Published on: May 9, 2024
Snippets : 9 MAY 2024
Snippets : 9 MAY 2024
- The World Bank has pledged Rs 3,000 crore for water management and flood mitigation initiatives in Bengaluru. The loan will be divided between the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) and the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) – Rs 2,000 crore for BBMP and Rs 1,000 crore for BWSSB
- Kohima Peace Memorial, funded by Japan, inaugurated after eight decades to honor the Naga-Japan partnership and commemorate victims of the Battle of Kohima during World War II, symbolizing a journey from conflict to advocating peace and brotherhood.
- ICAR-NBFGR discovered a new catfish species in the pristine waters of Arunachal Pradesh, India and named it as Glyptothorax punyabratai.
- The Tirthahalli variety of arecanut has been identified as the best in Karnataka based on an analysis conducted by the Areca Research Centre at Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences in Shivamogga. This variety stood out for its quality, as assessed by a diverse group including consumers, traders, scholars, scientists, and growers. The analysis considered factors like appearance, taste, and aroma. Additionally, opinions of Tirthahalli farmers were taken into account, highlighting the quality of their produce and its suitability for high-grade arecanuts.
- The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) released new dietary guidelines urging people to avoid protein supplements, reduce salt intake, and steer clear of ultra-processed foods. Emphasizing natural food sources, the guidelines advocate for balanced diets, home-made recipes for children, and debunk myths about microwave cooking and different salts. They stress the risks of ultra-processed foods and promote healthy diets and physical activity to combat diseases.
- Recent reports from Kerala’s health department highlight cases of West Nile fever in three districts, caused by the West Nile Virus (WNV). The virus, transmitted primarily through infected mosquitoes, can lead to severe neurological diseases in humans. Although there is no specific treatment or vaccine, management involves supportive care to alleviate symptoms and prevent complications.
- India surpassed Japan to become the world’s third-largest solar power producer in 2023, with solar energy contributing significantly to its electricity generation. The rapid growth of solar power globally, outpacing coal, indicates its pivotal role in decarbonizing electricity. India aims to triple its renewable capacity by 2030, aligning with global efforts for clean energy solutions.
- Researchers utilized CRISPR-Cas9 technology to restore vision in individuals with Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), a rare genetic disorder causing blindness at birth due to retinal cell malfunction. The breakthrough involved a trial named “BRILLIANCE,” where participants received a CRISPR gene therapy called EDIT-101, which corrected the CEP290 gene mutation responsible for LCA.
