New species: Incendiamoeba cascadensis is a new species of amoeba. Discovery: Found in the geothermal streams of Lassen Volcanic National Park, California, USA. Name: Means “fire amoeba from the Cascade mountain range.” Heat tolerance: Can reproduce at 145°F (63°C). Can remain mobile at around 147°F (64°C). Can recover after brief exposure to about 158°F (70°C),…
UPSC Prelims Current Affairs for 28 September 2026
UPSC Prelims Current Affairs for 28 September 2026 brings together the news items of the day that map to the Prelims syllabus — polity, economy, environment, science and technology, and international relations. Each item is written as a factual pointer you can revise quickly, with the static-syllabus link made explicit so the reading feeds directly into your Prelims notes.
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OneSCD
OneSCD: A global partnership to advance equity and transform Sickle Cell Care. Nature: Multilateral coordination mechanism. Purpose: Strengthen and support existing country-led Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) programmes. Scale proven approaches to care. Improve access to prevention, diagnosis, treatment and continuing care. Hosted by: Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Co-organised with: UNICEF WHO Africa…
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