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A change in India’s power export rules
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A change in India’s power export rules

Science & Tech 21/08/24 12:57 PM IST
by Mahesh

'Recently, it was reported the the introduction of an amendment to India’s power export rules.' Purported to hedge against political risks in Bangladesh, it allows Indian power exporters to r Read More...

Dhangars community
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Dhangars community

Science & Tech 21/08/24 12:49 PM IST
by Mahesh

'The Dhangars are shepherds who live mostly in Western Maharashtra and Marathwada.' The Dhangar community is estimated to be around 1 crore, which is about 9% of Maharashtra’s roughly 11.25 c Read More...

Lateral entry for government posts
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Lateral entry for government posts

Science & Tech 21/08/24 12:40 PM IST
by Mahesh

'The Union Service Public Commission (UPSC) issued an advertisement to recruit for multiple roles in certain Central Ministries through lateral entry, either on a contract basis or through deputation. Read More...

Super Blue Moon
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Super Blue Moon

Science & Tech 21/08/24 12:31 PM IST
by Mahesh

'For the second year in a row, Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi which is celebrated on the full moon day (that is on Purnima in the month of Shravan), is marked by the sighting of a ‘super blue moon&rsqu Read More...

Lok Sabha Speaker constitutes six new parliamentary committees for 2024-25
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Lok Sabha Speaker constitutes six new parliamentary committees for 2024-25

Science & Tech 19/08/24 11:43 AM IST
by Mahesh

'Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla constituted six new Parliamentary Committees, including the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), which keeps a close eye on government expenditure, to be headed by senior Congr Read More...

FSSAI Launches Project to Address Microplastic Contamination in Indian Food
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FSSAI Launches Project to Address Microplastic Contamination in Indian Food

Science & Tech 19/08/24 11:35 AM IST
by Mahesh

'The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) launched an innovative project to tackle the growing concern of microplastic contamination in food  in New Delhi.' Recognising micr Read More...

India- bangladesh Extradition treaty
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India- bangladesh Extradition treaty

Science & Tech 19/08/24 11:00 AM IST
by Mahesh

'With former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina facing multiple criminal cases back at home, it is likely that India’s eastern neighbour may push for her extradition.' India and Bangla Read More...

Odisha will plant 20 lakh palm trees for protection against lightning strikes
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Odisha will plant 20 lakh palm trees for protection against lightning strikes

Science & Tech 19/08/24 10:44 AM IST
by Mahesh

'Nearly 4,000 people have lost their lives to lightning strikes in the last 11 years.' The proposal, accepted by the government in July, is a step to reduce the number of deaths. Odisha was among Read More...

Do doctors need a Central protection Act?
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Do doctors need a Central protection Act?

Science & Tech 18/08/24 11:35 AM IST
by Mahesh

'Resident doctors across India are on strike demanding laws that ensure their safety while on duty.'   As per constitutional provisions, health and law and order are State subjects, and, there Read More...

All-night streetlights can make leaves inedible to insects
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All-night streetlights can make leaves inedible to insects

Science & Tech 18/08/24 11:24 AM IST
by Mahesh

'Artificial lights that run all night, such as streetlights, can make leaves grow so tough that insects cannot eat them, which could threaten urban food chains, according to a new study.' The resea Read More...