Page-5 of GKToday Archives: August, 2024

What is Food Traceability?

August 28, 2024

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, people have become much more concerned about where their food comes from and how safe it is. This worry comes from a better understanding of health risks and foodborne illnesses, which can make people sick. Groups ..

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NGT Imposes ₹1,000 Crore Fine on Punjab Government

August 28, 2024

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has fined the Punjab government a huge amount—Rs 1,000 crore. This fine was imposed because the state has repeatedly failed to manage its solid and liquid waste properly, despite many warnings and legal obligations. The ..

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Nano DAP Experiment Reveals Decline in Wheat Yields

August 28, 2024

Scientists at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) did a study to see how well nano diammonium phosphate (DAP) works compared to traditional nitrogen fertilizers. They found that nano DAP may not be as good, especially when it comes to growing wheat. ..

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UN Calls for Urgent Action on Rising Sea Levels

August 28, 2024

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres visited Tonga to highlight a serious global issue—rising sea levels. He spoke at the Pacific Islands Forum, emphasizing how quickly sea levels are increasing and the dangers this poses, especially to low-lying nations like Tonga. Understanding ..

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Study Reveals Microplastics Dominant in Indian Personal Care Products

August 28, 2024

A study led by Riya K. Alex at Cochin University has brought attention to the presence of microplastics, especially polyethylene (PE), in personal care products (PCPs). The study highlights concerns about the effects of these tiny plastic particles on the ..

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NASA’s Perseverance Rover Begins Climb to Jezero Crater Rim

August 28, 2024

NASA’s Perseverance rover began an important new phase of its mission on Mars by starting its climb to the top of Jezero Crater, on August 27, 2024. After spending over three years exploring the crater’s floor, the rover is now ..

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Nitin Gadkari Launches Solar-Powered Tricycles for Disabled Individuals

August 28, 2024

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari recently unveiled solar-powered tricycles during an important event held by the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ). These tricycles are designed to help individuals with disabilities by offering them a new, sustainable way to get around. What ..

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Himachal Govt to allocate Rs 53 cr for ‘Mukhya Mantri Sukh Shiksha Yojana’

August 28, 2024

The Himachal Pradesh government has introduced the ‘Mukhya Mantri Sukh Shiksha Yojana.’ This scheme allocates Rs 53.21 crore every year to help vulnerable families. The main focus is on supporting widows, destitute women, divorced women, and parents with disabilities. Who ..

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