Why in News? The government has restricted the annual jatara (festival) of the Beladakuppe Sri Mahadeshwaraswamy Temple, held on the last Monday of Kartika month. The temple is located in the core area of Bandipur Tiger Reserve (BTR), a critical wildlife habitat. Details of the Restriction Reason for Restrictions The …

Why in News? Archaeologists have discovered 24 pairs of prehistoric Megalithic footprints and a human figure in Madikkai, Kerala, dating back over 2,000 years. These findings shed light on the cultural practices of the Megalithic period and add to Kerala’s rich prehistoric heritage. Key Highlights of the Discovery Cultural and …

Why in News? Researchers at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) have developed an advanced diagnostic platform called GQ Topology-Targeted Reliable Conformational Polymorphism (GQ-RCP) for early and accurate detection of HIV. This innovation builds on technology used for SARS-CoV-2 diagnostics, reflecting India’s growing research capabilities. Key Features …

Healthcare Challenges The elderly population often requires extensive healthcare for chronic and geriatric diseases like diabetes, arthritis, and cardiovascular conditions. As per the India Ageing Report 2023, there is an increasing demand for affordable and accessible healthcare services tailored to the needs of senior citizens. Economic Dependency A rising dependency …

Purpose: Organized by the Indian Society of Soil Science (ISSS) in collaboration with the International Union of Soil Sciences (IUSS), the GSC aimed to address critical challenges related to sustainable soil and resource management. Theme: Caring Soils Beyond Food Security: Climate Change Mitigation & Ecosystem Services. Key Focus Areas: Recognition …