SNIPPETS 22 JUNE 2026

Agri – Tripura Sarinda (DDN): A traditional tribal bowed string instrument from Tripura that received the Geographical Indication tag+ Artisans craft it from a single solid wood block with a hollow resonator+ It became Tripura’s 4th GI-tagged product after Queen Pineapple, Risha or Pachra tribal attire, & Matabari Peda

Geo – ArsenSafe (TH): Developed by Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar, it is a compact, portable and hand-held arsenic detection device that would help improve water quality monitoring and public health+ It can accurately detect arsenic without the need for laboratory infrastructure and chemicals.

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid): It is an essential water-soluble nutrient and potent antioxidant+ Dietary Need – Humans cannot produce it; it must be obtained daily through diet+ Key Functions: Synthesizes collagen (skin, joints, blood vessels)+ Boosts immunity+ Enhances iron absorption+ Health Role – Aids in building and repairing connective tissues; vital for wound healing and scar tissue formation+ Crucial for – Synthesizing collagen (for skin, joints, and blood vessels), boosting immunity, and absorbing iron.