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National Biodiversity Congress 2017 held in Kerala
The National Biodiversity Congress (NBC) 2017 was held in Thiruvananthapuram, capital of Kerala. The event is hosted by the Kerala State Biodiversity Board. NBC is one of the significant biodiversity mega events of the country. It aims to identify practical, ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2017
Indian Coast Guard Ship ICGS AYUSH commissioned
Indian Coast Guard Ship ICGS AYUSH was commissioned at Kochi, Kerala by Vice Admiral AR Karwe, Flag Officer Commanding-in- Chief, Southern Naval Command. ICGS AYUSH is the 20th and the last in the series of 20 Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2017
Kerala’s Nilambur teak to get GI tag
Kerala’s Nilambur teak known internationally for its superior timber quality and elegant appearance will be added to the list of Kerala produces with the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. In this regard, IPR Cell of the Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) with ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2017
Kerala’s influence in national politics in India
Kerala, one of the southern states of India, has had a distinct and influential role in the country’s national politics. This influence can be understood by examining Kerala’s political history, its unique socio-political landscape, and its contributions to national discourse. ..
Neurocalyx calycinus plant possesses medicinal values
Scientists from Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI) have confirmed the multiple therapeutic properties of Neurocalyx calycinus, a medicinal plant endemic to the southern parts of Western Ghats and Sri Lanka The therapeutic properties of the plant ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2017
27th meeting of Southern Zonal Council held at Thiruvananthapuram
The 27th meeting of the Southern Zonal Council held at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala was chaired by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh. The Southern Zonal Council consists of Kerala, Karnataka, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry (UT) and Andhra Pradesh. Key Facts Many important issues ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2016
Kerala to seek Union government’s approval for using deer antlers in Ayurveda medicines
The Kerala Government has approached the Union Government for allowing use of antlers of spotted deer and sambar of Ayurveda medicines. In this regard, Kerala State Board for Wildlife (SBWL) under chairmanship of CM Pinarayi Vijayan has forwarded proposal to ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2016
Kerala Government launches Haritha Keralam Mission
Kerala Government has launched Haritha Keralam Mission, a comprehensive programme for creating new sustainable development perspectives in the state. It was launched by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in the state capital Thiruvananthapuram. Singer K.J. Yesudas and actor Manju Warrier are the ..