PRELIMS BITS The Indian government has recently established eco-sensitive zones (ESZs) around the Shikari Devi Wildlife Sanctuary in Mandi district to safeguard the sanctuary from the negative effects of urbanisation and development. Sanctuary Overview: Location: Situated in the Himalayas, covering 29.94 square kilometres. Elevation Range: From 1,800 to 3,400 metres. …
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ZOMBIE DEER DISEASE: A GROWING CONCERN FOR HUMAN HEALTH
PRELIMS BITS Recent reports have raised alarms about Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), or “zombie deer disease,” and its potential to infect humans. This incurable prion disease, primarily affecting deer, has now been detected in feral pigs, prompting concerns about its possible spillover to humans. What is Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)? …
Read More »NATIONAL STARTUP DAY 2025: CELEBRATING INNOVATION AND GROWTH
PRELIMS BITS National Startup Day, observed annually on January 16, recognizes the pivotal role of startups in India’s economy. With over 99,000 registered startups valued at $500 billion, India is the third-largest startup ecosystem globally. History of National Startup Day: Established in 2016 during the Startup India Innovation Week, National …
Read More »TRENDS IN STATE REVENUE DEPENDENCY IN INDIA
PRELIMS BITS Indian States are increasingly dependent on financial transfers and grants from the Central government, raising concerns about fiscal sustainability and independent revenue generation. Key Trends in Revenue Dependency: Rise in Central Transfers: Central transfers accounted for 23-30% of State revenues between FY16 and FY25, up from 20-24% in …
Read More »WORLD EMPLOYMENT AND SOCIAL OUTLOOK 2025: KEY HIGHLIGHTS
PRELIMS BITS The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has released its 2025 report, shedding light on persistent global labour market challenges. Geopolitical tensions, climate change costs, and unresolved debt continue to hinder economic recovery, despite slight improvements in employment gaps. Global Jobs Gap: Total Gap (2024): 402 million, including 186 million …
Read More »PROTESTS FOR ROMAN SCRIPT ADOPTION IN KOKBOROK LANGUAGE
PRELIMS BITS The Twipra Student Federation (TSF) recently protested in Agartala, Tripura, urging the adoption of the Roman script for Kokborok, the language of the Borok people. This highlights ongoing efforts for linguistic recognition and cultural preservation. Key Facts about Kokborok: Linguistic Roots: A Sino-Tibetan language spoken by the Borok …
Read More »ISRO GERMINATES BLACK-EYED PEA SEEDS IN SPACE: A STEP TOWARD SPACE AGRICULTURE
PRELIMS BITS The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a significant milestone in space agriculture by successfully germinating black-eyed pea seeds aboard its Compact Research Module for Orbital Plant Studies (CROPS). This breakthrough supports sustainable food sources for extended space missions, addressing both astronaut nutrition and mental well-being. Key …
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