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RNA Editing: A Safer Alternative to DNA Editing with Promising Therapeutic Applications Sub : Sci Sec: Biotech Why in News RNA editing recently gained significant attention after Wave Life Sciences, a U.S.-based biotechnology firm, became the first company to successfully treat a genetic condition through RNA editing in clinical trials. This achievement marks […]
PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme: Financial Aid for Higher Education Sub: Schemes Sec: Education Why in News The Union Cabinet, recently approved the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme, a new Central Sector initiative aimed at supporting meritorious students with financial assistance for higher education. This scheme is set to provide collateral-free loans to students, covering their tuition […]
Impact of Trumponomics on India and Global Economy Sub : Eco Sec: External sector Inflation Impact and Fed’s Stance Higher Tariffs and Trade Wars: Trump’s proposed 20% tariff on imports and 200% duties on cars could drive up inflation in the U.S. by raising costs on imported goods. Monetary Policy Shifts: The Federal […]
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) celebrated the completion of 250 years Sub : Sci Sec: defence Context: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) on Nov 8 celebrated the completion of 250 years. About Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) is one of India’s leading shipbuilding companies, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It […]
10 tigers traced, officials confirm to DTE after reports of 25 missing felines in Ranthambore cause panic Sub : Env Sec: Protected Area Context: Ten of the 25 tigers recently reported as ‘missing’ from Ranthambore National Park and Tiger Reserve have been located, officials confirmed to Down To Earth (DTE). Fifteen tigers are […]
Iran’s currency falls to an all-time low as Trump clinches presidency Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: The Iranian rial hit an all-time low, trading at 703,000 rials to the U.S. dollar. This sharp depreciation occurred as Donald Trump secured a second term as U.S. President, which has raised concerns over future […]
India’s palm oil imports soar Sub: Eco Sec: External sector Context: In October 2024, India experienced a significant surge in palm oil imports, with the total imports rising by 59% compared to September 2024. The country imported 840,000 metric tons of palm oil in October, marking a three-month high. India buys palm oil […]
Anglo-Indian leaders call for restoration of reservation in Parliament and Assemblies Sub: Polity Sec: Constitution Context: A meeting of leaders from the Anglo-Indian community raised concerns regarding the lack of political representation and socio-economic challenges faced by their community in India. They urged the Centre to reinstate the quota for Anglo Indians in […]
India’s 2024-25 Kharif output at record 164.7 million tonnes; rice at all-time high, pulses lower than average Sub : Geo Sec: Eco Geo Context: Rice production in 2024-25 is estimated at 120 million tonnes (MT), the highest in the last 11 years. Paddy, the main Kharif crop, saw a 5.8% increase over last […]
Border Road Organisation (BRO) Projects Sub : Geo Sec: Mapping BRO Project Description Atal Tunnel Highway tunnel under Rohtang Pass in the eastern Pir Panjal range; Length: 9.02 km, horseshoe-shaped, finished width of 10 m at road level; altitude: 3,000–3,100 m. Sela Tunnel Located at an altitude of 3,973 m; Constructed using the […]