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Mini-moon
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Mini-moon

Science & Tech 20/09/24 11:58 AM IST
by Mahesh

'According to a new study, the Earth’s gravitational field will temporarily capture a small asteroid, called 2024 PT5, in late September.' The asteroid will stay for two months before flying Read More...

Cabinet clears development of Next Generation of satellite Launch Vehicle
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Cabinet clears development of Next Generation of satellite Launch Vehicle

Science & Tech 19/09/24 10:30 AM IST
by Mahesh

'The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV).' The NGLV is set to significantly enhance India’s space cap Read More...

Cabinet approves Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan
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Cabinet approves Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan

Science & Tech 19/09/24 10:08 AM IST
by Mahesh

'The Union Cabinet recently approved a package that will provide up to ?5 lakh each to tribal households and villages across the country.' The new package also aims to give an impetus to existing d Read More...

‘Bio-RIDE’ scheme
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‘Bio-RIDE’ scheme

Science & Tech 19/09/24 10:01 AM IST
by Mahesh

'The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today approved continuation of the two umbrella schemes of Department of Biotechnology (DBT),' Merged as one scheme-‘Bi Read More...

Kovind committee’s ‘One nation, one election’ recommendation gets Cabinet nod
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Kovind committee’s ‘One nation, one election’ recommendation gets Cabinet nod

Science & Tech 19/09/24 09:34 AM IST
by Mahesh

'The Union Cabinet has cleared the proposal to hold simultaneous elections in India, as recommended by a high-level committee headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind.' It recommended a common Read More...

Indus Waters Treaty
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Indus Waters Treaty

Science & Tech 19/09/24 09:22 AM IST
by Mahesh

'A year-and-a-half after New Delhi issued a notice to Islamabad seeking the “modification” of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in January 2023, India has once again sent a formal notice to Pa Read More...

Current status of the introduction of African cheetahs
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Current status of the introduction of African cheetahs

Science & Tech 18/09/24 11:50 AM IST
by Mahesh

'The Cheetah Action Plan (CAP) represents India’s ambitious effort to introduce African cheetahs into its ecosystems, with a focus on both conserving the species and restoring the health of sava Read More...

How good are modern telescopes?
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How good are modern telescopes?

Science & Tech 18/09/24 11:07 AM IST
by Mahesh

'The modern telescope is a window into the universe, a sophisticated paintbrush in the hands of skilled astronomers that brings the fantastical wonders of the cosmos into view.' And in so doing, Read More...

Impact of emergency provisions on Centre-State relations
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Impact of emergency provisions on Centre-State relations

Science & Tech 17/09/24 11:20 AM IST
by Mahesh

'The recent spate of renewed violence in Manipur has once again triggered the discussion around Centre-State relations and the use of emergency provisions by the Centre.' India is a federation wi Read More...

Status of reservoirs in India
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Status of reservoirs in India

Science & Tech 17/09/24 11:06 AM IST
by Mahesh

'Since the southwest monsoon covered the entire country on July 2, the majority of geographical regions have received steady or continuous rainfall.' As on September 12, the country had received 83 Read More...