19^th September 2019

 

Topic:- Start-Ups

 

News:- IIT-Mandi Catalyst shortlists 60 startups for aid.

 

Context:-IIT-Mandi Catalyst, the first technology-based incubator in Himachal Pradesh, concluded the third edition of its annual flagship event, Himalayan Startup Trek (HST), on September 14 and 15 at Kamand.

 

Aim:-

• The event aims at bringing together stakeholders of the startup ecosystem and provided young entrepreneurs with a platform to express their ideas for incubation support and fundraising.

(Source:- The Tribune)

 

 

Topic:- Farmers

 

News:-Farmers to get merino sheep.

 

Context:- Rural Development and Animal Husbandry Minister Virender Kanwar today said the government had decided to provide merino sheep to sheep-rearing farmers.

 

About Merino Sheep:-

• The Merino is one of the most historically relevant and economically influential breeds of sheep, much prized for its wool.

 

• Origin: Spain

 

• Scientific name: Ovis aries

(Source:- The Tribune)

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QUIZ:-

 

Question 1:- What is the origin country of Merino Sheep?

1. Switzerland
2. Spain
3. Italy
4. Germany

 

 

Answer:-

• Q1:- 2