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NRF1 (Nuclear Respiratory Factor 1) is a transcription factor that plays a key role in cellular metabolism, particularly in regulating genes involved in mitochondrial function, oxidative phosphorylation, and cellular energy production. It helps maintain mitochondrial biogenesis, which is the process by which new mitochondria are formed in cells. Key Functions of NRF1: Mitochondrial Biogenesis: NRF1 […]

Why in News?- India’s Defence Minister has recently launched two key initiatives—ADITI 2.0 and DISC 12—at DefConnect 4.0 in Delhi. These initiatives aim to strengthen India’s defence technology ecosystem by encouraging innovation and providing financial support for new ideas. What is ADITI 2.0? ADITI 2.0 focuses on 19 technology challenges that cover advanced areas like […]

Why in News? The Global Framework on Chemicals fund  has  recently launched its first project, targeting the safe and sustainable management of chemicals and waste. About the Global Framework on Chemicals: The Global Framework on Chemicals Global Framework on Chemicals – For a Planet Free of Harm from Chemicals and Waste (GFC), provides the essential […]

Why in News ?  Victor Ambros, a researcher at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, and Gary Ruvkun, a molecular biologist at the University of Massachusetts Hospital and a professor at Harvard University Medical School, were awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine after discovering microRNA . The microRNA heavily involves  in cell function. MicroRNA […]

Why in News ?  The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has recently urged all the states and union territories to ensure the immediate release of compensation to the POCSO victims belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities for their proper rehabilitation. What are concerns & issues raised by […]

A G20 expert panel on strengthening Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), such as the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank, wants the institutions to shift from financing individual projects to prioritising programmes with sectoral focus and long-term transformation plans, as identified by national governments. According to the expert group, MDBs should focus their operations – financial […]

Speaking at the Kautilya Economic Conclave here, the External Affairs Minister stated that the conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia have shifted the focus of global politics away from crucial issues Amid rising protectionist measures in India and the West against the rapid surge of Chinese imports in crucial sectors, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar […]

India and the Maldives share a long history of cultural, economic, and political ties, underpinned by geographical proximity and mutual security concerns. The bilateral relationship has evolved into a strategic partnership, with cooperation in areas like trade, tourism, defense, and development. Early Ties: Diplomatic relations between India and the Maldives were formally established in 1965, […]

Why in News?- The Gran Grif gang is an armed criminal group in Haiti responsible for widespread violence, particularly in the Artibonite region. Recently, the gang executed a brutal attack in the Pont-Sondé locality, killing over 70 people and displacing thousands. The gang has taken control of large parts of the region, targeting civilians, burning […]

Why in News? Union Cabinet approves Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY) to promote sustainable agriculture and Krishonnati Yojana (KY) to achieve food security for self-reliance States given the flexibility to reallocate funds from one component to another based on their specific requirement About  the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY): PM-RKVY will […]