Scientists have developed a new technique to measure DNA modifications that can have applications in early diagnosis of multiple diseases like Cancer, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s diseases. Alteration in DNA affects their expression and functions. DNA controls cell survival through the genetic code as well as via modifications to its structure. …

Context: Way to predicting solar cycles– Kodaikanal Solar Observatory Digitized Data probes Sun’s rotation over the Century Scientists have estimated how the Sun has rotated over a century from data extracted from old films and photographs that have been digitized. This estimation would help study magnetic field generated in the …

GS-1 PM PAYS TRIBUTES TO CHHATRAPATI SHIVAJI MAHARAJ ON HIS JAYANTI ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj, great Maratha ruler was born on 19 February 1630 at Shivneri Fort in District Pune in the present-day state of Maharashtra. ShivajiMaharaj Biography Some records claim Shivaji’s date of birth as 6 April 1627 but 19 February 1630 …

GS-2 ELECTION COMMISSION WORKING ON REMOTE VOTING SYSTEM Issue The model of an Aadhaar-linked electronic voting system that would enable electors to cast their votes from any part of the country, irrespective of where they are registered to vote or even abroad, is being prepared for the Election Commission of …

GS-3 HYDERABAD WINS GLOBAL ‘TREE CITY’ STATUS Hyderabad has received recognition as ‘Tree City’ for its urban forestry drive Urban forestry campaign gets global recognition Important points: Hyderabad city has received another feather in its cap by being chosen as one among the ‘Tree Cities of the World’ by the …

GS-2 NATIONAL GREEN TRIBUNAL The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 is an Act of the Parliament of India which enables creation of a special tribunal to handle the expeditious disposal of the cases pertaining to environmental issues. It draws inspiration from the India’s constitutional provision of (Constitution of India/Part III) Article 21 Protection of life and …

GS-2 QUAD MINISTERS’ MEETING India, U.S. call for rule of law in Myanmar Quad Ministers discuss Myanmar, issues across Indo-Pacific. India on Thursday joined Australia, Japan and the United States for a ministerial meeting under the quadrilateral grouping. . India also emphasised in its statement that the meeting expressed commitment …

Scientists have developed a sticky mat which takes away dust from a contacting surface, ensuring a clean, hygienic, healthy, and refreshing atmosphere at our home, offices, hospitals, and laboratories as also smooth functioning of many expensive equipments. The mat is a low-cost one and remains washable and usable over many …

Scientists have found a new Lead (Pb) free material which can efficiently convert waste heat to power our small home equipment and automobiles. Thermoelectric energy conversion allows generation of electrical voltage when one end of a material is heated while keeping the other side cold. Finding an efficient material to …

Devasthal is a picturesque mountain peak in Uttarakand from which the snowcapped Himalayas is clearly visible and the nearest settlement is 8 Km away. The tranquil place far from the maddening crowd however stands out from many such hilly spots is being a symbol of India’s rising position in global …