The winners of the 2024 Kavli Prize were announced on June 12. Eight winners were awarded for their contributions to astrophysics, neuroscience, and nanoscience. Who was Fred Kavli Fred Kavli was born in Erejsford, Norway. Kavli moved to California in 1956 after getting an engineering degree. In the US, he began working for a company …
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Raisins, the dried form of grapes, are a nutritious and versatile snack enjoyed globally. These sweet treats are integral to various culinary traditions and are produced in many countries with favorable climates and advanced agricultural techniques. This article explores the top 10 raisin-producing countries, highlighting their unique production methods, climatic advantages, and contributions to the …
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Carrots, a staple root vegetable, are widely cultivated across India. They are known for their nutritional value and are a significant component of the agricultural economy. Among the various states that grow carrots, Himachal Pradesh stands out as the largest carrot-producing state in India. This article delves into the reasons behind this dominance, the methods …
Egypt and Bahrain have joined China as international partners to develop and deliver scientific instruments for the Chang’e-7 mission. The Egyptian Space Agency (EgSA), Bahrain’s National Space Science Agency, and the Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics, and Physics signed a cooperation agreement to jointly develop a hyperspectral camera as part of the goal of …
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Thousands of Kashmiri Pandits converged at the Kheer Bhawani temple in Kashmir Valley’s Ganderbal district to attend the annual festival of Zyestha Ashtami on June 14. Many of them had migrated to different parts of the country in the 1990s in the wake of raging militancy. Temple of Kheer Bhawani The temple of Kheer Bhawani is located …
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Nepal, one of India’s significant neighboring countries, shares a rich history of economic, political, and social ties with India. Among the many aspects of this relationship, one notable feature is the natural boundary formed by rivers originating in Nepal and flowing into India. This article explores the rivers that flow between India and Nepal and …
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India’s equity market has once again outpaced Hong Kong, securing the position as the world’s fourth-largest by market capitalization. With India’s market value soaring to $5.2 trillion, bolstered by a 10% surge following a post-election market rebound, it now leads Hong Kong, which stands at $5.17 trillion after a 5.4% decline from its peak this …
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India is the world’s second largest source of nitrous oxide (N2O), a greenhouse gas that heats up the atmosphere far more than carbon dioxide. Nearly 11% of such global man-made emissions in 2020 were from India, topped only by China at 16%. The major source of these emissions comes from fertiliser usage, according to a …
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ATM operators in India are advocating for an increase in interchange fees by Rs 2 per transaction, citing financial sustainability challenges. The Confederation of ATM Industry (CATMI) has formally approached the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to raise the current maximum fee from Rs 21 to Rs …
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When discussing northern India, the Himalayas often come to mind. Similarly, when we talk about southern India, the Western and Eastern Ghats are mentioned, flanked by deep seas on one side. These two mountain ranges are significant geographical features in India. This article will explore the Western Ghats, their importance, and the states they traverse. …
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