Day: May 28, 2021

Argentine Ant –Key Facts.

May 28, 2021.Reading time 2 minutes.

26 May 2021. Introduction: Environmental DNA (eDNA) of Argentine Ant was successfully detected by researchers. It was detected in surface soil samples collected from Kobe Port Island and Kyoto’s Fushimi District. Facts: Both the areas have faced huge destruction caused by this invasive species called Argentine Ant. Invasive ant species causing severe damage across the […]

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Endangered African violet plant discovered in Mizoram.

May 28, 2021.Reading time 2 minutes.

26 May 2021. Introduction: A new species of plant, called African violet, was discovered by Indian Institute of Science education and research (IISER), Bhopal. Highlights: African violet is found in parts of Mizoram and adjoining areas in Myanmar. This discovery has given a platform for northeast in biodiversity which is still understudied and undiscovered. Discovery […]

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Govt to set up National Mission on use of Biomass.

May 28, 2021.Reading time 2 minutes.

25 May 2021. Introduction:  ‘National Mission on use of Biomass’ in coal based thermal power plants has been proposed by Union Ministry of Power. This decision was taken to address issue of air pollution caused due to farm stubble-burning. National Mission on use of Biomass Mission will reduce carbon footprints of thermal power generation. It […]

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