What is HIV? HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. It is spread by contact with certain bodily fluids of a person with HIV, most commonly during unprotected intercourse , from mother to foetus …
Context India has scrapped the Free Movement Regime (FMR) with Myanmar, a bilateral arrangement that allowed people living along the border to travel up to 16 km inside the other country without a visa. What is the Free Movement Regime? …
About Asola-Bhati wildlife sanctuary Asola-Bhati Wildlife Sanctuary is located on the Southern Delhi Ridge of Aravalli hill range on Delhi-Haryana border. It is also part of the Sariska-Delhi Wildlife Corridor, which runs from the Sariska Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan to …
About Saint Ravidas, also known as Guru Ravidas or Bhagat Ravidas, was a revered saint, poet, and social reformer in the Bhakti movement. Born in the late 14th century in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, Guru Ravidas belonged to a family of …
What are oil spills? Oil spills refer to the accidental or intentional release of liquid petroleum hydrocarbons into the environment. These spills can have detrimental effects on ecosystems, wildlife, and human communities. Oil spills can occur through various means: Accidents: …
What is meant by carbon capture and storage? Carbon capture and storage (CCS) refers to technologies that can capture carbon dioxide (CO₂) at a source of emissions before it is released into the atmosphere. These sources include the fossil fuel …
About APEDA The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) was established by the Government of India under the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority Act,1985. The Authority replaced the Processed Food Export Promotion Council (PFEPC). …
What’s in the news? Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has unveiled the ‘Sangam: Digital Twin’ initiative, an unparalleled venture inviting Expressions of Interest (EoI) from industry pioneers, startups, MSMEs, academia, innovators and forward-thinkers. Digital Twin technology offers a solution by creating …
About Saffron Saffron, also known as “red gold,” is one of the world’s most expensive spice, prized for its unique flavor, aroma, and color. Saffron originates from the dried stigma of Crocus sativus flower. The stigma is part of the …