About Project Naman
Context: Recently, the Indian Army launched the first phase of Project NAMAN, in presence of General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff along with Mrs Sunita Dwivedi, President Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA). Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About Project Naman: SPARSH Portal (System for Pension-related Information & Services Handled Electronically): […]
Overview of Curcuma Ungmensis
Context: Researchers have identified a new ‘cousin’ of the turmeric, thanks to a serendipitous discovery during a field trip in Nagaland. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Overview of Curcuma ungmensis: Botanical Significance and Distribution: -Source: The Hindu
About The Yellow Food Dye
Context: Recently, a recent study has demonstrated that tartrazine, a common food dye, can make the skin of living mice temporarily transparent. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Yellow Food Dye: Key Findings from Recent Study: Potential Applications: -Source: The Hindu
Infrastructure Development for Pahadi Korwa Community under
Context: A recent government announcement highlighted that 54 settlements of the Pahadi Korwa community in north Chhattisgarh will soon be connected by roads. This initiative is part of the Prime Minister’s JANMAN scheme, aimed at enhancing accessibility and infrastructure in remote areas, fostering better connectivity and development for the community. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies […]
Increasing Copper Imports Amidst Declining Domestic Production in India
Context: Despite the global surge in copper demand, India has witnessed a decline in domestic copper ore production, dropping from 4.13 million tonnes in FY19 to 3.78 million tonnes in FY24, as reported by the Ministry of Mines. This reduction in production has led to a significant increase in copper concentrate imports, which have doubled […]
India and UAE Strengthen Strategic Partnership
Context: India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently conducted bilateral discussions aimed at deepening their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. During the talks, the crown prince of Abu Dhabi was hosted by India’s Prime Minister at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The meeting resulted in the signing of multiple agreements focused on expanding energy ties between […]
Current Affairs Quiz 11 September 2024
Current Affairs 11 September 2024
CONTENTS Increasing Copper Imports Amidst Declining Domestic Production in India Context: Despite the global surge in copper demand, India has witnessed a decline in domestic copper ore production, dropping from 4.13 million tonnes in FY19 to 3.78 million tonnes in FY24, as reported by the Ministry of Mines. This reduction in production has led to […]
PIB Summaries 11 September 2024
CONTENTS India Advances in Blockchain Technology with New Frameworks and Portals Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has recently introduced the National Blockchain Framework (NBF) to enhance digital infrastructure across the nation. Alongside this, several key initiatives such as the Vishvasya-Blockchain Technology Stack, National Blockchain Framework Lite (NBFLite), Praamaanik, and the National […]
Static Quiz 11 September 2024 (Environment)
