Bubble baby syndrome
A girl from Karnataka, suffering from Bubble baby syndrome, recently underwent a groundbreaking bone marrow transplant, becoming the youngest recipient of such a procedure from an unrelated
Genome sequencing and Incidental Findings in Genetic Testing
The field of genomics has witnessed a shift in the last 2 decades, marked by the increased affordability and accessibility of personal genomes. About the Genome:
XPoSat: Payloads, Significance and Comparisons
Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) first polarimetry mission, X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat), successfully achieved a precise circular orbit. What is
Limitations in land availability for Biodiversity targets
A recent study highlights challenges in implementing biodiversity targets and climate mitigation due to limitations in the available land. Key Findings of the Study: The
Financial Intelligence Unit India issued notice to virtual asset providers
The Financial Intelligence Unit India (FIU IND) recently issued show-cause notices to offshore Virtual Digital Asset Service Providers (VDA SP). Why did FIU
Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2023-24
‘Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2023-24’ is an expansion and continuation of ‘Scheme for Special Assistance to
Sardine fish
Thousands of sardine fish have been surfacing near a beach in Goa for the past few days, providing locals with
Litchi cultivation
Litchi cultivation, once confined to Bihar’s Muzaffarpur, has spread across 19 states in India, marking a significant increase in the
Green Deposits
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently clarified that banks and NBFCs are not obligated to raise green deposits but must adhere to the prescribed framework if opted. What are
National Transit Pass System (NTPS)-‘One Nation-One Pass’
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, recently launched the National Transit Pass System (NTPS) across India envisaged as ‘One Nation