The Question of Palestine’s UN Membership
Context: Israel’s conflict with Gaza has sparked numerous ethical, political, and diplomatic debates. A notable diplomatic issue drawing significant attention is Palestine’s renewed bid for United Nations (UN) membership. Ironically, this bid is stalled at the UN Security Council (UNSC), primarily due to the geopolitical considerations of the United States. The U.S. contends that membership should follow, not precede, […]
Overview of INS Kiltan
Context: Indian Naval Ship Kiltan arrived at Muara, Brunei and was accorded a warm welcome by the Royal Brunei Navy. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Overview of INS Kiltan Key Features: Innovative Superstructure: Advanced Weaponry & Sensors: Armaments:
High Inflation in Pulses Strains Consumers and Impacts Self-Sufficiency Goals
Context: Pulses recorded an annual retail inflation of 16.84% in April 2024, exacerbating consumer hardship, especially since pulses are seldom distributed through the public distribution system (PDS). Food inflation pressures, driven by an El Niño event and an election year, have reversed the nation’s progress towards achieving near self-sufficiency in pulse production. Relevance: GS III: […]
PIB Summaries 29 May 2024
CONTENTS High Inflation in Pulses Strains Consumers and Impacts Self-Sufficiency Goals Context: Pulses recorded an annual retail inflation of 16.84% in April 2024, exacerbating consumer hardship, especially since pulses are seldom distributed through the public distribution system (PDS). Food inflation pressures, driven by an El Niño event and an election year, have reversed the nation’s […]
Static Quiz 29 May 2024 (Indian Economy)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 May 2024
CONTENTS The Question of Palestine’s UN Membership Context: Israel’s conflict with Gaza has sparked numerous ethical, political, and diplomatic debates. A notable diplomatic issue drawing significant attention is Palestine’s renewed bid for United Nations (UN) membership. Ironically, this bid is stalled at the UN Security Council (UNSC), primarily due to the geopolitical considerations of the […]