New Zealand Proposes Legislation to Modernize Gene Technology Laws

The New Zealand government announced plans to create new laws on August 13, to make it easier to develop and use gene technologies, including gene editing. This effort is led by Judith Collins, the Minister for Science, Innovation, and Technology. ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

What are Prokaryotes?

Prokaryotes are tiny, single-celled organisms that include bacteria and archaea. They are among the oldest life forms on Earth, existing for over 3.5 billion years. Prokaryotes are everywhere, thriving in many different environments, including the ocean. They are incredibly abundant—there ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Environment Current Affairs

New Blood Test Detects Alzheimer’s with 90% Accuracy

Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have developed an exciting new blood test called PrecivityAD2, which can detect Alzheimer’s disease (AD) with around 90% accuracy. This breakthrough allows for earlier diagnosis and is especially useful for people with mild cognitive ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Maharashtra Launches ₹1,500 Monthly Aid for Eligible Women

Maharashtra will launch the ‘Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin’ scheme on August 17, announced by Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. This scheme is designed to give financial help to more than one crore (10 million) eligible women in the state. The launch ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: States Current Affairs

What is Human Parvovirus B19?

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a warning on August 13, about an increase in cases of parvovirus B19, also known as “fifth disease.” This is a highly contagious infection that is currently affecting many young ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Astronomers Develop New Method to Predict Solar Cycle Amplitude

Astronomers from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) have developed a new way to predict the strength of solar cycles. This helps scientists understand solar activity better and improve forecasts for space weather, which can affect communication systems, satellites, and ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

WHO Declares Mpox a Global Public Health Emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared mpox a “public health emergency of international concern” (PHEIC), on August 14, 2024. This decision was made after experts noticed a rise in mpox cases, especially in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) ..

Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 15-16, 2024

1. What is the primary objective of the Jiyo Parsi Scheme, recently seen in news? [A] To promote the education of Parsi children[B] To reverse the declining trend of the Parsi population[C] To provide financial aid for Parsi businesses[D] To ..