Great Indian Bustard
Context: The Supreme Court of India sought an update April 1, 2022 from the committee formed for making power lines underground in Rajasthan and Gujarat ordered a year ago. The habitat of the state bird of Rajasthan — the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) or Godavan — is under threat due to the zigzag web of high-tension power […]
Why Sowing Maize In Spring Is Not A Good Choice For Punjab Farmers
Context: As per the initial field report of the Punjab Agriculture department, around 35,000 hectares (86,450 acres) are being used for the cultivation of spring/summer maize. Utilizing more area for maize cultivation is always a welcome move in a state like Punjab where maize is seen as an alternative to the water-guzzling paddy crop. But […]
About PM Kisan
The Prime Minister has said that PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and other schemes related to agriculture are giving new strength to crores of farmers of our country. Underlining the strength of farmers, he said that when farmers become stronger, the nation prospers. Relevance: GS II- Welfare Schemes Dimensions of the Article: About PM KISAN Some […]
Withdraw Cash From an ATM Through UPI
Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed to make cardless cash withdrawal facility available at all ATMs, irrespective of banks, through the Unified Payment Interface (UPI), one of the key decisions made by the RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: What is Unified Payments Interface (UPI)? […]
Current Affairs Quiz 11 April 2022
Current Affairs 11 April 2022
CONTENTS Withdrawing cash from an ATM through UPI Why sowing maize in spring is not a good choice for Punjab farmers Great Indian Bustard PM Kisan Withdraw Cash From an ATM Through UPI Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed to make cardless cash withdrawal facility available at all ATMs, irrespective of banks, […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 11 April 2022
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 11 April 2022 Contents India’s role in a disordered world Getting serious about supporting the care economy India’s Role In A Disordered World Context New Delhi can play an important role in shaping a new and more democratic world order which today stands divided more than ever. Relevance GS-II: Bilateral, Regional […]
PIB Summaries 11 April 2022
CONTENTS Jal Jeevan Mission Pinaka Rocket System Jal Jeevan Mission Focus: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Why in News? The Prime Minister has said that Jal Jeevan Mission is giving new impetus to the development of the country. He also said that in less than last 3 years, the water has reached the crores […]
Jal Jeevan Mission
Focus: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Why in News? The Prime Minister has said that Jal Jeevan Mission is giving new impetus to the development of the country. He also said that in less than last 3 years, the water has reached the crores of home which is a great example of public aspirations […]
Pinaka Rocket System
Focus: GS III- Science and Technology (developments and their applications and effects in everyday life) Why in News? Pinaka Mk-I (Enhanced) Rocket System (EPRS) and Pinaka Area Denial Munition (ADM) rocket systems have been successfully flight-tested by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Army at Pokhran Firing Ranges. Details: A total of 24 […]