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How paddy variety PR-126 became a victim of its own popularity Sub : Geo Sec: Eco geo About the controversy: In the recent years, PR-126 has faced scrutiny due to alleged low milling out-turn ratios (OTR), leading to rice shellers refusing to accept this variety. The controversy has escalated into a political issue, […]
NPPA revises the ceiling prices of eight scheduled drugs to meet the twin objectives of availability and affordability Sub : Sci Sec: Health Context: The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has approved a 50% increase in the ceiling prices of eleven essential formulations from eight different drugs. Drugs Affected: These drugs are primarily […]
Govt notifies seed varieties suitable for rabi season after 2 months of release by PM Sub : Geo Sec: Eco Geo Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched 109 new seed varieties in August as part of a 100-day government initiative aimed at boosting agricultural productivity. Details: Of these, 20 varieties are suitable for […]
Antelope like Blackbuck and Gazelle like Chinkara are not ‘deer’; know the difference Sub : Env Sec: Species in news Context: There is frequent confusion between antelope and deer in Indian media. Despite their similar appearances, the two belong to distinct taxonomic families. Taxonomy: Both deer and antelope are part of the Kingdom […]
Fungi may get its own taxonomical kingdom named ‘funga’ for conservation purposes Sub : Env Sec: Species in news Context: Fungi May Get Their Own Taxonomical Kingdom: ‘Funga’ Proposal for Recognition: Chile and the United Kingdom are preparing a proposal to establish a new taxonomical kingdom, “Funga,” for fungi (mushrooms, moulds, yeast, lichen, […]
Farmed salmon is endangering access to local fishes for poorer communities, warns study Sub : Env Sec: Species in news Context: Impact of Farmed Salmon Demand on Coastal Communities and Fisheries Study published in Science Advances, October 16, 2024. Key Findings: The increasing demand for farmed salmon is impacting global coastal communities by […]
Long live the King Cobra(s): Scientists recategorize world’s longest venomous snakes into 4 distinct species, with one from the Western Ghats Sub: Envi Sec: Species Context: The king cobra, previously considered one species, has been reclassified into four distinct species across various regions: Mainland Asia, Maritime Southeast Asia, The Western Ghats of India, […]
Fortified Rice in India: A Safe Solution for Combating Micronutrient Deficiencies Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why in News The safety of fortified rice has been under scrutiny due to concerns about its effects on individuals with blood disorders like Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Anaemia. The Centre, however, maintains that fortified rice is safe […]
Rising Tomato Prices Trigger Fresh Concerns Over Food Inflation Amid Festive Season Sub: Eco Sec: Inflation Why in News Food inflation in India has spiked, primarily due to a sharp rise in the price of vegetables, especially tomatoes. This surge is driven by reduced supply in markets and increased demand during the festive […]
Saudi Arabia launches new digital platform to ensure wage protection Sub: Polity Sec: Constitution Context: Saudi Arabia is implementing a series of digitally enforceable measures aimed at improving working conditions for foreign workers, including those from India. These measures align with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals, focusing on labour rights and reducing illegal […]