1.Global Forest Resources Assessment 2020 News: The Global Forest Resources Assessment 2020(FRA 2020) has been released by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Facts: The report presents a …
Read More1.Explained: How a traditional practice is coming in the way of Japan’s Covid response News: In Japan, a centuries-old ritual called “Hanko” is being blamed for impeding social distancing efforts …
Read More1.Seventy-third World Health Assembly News: The 73rd World Health Assembly will be conducted virtually due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. Facts: The World Health Assembly(WHA) is the forum through which …
Read MoreMSME Ministry launches CHAMPIONS portal News: Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises(MSME) has launched CHAMPIONS portal. Facts: CHAMPIONS stands for Creation and Harmonious Application of Modern Processes for Increasing …
Read MorePuri Jagannath temple panel for construction of chariots News:The Managing Committee of Shree Jagannath Temple has recommended construction of chariots used in the annual rath yatra.However,uncertainty continued to prevail over …
Read More1.Kovilpatti Kadalai Mittai and Kashmir saffron gets GI tag Source News: Geographical Indication Registry of India has accorded Geographical Indication(GI) tag to Kovilpatti Kadalai Mittai and Kashmir saffron. Facts: Kovilpatti Kadalai Mittai: It is peanut candy made in southern parts of …
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