Lyme Disease
A case of Lyme disease was reported in Ernakulam district of Kerala
- Pathogen – Bacteria Borrelia Burgdorferi and Borrelia Mayonii
- Infects humans by – Bite of deer ticks (or black-legged ticks).
- Treatment – Doxycycline or Amoxicillin Antibiotics
- Regions affected – USA, Europe and some parts of Asia
Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA)
DIANA Initiative Board approved a proposal to establish an accelerator and two test centers in Finland.
- Established by – North Atlantic Treaty Organization(NATO)
- Aim – To find and accelerate dual-use innovation capacity across NATO
- Members – All NATO nations are members of DIANA.
Darien Gap
Darien Gap has emerged as one of the world’s most dangerous and fastest-growing border crossings for illegal immigration.
- Darien Gap – Connects Northern Colombia and Southern Panama.
- Part of – Isthmus of Panama
- Isthmus – A narrow piece of land, with water on each side, that joins two larger pieces of land.
Pandavula Gutta
Geological Survey of India (GSI) emphasises preserving Geo Heritage Site at Pandavula Gutta
- Pandavula Gutta – Features prehistoric rock paintings
- Location – Telangana
- Features –
- Older than the Himalayan hills
- Have rock pianitings of Green, red, yellow and white pigments.
- Paintings have swastika symbols, circles and squares, and animals like Bison, Antelope, Tiger, Leopard
Avaana Sustainability Fund (ASF)
Avaana Sustainability Fund (ASF) approved by Green Climate Fund
- ASF – A venture Capital fund
- Launched by – Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)
- Aim – To invest in early-stage climate technology companies
- Objectives –
- Investing in low-carbon and climate-resilient businesses
- Adding value for climate and sustainability leaders etc.