Full explanation of National Security Act, 1980. We also explain features, criticism, punishment and legal recourse under NSA. It is a preventive detention act.
Vaccination: Meaning, Definition and List of Most Important Vaccines
What exactly is a vaccine? How it protects us and which was the first vaccine developed? We also list world’s most important vaccines in the history of mankind.
Which State does Delhi Belong to? What are New Delhi, NCT and NCR?
Confused about the status of Delhi and New Delhi? Let’s learn which state does Delhi belong to and what are National Capital Territory (NCT) and Region (NCR).
MPLADS: Meaning, Features and Funds Available Under This Scheme
Learn the meaning and key features of Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS). Currently Rs. 5 crores are available to each MP under this scheme.
What is Consolidated Fund of India? Meaning and Key Features
Have you ever wondered where the salary of President of India, Prime Minister, Chief Justice etc. come from? Let’s learn about Consolidated Fund of India!
Virus vs Bacteria: Differences Between These Microscopic Entities
Learn the basic differences between virus and bacteria in terms of their structure, infectiousness, diseases and examples in a tabular form. Here’s the virus vs bacteria study!
List of Disease Causing Viruses, Their Transmission Mode and Prevention
List of important viruses that cause diseases among human beings. We also list the virus transmission modes and how to prevent these diseases.
What is a Virus? Let’s Learn its Structure and Life Cycle
Learn about the structure of a virus. In this article we also discuss the life cycle of a virus which involves infection, replication and further spread. Some viruses (like SARS-CoV-2 and HIV) cause diseases.
Tablighi Jamaat Ijtema at Nizamuddin Markaz Masjid
Tablighi Jamaat Ijtema organized at Nizamuddin Markaz mosque is at the center of coronavirus infections and covid-19 spread in India with over a thousand cases.
Disaster Management Act, 2005: Key Features
Learn about the key features, penalties under Disaster Management Act 2005. Also know the structure and roles of the NDMA, SDMA and DDMA.
Essential Commodities Act, 1955: Features and Penalties
Learn about the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 and why it has been in news during the coronavirus crisis. We also discuss its features and penalties under it
Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA), 1968: Features and Penalties
Learn about the features of Essential Services Maintenance Act 1968. Also know what are the services under ESMA and the definition of “strike”, and what penalties can be imposed on violators.
Epidemic Disease Act, 1897: Features and Limitations
Learn about the salient features and limitations of the Epidemic Disease Act 1897 of India. This act has been invoked to fight the coronavirus / covid-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus / Covid-19: Questions and Answers
Important details about coronavirus and covid-19 like origin, first case, mortality rate, xenophobia, vaccines, treatment, r-naught, celebrities affected etc.
Covid-19 Stimulus Package of Rs 1.70 Lakh Crore from Indian Government
Learn about the Rs. 1.70 lakh crore relief package announced by the Government of India to fight the coronavirus / covid-19 epidemic under PMGKY Yojna.
What is PM-CARES Fund: How to Make Donations
Learn what is PM-CARES fund and how to donate to this national emergency fund setup by the Prime Minister of India.
Free PDF Books of NBT India under StayHomeIndiaWithBooks Initiative
National Book Trust, India has launched the #StayHomeIndiaWithBooks scheme. NBT India is offering free PDF books in many languages for download.
Who is Dr. Anthony Fauci?
Dr. Anthony Stephen Fauci is a well accomplished American immunologist. In his absence from the Presidential briefing #WhereIsDrFauci trended on Twitter.
Coronavirus: Myths, Rumours and True Facts
Learn about the truth of common myths and rumours related with coronavirus and COVID-19. This study of myth vs. truth is very important in fight against coronavirus.
Coronavirus / COVID-19 Pandemic: World Updates
See coronavirus updates from China, Italy, USA, Spain, France, Iran and India including number of cases, number of recoveries, number of deaths and other data.
What is R Naught Value of Coronavirus?
Learn about what is R-naught value and what it is used for. We also discuss how r-naught value is calculated and what is the r-naught value of coronavirus.