UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 16 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: TH Context: Kashmiri willow bats have gained global attention. About Kashmir willow: The Kashmir Willow (Salix alba) is a deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 30 meters. It is primarily found in the Kashmir region of India, where it was extensively planted by the British. Key features include its high …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 15 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: TH Context: Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered a new species of deep-water dogfish shark, named Squalus hima, from Kerala along the Arabian Sea. The newly identified species was often misidentified with S. mitsukurii and S. lalannei, but detailed morphological, meristic, and morphometric analyses revealed it to be a distinct …
Source: TH Context: A study on vulture conservation awareness in Mudumalai (MTR) and Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserves (STR) in Tamil Nadu revealed that local communities lack knowledge on “vulture-safe” livestock practices and the importance of vultures. Researchers found that although large veterinary doses of the harmful drug diclofenac were not sold, smaller human doses were available, …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: TH Context: The Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (Kufos) is set to launch a genome editing mission to enhance the breeding and seed production of pearl spot fish. This initiative aims to improve the growth rate of pearl spots, addressing the long-standing challenges faced by farmers in Kerala who have struggled with …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 1 July 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Source: TH Context: The Kerala Forest Department has partnered with Kerala Paper Products Limited (KPPL) to remove invasive species like Senna spectabilis from the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. These plants threaten the wildlife habitat in the Nilgiri biosphere. Senna spectabilis: A deciduous tree native to tropical regions of the Americas. Ecological Impact: Thick foliage inhibits the …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 28 June 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …
Context: A mainland serow, a vulnerable antelope-like mammal, has been recorded at the lowest elevation in Assam’s Raimona National Park. This discovery is significant as the mainland serow typically inhabits altitudes between 200 and 3,000 meters, primarily in Bhutan. Species of serow native to the Himalayas, Southeast Asia and China. IUCN Status– Vulnerable CITES– Appendix I Source: TH
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: The Tamil Nadu government is conducting a three-day survey to estimate the population of the Nilgiri Tahr, a species listed as endangered by the IUCN
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: Butterfly enthusiasts made a remarkable discovery in Tale Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, Lower Subansiri district, India, spotting the elusive Neptis philyra, also known as the long-streak sailor, for the first time in the country. The butterfly, initially described in Russia in 1859, is native to East Asia but …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: The Print Context: A Gray Slender Loris was rescued by forest officials in North Goa.
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: The Global Society for the Preservation of Baobabs and Mangroves (GSPBM) has launched a pioneering initiative to revive Madagascar’s iconic baobab trees. Previous News about Baobab Trees:
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: The introduction of chital, or spotted deer, to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in the early 1900s for game hunting by the British has resulted in a population explosion that now poses a significant problem for authorities. But now the chital population exceeding the carrying capacity of …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: A recent research on Criollo cattle, a breed developed in the New World from Iberian ancestors suggested that Criollo cattle possess various climate-adaptive traits, making them well-suited to survive and thrive in a warming world. These traits include a short, slick-hair coat for improved thermotolerance, as …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Shillong Times Context: A new species of cicada, informally named the “Butterfly Cicada,” has been discovered in Meghalaya, marking the first-ever record of the genus Becquartina in India. The genus Becquartina is represented by six species found distributed in China, Thailand, and Vietnam, often referred to as “Butterfly cicadas” …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Hindustan Times Context: The Supreme Court has eased the ban on high-power transmission lines within the habitat of the endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB) in Rajasthan and Gujarat. This decision comes after the formation of an expert committee tasked with balancing conservation efforts and development goals. The GIB, …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: A recent study reveals that even minor entanglements in fishing gear can have devastating effects on female North Atlantic right whales, potentially preventing them from breeding. These findings highlight the urgent need for ropeless fishing gear to mitigate threats to the survival of this critically endangered …
