Tuesday, 2 December 2025

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 Welcome to Youth-On-Plus

  • Youth-On-Plus is an important platform for all young people.

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About us:

  • The name itself includes the word 'Youth,' indicating that this platform is created exclusively for the youth. In today’s world, about 15% of young people are unemployed, and in India, around 9–10% of youth are unemployed. As a result, job opportunities are decreasing while youth unemployment continues to rise.
  • As a result, the socio-economic structure is weakening. As a solution and a small idea that can contribute toward addressing this issue, the Youth-On-Plus app has been developed as a helpful platform.
  • Background
  • Skilled youth are becoming unemployed day by day. Even though they possess talent and abilities, they do not get employment opportunities. As a result, their economic and social life is affected. Therefore, the level of development has become uneven. There is economic inequality across the entire country, and one of the main reasons for this is unemployment.
  • If everyone becomes economically strong, economic equality will be established, the economic condition of our country will improve, and the standard of development will be maintained, which will ultimately improve the quality of life.

Thursday, 16 October 2025

Embrace Wellness with Organic Millets

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Embrace Wellness with Organic Millets

(Review of BlissGrain Harmony: https://blissgrainharmony.in/)

Welcome to Bliss Grain Harmony — where tradition meets health. Our organic millet products—whether it’s jowar toast, bajra chivda, millet cookies, or multigrain blends—are not just delicious; they’re packed with powerful nutrition that supports your body from the inside out.

Nutritional Benefits of Organic Millets 

  • High in Dietary Fiber & Gut Health: Millets are rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber, helping regulate digestion, support beneficial gut bacteria, and reduce risks of colorectal and digestive disorders.
  • Low Glycemic Index & Blood Sugar Management: The slow-digesting carbohydrates and fiber in millets slow down glucose release. This makes millet-based foods suitable for people managing diabetes or insulin resistance.
  • Rich in Essential Minerals & Micronutrients: Millets contain iron, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, and B-vitamins (niacin, folate, thiamine). For example, finger millet is exceptionally high in calcium.

Thursday, 27 February 2025

Summer Training: Scientific Institutes in India, scope and applications (Dr. Prashant B Kale)

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Summer Training in Scientific Institutes in India

(Dr. Prashant B Kale)

Definition:
Summer training programs in scientific institutes in India provide undergraduate and postgraduate students with hands-on experience in research. These programs introduce students to laboratory techniques, scientific methodologies, and ongoing research projects, helping them develop critical thinking and technical skills.

Opportunities in India:

Several premier institutes in India offer summer research fellowships and training programs, such as:

  1. Indian Academy of Sciences (IAS) Summer Research Fellowship – For undergraduate and postgraduate students to work under renowned scientists.
  2. Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) Summer Research Fellowship – Offers training in biology, chemistry, and physics.
  3. Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISERs) Summer Internship – Open to students from science and engineering backgrounds.
  4. Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Laboratories – Various CSIR labs (NCL, NIO, NBRI, etc.) offer summer training programs.
  5. Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Summer Research Program – Offers research experience in different science and engineering disciplines.
  6. National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) and Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) Summer Training – Focuses on biological research.
  7. BARC Summer Training Program – Focuses on nuclear science and engineering research.
  8. Regional Agricultural Universities and ICAR Institutes – Offer summer internships in biotechnology, genetics, and agricultural research.

Scope and Importance of Summer Training in Scientific Institutes:

  • Enhances practical knowledge and laboratory skills.

Thursday, 20 February 2025

Plants as Factories: Revolutionizing Human Requirements through Molecular Farming

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Plants as Factories: Revolutionizing Human Requirements through Molecular Farming

Introduction

The idea of using plants as biological factories to produce essential human requirements is no longer a distant dream. With advances in molecular farming,

genetically engineered plants are now capable of producing proteins, enzymes, and other biomolecules that were previously sourced from animals or industrial processes. This breakthrough has opened up possibilities for sustainable food production, pharmaceuticals, and bio-materials, promising a future where agriculture and biotechnology converge to meet human needs efficiently and ethically.

