Researchers Develop Miniature CRISPR Tool for Plant Genome Editing

Nature uses genetic instructions to create living things, called a genome. Recent advances in gene editing, especially with CRISPR technology, aim to improve agriculture and make crops more resilient by precisely changing their genetic makeup. What is CRISPR? CRISPR (Clustered ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Study Predicts 49% Increase in Global Flooding by 2100

A recent study predicts a big increase in global flooding by the year 2100, mainly due to the continued release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. If these emissions stay high, flooding events could increase by 49% compared to 2020 ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

£2.7 Million Grants Announced for Type 1 Diabetes Research

The Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge, supported by the Steve Morgan Foundation, Diabetes UK, and JDRF, awarded over £2.7 million to various research projects, on August 12, 2024. These funds aim to create advanced insulin therapies that better manage type ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

CCI Raises Concerns Over $8.5 Billion Reliance-Disney Merger

The $8.5 billion merger between Reliance and Disney is under the spotlight as India’s antitrust body, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), examines its impact on competition in the media sector. Market Dominance and Competition This merger will create the ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 22, 2024

1. Which organization developed the online platforms PROMPT, DRIPS, and JAL VIDYUT DPR, recently launched by Ministry of Power? [A] Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)[B] National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC)[C] Central Electricity Authority (CEA)[D] Ministry of New and Renewable Energy Show ..

Kerala Launches KITE GNU Linux 22.04 For Schools

The Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) has introduced KITE GNU Linux 22.04, a new free operating system designed specifically for public schools in Kerala. This initiative aims to boost digital education across about 300,000 computers in the state’s ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

Delhi Airport Achieve ‘Net Zero Carbon Emission Airport’ status

Delhi Airport made history by becoming the first airport in India to achieve ‘Net Zero Carbon Emission Airport’ status under the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) programme by Airport Council International (ACI). This significant milestone was proudly announced by Delhi International ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

First Policy Makers’ Forum’ Summit

Union Minister J.P. Nadda launched two important digital healthcare tools at the First Policy Makers’ Forum in New Delhi: the Indian Pharmacopoeia Online Portal and the Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring System (ADRMS) software. These initiatives highlight the Indian government’s efforts ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Summits and Conferences

Amul – World’s Strongest Food Brand in 2024

Amul was honored as the world’s strongest food brand by Brand Finance, a leading brand valuation firm. Amul achieved this recognition with a high Brand Strength Index (BSI) score of 91 and a brand valuation of $3.3 billion. This is ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Who is M Suresh, Appointed as Interim Chairman of the Airports Authority of India?

M Suresh has been appointed as the Interim Chairman of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) starting from August 2024. This change comes after the government decided to relieve the previous Chairman, Sanjeev Kumar, marking an important shift in the ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News