Malaria is an infectious and deadly disease plaguing tropical countries. Read to know more about its causes and other facts. Malaria Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease caused by a parasite. It is transmitted through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito carrying the Plasmodium parasite … [Read more...] about Malaria: Causes and Prevention
Neglected Tropical Diseases
Neglected Tropical Diseases are prevalent in marginalized countries of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Read here to know more about them. Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are a diverse group of 20 conditions that are mainly prevalent in tropical areas, where they mostly affect impoverished … [Read more...] about Neglected Tropical Diseases
Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act)
The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act was enacted to control and regulate narcotic drugs. Read here to know the details of the act. A Bill to replace an ordinance amending the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985 was introduced in the Lok Sabha and … [Read more...] about Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act)
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Read to know more about the history and new phases of the temple. On 13th December 2021, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated Phase 1 of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor in Varanasi. It will connect the ancient temple to the ghats of … [Read more...] about Kashi Vishwanath Temple
National River Linking Project (NRLP)
The National River Linking Project (NRLP) is a large-scale engineering feat to effectively manage water resources. Read here to know more about it. The tribal community has intensified their protest against the Par-Tapi-Narmada River linking project under NRLP after it was mentioned in the budget … [Read more...] about National River Linking Project (NRLP)
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has been in the news for some time. Read here to know the history of NATO. The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is in global headlines due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. The NATO membership of Ukraine is the thorn in the whole issue; … [Read more...] about North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
Privatisation of Indian Space Sector
The privatisation of the Indian space sector has opened up newer opportunities. Read here to know more about the opening up of the Indian space program. The Indian Space program is characterized by a vision to use space technology for national development. The primary objective of the space … [Read more...] about Privatisation of Indian Space Sector
Energy crisis: Causes and Global Impact
The world has been facing an energy crisis with a consistent rise in oil prices. Read here to know the factors causing the energy crunch. The global energy crisis is a result of a cascade of issues faced by different countries over the years. The chain of events begins with the pandemic, along … [Read more...] about Energy crisis: Causes and Global Impact
Fertility Rate in India: Reasons for Decline
Total Fertility rate (TFR) is an important factor in population growth. Read here to know about the declining fertility rate in India. The Total fertility rate (TFR) has declined from 2.2 (reported in 2015-16) to 2.0 at the all- India level, according to the latest National Family Health Survey … [Read more...] about Fertility Rate in India: Reasons for Decline
Startup: Unicorn Revolution in India
India is witnessing a boom in startup companies and a unicorn revolution in recent years. Read here to know about the trend. The end of the 20th century saw India rising as the ‘software hub’ of the world. It started a tech revolution resulting in multiple Indian start-ups involved in innovating … [Read more...] about Startup: Unicorn Revolution in India
