Ice Age Wolf Meal Yields First Woolly Rhino Genome
Scientists have recovered the first genome of a woolly rhino from a 14,400-year-old bone fragment eaten by an Ice Age wolf, offering new insights into this extinct species.
Scientists have recovered the first genome of a woolly rhino from a 14,400-year-old bone fragment eaten by an Ice Age wolf, offering new insights into this extinct species.
Indian scientists develop indigenous, low-cost genome editing technology using 'jumping genes' to create resilient crops, bypassing costly CRISPR patents and aiming to secure India's agricultural future.
India may soon approve its first genome-edited mustard, promising higher oil output. This follows the release of gene-edited rice and marks a strategic shift in agricultural biotechnology. Read more.
Dr Abhijit Dixit highlights India's genetic medicine revolution, gaps in infrastructure, and urgent need for newborn screening and data privacy laws. Read more.
Comprehensive UPSC current affairs coverage for November 17-23, 2025. Key updates on COP30 outcomes, G20 summit, indigenous genome editing technology, and environmental developments for competitive exam preparation.
ICAR patents indigenous TnpB gene editing technology, offering a miniature alternative to CRISPR. This breakthrough promises cheaper, IP-free GE crop development for Indian farmers.