Current Affairs - National - Discussion

SKUAST-K an Agricultural University at Shalimar, Srinagar, in Kashmir has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in animal biotechnology by developing India’s first gene-edited sheep. This advancement was accomplished using CRISPR-Cas9 technology, a powerful tool for precise gene editing. The research team, led by Riaz Ahmad Shah, has previously made headlines for cloning India’s first Pashmina goat, 'Noori', back in 2012. This new development further cements the university’s position at the forefront of animal genetics research and showcases India’s growing capabilities in advanced biotechnological innovations.