Why India is Warming Slower than the World
Context The world’s yearly mean temperature is reported to have risen by 1.1 degrees Celsius compared to the norm between 1850 and 1900. However, as is to be expected, this growth is not constant. varied geographical areas and seasons have varied effects on it. Relevance: GS Paper-3: Biodiversity, and Environment Mains Question Examine the causes of […]
India’s Strategic Nuclear Gamble Worked
Context Relevance: GS Paper-3: Achievements of Indians in Science & Technology; Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology; Nuclear Technology Mains Question Why were the nuclear tests so significant at the time for India? What modifications has the nuclear testing made to India? (250 Words) Key Highlights: Why were the examinations so crucial at the time […]
About Gaza Strip
Context: The recent air strikes by Israel in the Gaza strip have killed 13 Palestinians. Three of them are commanders of the militant group Islamic Jihad. Relevance: Places in News About Gaza Strip Governance: Boycott: -Source: The Hindu
iDrone Initiative
Context: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has successfully conducted a trial run of delivery of blood bags by drones under its iDrone initiative. Relevance: Facts for Prelims iDrone Initiative for Medical Supply Delivery -Source: The Hindu
About Monkeypox Virus
Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) declared that mpox no longer constitutes a global health emergency, almost exactly a year after the disease formerly known as monkeypox started spreading globally. Relevance: GS II-Health Dimensions of the Article: About Monkeypox virus Zoonotic disease Transmission: Symptoms and treatment Treatment: -Source: The Hindu
Coal Mines (Nationalisation) Act 1973
Context: The counsel for the Competition Commission of India (CCI) recently said in the Supreme Court that the Coal Mines (Nationalisation) Act, 1973, does not protect Coal India Ltd (CIL) from the competition laws. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Main Features of Coal Mines (Nationalisation) Act, 1973: Exceptions to the […]
India Makes Changes to Its Money Laundering Law
Context: India has taken steps to update its money laundering law, the Prevention of Money-Laundering Act (PMLA), in order to address potential gaps ahead of its upcoming assessment by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Changes Made Under the PMLA The Indian government has made […]
Potential of STP sludge in Ganga River cleanup efforts
Context: The sludge from Indian sewage treatment plants (STPs) is significant in treating polluted water from the Ganga River. A recent study highlights the potential of this sludge as a fertilizer and biofuel. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Details: What is Sludge? Treatment and Classification: Sludge Disposal in India: Main […]
About Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
Context: The European Union (EU) has announced that its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will be introduced in its transitional phase from October 2023, which will levy a carbon tax on imports of products made from the processes which are not Environmentally sustainable or non-Green. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: CBAM […]
YUVA PRATIBHA – Culinary Talent Hunt
Focus: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Why in News? MyGov, in collaboration with Institute of Hotel Management, Pusa will launch – YUVA PRATIBHA – Culinary Talent Hunt on May 13, 2023. About YUVA PRATIBHA – Culinary Talent: