About SIM Swapping Scam
Context: Google Fi wireless has introduced a security feature called ‘Number Lock’. This new feature empowers users to take control and prevent a growing cybersecurity threat – SIM swapping. Relevance: GS III: Security challenges SIM Swapping Scam The SIM swapping scam is a sophisticated form of fraud that exploits vulnerabilities in the telecom system to […]
Climate Resilient Agriculture
Context: Recently, the Union government is planning to unveil a framework to promote climate-resilient agriculture in 50,000 villages located in climatically-vulnerable districts. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Climate Resilient Agriculture (CRA): Overview and Practices Definition Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture Impact of Extreme Events Practices to Enhance Climate Resilience Key Challenges Related to Climate […]
Bihar Government’s Request for Makhana MSP
Context: The Bihar government has urged the Centre to declare a Minimum Support Price (MSP) for makhana, an aquatic crop. Additionally, the state has highlighted the lack of manpower at the Darbhanga-based Indian Council of Agricultural Research — National Research Centre (ICAR-NRC) for Makhana. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Makhana (Fox Nuts) […]
NITI Aayog’s SDG India Index 2023-24 Highlights Progress
Context; The NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog has released its latest Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) India Index for 2023-24, showing significant progress in sustainable development across states and union territories of India. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Sustainable Development Goals Analysis Overview of Goal Progress Reduced Inequalities […]
Current Affairs 16 July 2024
CONTENTS NITI Aayog’s SDG India Index 2023-24 Highlights Progress Context: The NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog has released its latest Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) India Index for 2023-24, showing significant progress in sustainable development across states and union territories of India. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Sustainable […]
PIB Summaries 16 July 2024
CONTENTS Plans to Boost Lighthouse Tourism Announced Context: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways has announced plans to boost lighthouse tourism under the Maritime India Vision (MIV) 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047. This announcement was made during a stakeholders meeting organized by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships in Vizhinjam, […]
Static Quiz 16 July 2024 (Environment)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 16 July 2024
CONTENTS The Union Budget as Litmus Test of a Rethink or Stasis Context: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to present the Union Budget next week, on July 23. The Budget is more than a mere statement of government revenue and expenditure; it reflects the policy and politics of the ruling government. The recent […]
Upper Siang Hydropower Project
Context: Locals are protesting against the Upper Siang hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Upper Siang Hydropower Project Location and Scope Project Management Pre-feasibility Report Strategic Importance -Source: The Hindu
Quantum Navigation vs. GPS: Key Differences
Context: The United Kingdom recently carried out two separate quantum navigation tests, one aboard a Royal Navy ship and another on a small jet plane. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Quantum Navigation vs. GPS: Key Differences Quantum Navigation What is GPS (Global Positioning System)? Overview -Source: The Print