India’s first Tribal Genome Sequencing Project
▪ Gujarat has launched India’s first Tribal Genome Sequencing Project to improve tribal healthcare.
▪ It will sequence the genomes of 2,000 individuals from tribal communities across 17 districts in the State.
▪ The initiative will focus on early detection and targeted treatment of genetic disorders such as
sickle cell anaemia, thalassaemia, and certain hereditary cancers.
▪ The genetic data collected will also be used to identify markers related to natural immunity and support the development of personalised healthcare solutions.
India’s Clean Energy Progress
▪ As of June 30, 2025, 50% of India’s installed electricity capacity (out of 484 GW) comes from
non-fossil fuel sources.
▪ Achieved 5 years ahead of target set under India’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to the Paris Agreement.
▪ However, actual electricity supplied from clean energy sources is still below 30% (28% between April 2024–May 2025).
▪ Despite 50% installed capacity, only 28% of actual electricity generation (April 2024 – May
2025) came from clean energy.
▪ In 2014-15, clean energy contributed 17% to actual electricity generation.
▪ The “capacity utilisation factor” (CUF) – A measure of how much available energy was usable.
▪ Solar has CUF of approximately 20% and wind around 25-30%, compared to coal’s 60% or
nuclear’s 80%.
World’s First Rain Museum
▪ The world’s first Rain Museum is being built in Mawsynram, Meghalaya, known as the wettest
place on Earth.
▪ The ₹35 crore project aims to celebrate the region’s unique relationship with rain and its impact on local culture, traditions, and ecology
▪ The museum will feature interactive exhibits, live rain simulations, and cultural installations, offering a blend of science, art, and local culture.
