NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR)
Context: The ‘NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar’ (NISAR) is poised to facilitate the exploration of how shifts in Earth’s forest and wetland ecosystems impact the global carbon cycle and influence climate change. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) NISAR’s Unique Specifications Contributions NASA and ISRO’s Involvement Mission […]
Ming Dynasty
Context: A book that drew comparisons between an inept Chinese emperor of the Ming dynasty and President Xi Jinping was recently recalled in China. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Ming Dynasty Founding and Capital Governmental Structure Achievements Collapse -Source: Hindustan Times
Challenges in India’s Transition to Green Hydrogen: Pollution Concerns
Context: A study by the environmental think-tank Climate Risk Horizons (CRH) warns that India’s shift to green hydrogen production could lead to increased pollution unless measures are taken to control fossil fuel emissions during the process. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What is Green Hydrogen? Green Hydrogen Importance Current Challenges […]
About The Talagirishwara Temple
Context: Neglect has taken a heavy toll on the 1,300-year-old Pallava period paintings at Talagirishwara temple at Panamalai in Villupuram district of Tamil Nadu. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: About Talagirishwara Temple Location: Construction: Features: Paintings in Talagirishwara Temple -Source: The Hindu
5T Initiative Overviews
Context: The 5T initiative in Odisha is a governance model that stands for Teamwork, Transparency, Technology, Time, and Transformation, launched with the aim of improving governance and ensuring efficient delivery of public services. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: 5T Initiative Overview: Teamwork: Transparency: Technology: Time: Transformation: Achievements of the 5T […]
About the Rashtriya Gokul Mission
Context: After nearly a decade of the Rashtriya Gokul Mission, it has become evident that the scheme, initially aimed at enhancing the quality of various indigenous cattle breeds, has primarily focused on promoting a single breed, the Gir cow, throughout the country. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About the […]
UN General Assembly Passes Resolution on Gaza Conflict
Context: The United Nations General Assembly has approved a resolution, with 120 countries in favor, that calls for an immediate humanitarian truce between Israel and Hamas. The resolution also demands aid access to Gaza. Notably, 14 countries, including Israel and the United States, voted against the resolution, while 45 countries, including India, abstained from voting. […]
Shaping up India-South Korea Relationship
Context: South Korea, with its innovative spirit, can actively participate in India’s ambitious endeavors to modernize its ports, develop a sustainable blue economy, and promote environmentally friendly green shipping initiatives. Relevance: GS2- IR-Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Mains Question: South Korea with its pertinent pioneering streak can […]
Time and Change On the three Criminal Codes
Context: The parliamentary committee seems to be nearing the finalization of its report on the three Bills designed to replace the current criminal laws. The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs has delayed the adoption of the draft report due to requests from Opposition members who want more time to review it. Relevance: GS2- Polity […]
About Atal Bhujal Yojana
Context: Recently, the 5th meeting of the National Level Steering Committee (NLSC) of Atal Bhujal Yojana (ATAL JAL) was held to review the overall progress of the scheme. Relevance: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Atal Bhujal Yojana: Significance of the scheme Aims of the scheme: Implementation of the scheme: