About The ORON Aircraft
Context: Israel’s Defense Ministry and the Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) recently announced they completed two years of outfitting the ORON aircraft with advanced intelligence-gathering technology. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology About ORON Aircraft: The ORON Aircraft is an advanced Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) mission aircraft developed collaboratively by the Israeli Defence Ministry’s Directorate […]
About The Nabhmitra Device
Context: Recently, the ISRO-Space Applications Centre (Ahmedabad) successfully tested the Nabhmitra device at Neendakara. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Nabhmitra Device: The Nabhmitra device is a specialized satellite-based communication system designed to enhance the safety of fishermen during their maritime activities. Developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), this innovative technology offers several key […]
C-DOT’s TRINETRA
Context: Recently, the Minister of State for Communications, Government of India, launched the TRINETRA Security system at the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) campus in New Delhi. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenegs Dimensions of the Article: C-DOT’s TRINETRA Key Facts about Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT): -Source: Indian Express, PIB
RTI Online Portal Data Loss and Maintenance
Context: The Union government’s RTI Online portal has experienced data loss, including past applications and responses, highlighting challenges in maintaining accountability under the RTI Act. The portal is currently undergoing maintenance to restore the missing archival data. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Right to Information (RTI) Act Challenges and Concerns […]
Ultra Processed Food
Context: A recent report by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations revealed that India’s Ultra-Processed Food Sector witnessed a significant Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 13.37% in retail sales value between 2011 and 2021. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Ultra-Processed Food Definition […]
About The Global South
Context: Recently, External Affairs Minister said that the disruptions caused by the corona virus pandemic and recent geopolitical conflicts call for a realignment of the world order. He said that the “Global South” can no longer be at the mercy of a few suppliers. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Understanding the […]
Current Affairs Quiz 29 August 2023
Current Affairs 29 August 2023
CONTENTS Global South Context: Recently, External Affairs Minister said that the disruptions caused by the corona virus pandemic and recent geopolitical conflicts call for a realignment of the world order. He said that the “Global South” can no longer be at the mercy of a few suppliers. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: […]
About The Exercise Bright Star-23
Context: Recently, an Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent departed to participate in Exercise BRIGHT STAR-23, scheduled to be held at Cairo (West) Air Base, Egypt, from 27 August to 16 September 2023. Relevance: Facts for Prelims EXERCISE BRIGHT STAR-23
About The Khanan Prahari
Context: The Ministry of Coal has launched the Khanan Prahari mobile app, revolutionizing the fight against illicit coal mining activities. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Khanan Prahari: Empowering Citizens Against Illegal Mining Key Features: Status of Coal Mining in India Historical Evolution: