with a total of 3,27,493 tourists, including 13,919 foreign visitors. About Kaziranga National Park: Located in the State of …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Th Context: Scientists at the ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR) have discovered mass sea anemone bleaching off Agatti island in the Lakshadweep group. About Sea anemones: They belong to the phylum Cnidaria, and reside in ocean waters, mainly in coastal tropical regions. Establishing symbiotic relationships with …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) scientists discovered that the armoured sailfin catfish has infiltrated 60% of Eastern Ghats water bodies, causing damage to fishing nets and the ecosystem. Abut Armoured sailfin catfish (ASC), also known as Rakashi or devil fish: It was initially …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Researchers at Princeton University discovered that the roundworm Caenorhabditis elegans, commonly known as C. elegans, exhibits an intriguing behaviour where offspring inherit the knowledge of avoiding disease-causing bacteria consumed by their parents. This transgenerational transmission of learned behaviour extends up to four generations and is facilitated …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: LM Context: ISRO achieved a milestone by conducting a successful hot test of a liquid rocket engine created using Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology, commonly known as 3D printing. The engine tested belongs to the Reaction Control System (RCS) of the upper stage (PS1) of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: A 30-year U.S. observational study links higher consumption of most ultra-processed foods to a slightly elevated risk of death, particularly from neurodegenerative causes. Ready-to-eat meat, sugary drinks, dairy desserts, and highly processed breakfast foods showed the strongest associations. What is Ultra-processed foods (UPF)? UPFs are heavily …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: ET Context: A recent study revealed that nearly 12% of eligible children in India missed out on the recommended double-dose measles vaccination, indicating a significant gap in immunization coverage. Researchers analyzed data from over 43,000 children aged 2-3 years collected through the National Family Health Survey 2019-21. They found …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: LiveScience Context: Stunning aurora displays illuminated the night sky during the strongest G-5 level geomagnetic storm in 21 years, producing green and blue hues across the Northern Hemisphere. What are Geomagnetic storms? They occur when events like solar flares emit higher-than-normal levels of radiation toward Earth, interacting with …
GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Geography/ Indian Society Source: BS Context: Migration is a crucial aspect of economic diplomacy, particularly in Asia where India’s growth is expected to lead global expansion. This growth will drive significant migration to cities, necessitating a focus on urban development. About Migration in India: Reasons …
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