First Mushroom Scientist BSI, Dr Kanad Das has been appointed as Director of Botanical Survey of India. Learn about his contributions to mycology, fungal research, and biodiversity conservation. 🧠 India Appoints First Mushroom Scientist as Director of Botanical Survey of India (BSI) Introduction: A Historic Appointment in Indian Mycology In a significant development for Indian…
Ayush Ministry signs two MoUs in August 2025 to conserve rare medicinal plants using tissue culture and launch a national herbal garden at AIIMS Delhi. Learn its exam relevance here. Ayush Ministry Signs Two Landmark MoUs to Boost Medicinal Plant Conservation Conserving India’s Botanical Heritage On August 4, 2025, the Ministry of Ayush formalized two…
New Species of Genus Curcuma Discovered in Nagaland Discovery of a New Species In a significant botanical breakthrough, scientists have identified a new species of the genus Curcuma in Nagaland, India. This newly discovered species, named Curcuma nagalensis, was found in the lush forests of the region, which are known for their rich biodiversity. The…
