About The Equal Contrast Technique (ECT)
Context: Recently, scientists developed a new methodology, called Equal Contrast Technique (ECT), to analyse Sun images in white light, which can help prevent temporal and latitudinal variations in observations related to instrument and sky conditions. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Key Points: Significance: Magnetogram -Source: The Hindu, PIB
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) Virus
Context: A rare mosquito-borne virus, Eastern equine encephalitis, was recently reported in the US states of Alabama and New York. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) Virus: Transmission: Fatality Rate: Contagiousness: Symptoms: Treatment: -Source: Hindustan Times
About The S-400 Air Defence Missile System
Context: Ukraine recently said it destroyed a Russian S-400 anti-aircraft system on the Crimean peninsula, which Russia annexed in 2014. Relevance: GS III: Defence Dimensions of the Article: About S-400 Air Defence Missile System: Here are its key features: -Source: Times of India
About The Katchatheevu Island
Context: Recently, the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister revived the debate over the Katchatheevu, a longstanding point of contention between India and Sri Lanka, particularly with regard to fishing rights and sovereignty over the uninhabited island. Relevance: Places in News Dimensions of the Article: Highlights of the Katchatheevu Issue: -Source: The Hindu
About The National Curriculum Framework
Context: Recently, the final National Curriculum Framework (NCF) was released by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), leading to significant reforms in the education system, led by the principles of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the National Curriculum Framework (NCF): […]
Northern Sea Route
Context: Murmansk, popularly called the capital of the Arctic region and the beginning point of the Northern Sea Route (NSR), is witnessing the rising trend of Indian involvement in cargo traffic. In the first seven months of 2023, India got the lion’s share with 35% of eight million tonnes of cargo handled by the Murmansk […]
About The ASTRA Missile
Context: Recently, Tejas, Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) LSP-7 successfully fired the ASTRA off the coast of Goa on August 23, 2023. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: ASTRA Missile: Key Features of LCA Tejas:
India Post Payments Bank
Context: India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) has marked a significant milestone in the world of banking services with its continued profit streak, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable financial inclusion and citizen empowerment. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy About India Post Payments Bank (IPPB)
Current Affairs Quiz 25 August 2023
Current Affairs 25 August 2023
CONTENTS Northern Sea Route Context: Murmansk, popularly called the capital of the Arctic region and the beginning point of the Northern Sea Route (NSR), is witnessing the rising trend of Indian involvement in cargo traffic. In the first seven months of 2023, India got the lion’s share with 35% of eight million tonnes of cargo […]