Burmagomphus Chaukulensis
Context: Recently, a rare dragonfly, Burmagomphus chaukulensis was spotted in Kerala. Relevance: GS II- Species in News Key Findings This is a dragonfly of genus Burmagomphus, which is represented by three species – B. Cauvericus, B. Pyramidalis and B. Laidlawi. While B. laidlawi is found throughout the Western Ghats, B. cauvericus is more restricted in its distribution. B. pyramidalis is found in the Western […]
Chambal River
Context: Recently, the Madhya Pradesh government has proposed to open 292 hectares for mining in five stretches on Chambal and its tributary Parvati rivers. The decision was made to relieve the forest department of the burden of spending too much time, money, and effort battling illegal mining in the National Chambal Sanctuary. Since 2006, sand mining has been […]
Summer Solstice
Context: 21st June is the day of the Summer Solstice in the northern hemisphere. Relevance: GS I- Geography Dimensions of the Article: About Summer Solstice Why do we have summer solstice? About Summer Solstice In Latin, solstice means “the sun stands motionless” For those residing north of the Equator, June 21 will be the longest day […]
WHO World Mental Health Report
Context: Recently the World Health Organization (WHO) released the World Mental Health Report. Relevance: GS II- Health Dimensions of the Article: Highlights of the report What is Mental health? Challenges related to Mental Health World Health Organization (WHO) Highlights of the report WHO has called for more action to be taken to address mental health […]
Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme
Context: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has extended the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for telecom by one year, and has amended the scheme to raise the incentive rate by an additional 1 per cent, aimed towards incentivising design-led manufacturing in the sector. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Details What is a […]
Renewables 2022 Global Status Report
Context: Recently the Renewables 2022 Global Status Report (GSR 2022) was released by REN21 (Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century). Relevance: GS III- Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About Renewables 2022 Global Status Report (GSR 2022) Global Overview of the report India’s Performance About Renewables 2022 Global Status Report (GSR 2022) […]
Current Affairs 22 June 2022
CONTENTS Renewables 2022 Global Status Report Production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme World Mental Health Report: WHO Summer Solstice Chambal River Burmagomphus chaukulensis Renewables 2022 Global Status Report Context: Recently the Renewables 2022 Global Status Report (GSR 2022) was released by REN21 (Renewable Energy Policy Network for the 21st Century). Relevance: GS III- Environment and Ecology Dimensions […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 June 2022
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 22 June 2022 Contents A wish list for reform in India’s higher judiciary It is time India plans a hub airport flight path A Wish List for Reform in India’s Higher Judiciary Context Speculations are that the age of retirement of Supreme Court of India judges is to be increased to […]
8th International Day of Yoga (IDY-2022)
Focus: Facts for prelims Why in News? On 21st June, the eighth edition of International Day of Yoga (IDY) was observed across the world in solidarity. IDY-2022 In the spirit of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav as the country celebrates 75th year of independence, International Yoga Day celebrations were held at 75 prominent Heritage spots across […]
One Nation One Ration Card
Focus: GS III-Food Security Why in News? Assam has become the 36th State/UT to implement One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC). With this, the ONORC plan is successfully implemented in all the 36 states/UTs, making food security portable throughout the country. About One Nation One Ration Card Nodal: Ministry of Finance One Nation One Ration Card System […]