Ban of Halal Certification in Uttar Pradesh Context:On November 18, the state of Uttar Pradesh implemented a statewide prohibition on the "production, storage, distribution, and sale of edible items certified…

Project Q Star ContextOpenAI, a prominent AI technology company, finds itself amidst a notable controversy subsequent to the departure of Sam Altman from his position as CEO.The focal point of…

Ayurveda Gyan Naipunya Initiative (AGNI) Context:The Ministry of Ayush’s Central Council for Research in Ayurveda Sciences (CCRAS) launched the “Ayurveda Gyan Naipunya Initiative” (AGNI) to encourage Ayurveda practitioners to research…

25 Years of International Space Station (ISS) Context:On the 20th of November, the International Space Station (ISS) celebrated its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century since its launch as the largest…

Tantalum Reserves found in Sutlej River Context:IIT-Ropar researchers have identified the presence of tantalum in the soil of Punjab's Sutlej River Basin. While the origin of tantalum in the Sutlej…

Nurturing Sports Talent in Rural India Background: The Indian government has shown a strong dedication to building and improving sports facilities in rural areas over the past few years. This commitment goes…

Draft National Pharmacy Commission Bill, 2023 Context:The draft National Pharmacy Commission Bill, 2023, recently introduced by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, marks a significant shift in India's…

Genetic Chimaera About:An organism that is made up of cells from more than one different race is called a genetic chimaera. For example, in Pets:Due to chimerism, the body of a…

BDS Movement Prelims: BDS Movement FactsMains: The Three R's: Anti-Semitism, Racism, and ApartheidContext:German newspaper said the Indian poet Ranjit Hoskote supported the BDS movement and called him "anti-Semitic."Overview of the…

World's first vaccine for chikungunya Context:The recent approval of the world's inaugural vaccine for chikungunya by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) marks a significant milestone in addressing the…