The Science Behind Molecular Farming

Molecular farming involves the genetic modification of plants to produce substances they do not naturally synthesize. Unlike traditional genetic modification, which focuses on improving traits such as drought resistance or yield, molecular farming transforms plants into bio-factories for producing specific proteins, growth factors, vaccines, and more. By inserting desired genes into plant genomes, scientists can cultivate crops that express valuable biomolecules, reducing dependence on conventional production methods.

Success Stories in Molecular Farming

1. Dairy Proteins from Potatoes

Israeli startup Finally Foods has successfully engineered potatoes to produce casein, a primary protein in cow’s milk.

Friday, 7 February 2025

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 कृष्णा फळ (पॅशन फ्रूट) - सविस्तर लेख 

(प्रशांत काळे,  श्रीराम मिरजकर)

**कृष्णा फळ (पॅशन फ्रूट): पोषणमूल्यांचा खजिना**  

कृष्णा फळ, आपल्या अनोख्या चवीनं आणि समृद्ध पोषणमूल्यांमुळे, संपूर्ण जगभरात लोकप्रिय होत आहे. हे फळ केवळ स्वादिष्ट नसून आरोग्यासाठीही अत्यंत लाभदायक आहे. उष्णकटिबंधीय प्रदेशात नैसर्गिकरित्या वाढणाऱ्या या फळाची लागवड आता व्यावसायिक स्तरावर मोठ्या प्रमाणात केली जाते. यामध्ये जीवनसत्त्वे, खनिजे, अँटिऑक्सिडंट्स मुबलक प्रमाणात आढळतात, त्यामुळे हे फळ हृदयसंबंधी विकार, मधुमेह आणि रोगप्रतिकारशक्ती वाढवण्यासाठी उपयुक्त ठरते. या लेखात आपण कृष्णा फळाची उत्पत्ती, विविधता, लागवडीच्या आधुनिक तंत्रज्ञानापासून ते बाजारपेठेतील मागणीपर्यंत सविस्तर माहिती जाणून घेणार आहोत.


१. उत्पत्ती केंद्र (Centre of Origin)

कृष्णा फळ (Passion Fruit) हे मूळचे दक्षिण अमेरिकेतील ब्राझील, पराग्वे आणि अर्जेंटिना या प्रदेशातील आहे. या ठिकाणी नैसर्गिकरित्या मोठ्या प्रमाणावर त्याची लागवड आढळते.

Saturday, 25 January 2025

Empowering Women for a Progressive and Sustainable India (Dr. Prashant Kale)

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 Empowering Women for a Progressive and Sustainable India

(Dr. Prashant Kale)

Women's empowerment is a cornerstone for creating a progressive and sustainable society. As we navigate through the 21st century, the collective efforts of individuals, communities, and governments are pivotal in enhancing the roles and opportunities for women. This article delves into the thematic areas essential for fostering women's empowerment in India, supported by case studies and innovative approaches.

1. Women in Leadership and Governance

Leadership positions enable women to influence policies and decision-making processes. However, the representation of women in governance and leadership roles in India remains underwhelming.

Case Study: Women Leaders in Panchayati Raj


The Panchayati Raj system has provided a platform for rural women to engage in governance. For instance, the state of Rajasthan has witnessed women sarpanches initiating water conservation projects and improving local infrastructure.

Thursday, 23 January 2025

Basic Helix-Loop-Helix (bHLH) Transcription Factors: Role in Plant Development

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Basic Helix-Loop-Helix (bHLH) Transcription Factors: Role in Plant Development

(Dr. PB Kale and Monali Ther)

Abstract

Basic Helix-Loop-Helix (bHLH) transcription factors (TFs) constitute one of the largest and most diverse families of TFs in plants, regulating various biological processes essential for plant growth, development, and stress responses. This article explores the structural features of bHLH TFs, their classification, and their diverse roles in plant development, including cell differentiation, organ formation, hormone signaling, and response to environmental cues. The significance of bHLH TFs in crop improvement and future research directions are also discussed.

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