About The Okinawicius tekdi
Context: Researchers have found a new species of jumping spider on Baner hill, yet again highlighting the region’s rich biodiversity and the need to protect the city’s natural landscapes. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Okinawicius Tekdi A remarkable discovery has been made in the field of arachnology with the identification of a new species of jumping […]
Discovering Al-Natah: A Bronze Age Marvel
Context: Archaeologists have uncovered a 4,000-year-old fortified town in Saudi Arabia, illustrating the gradual shift from nomadic to urban lifestyles. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Discovering Al-Natah: A Bronze Age Marvel The excavation at Khaybar oasis, led by French archaeologist Guillaume Charloux, has unearthed Al-Natah, shedding light on a sophisticated Bronze Age town that existed between […]
About The Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Context: Recently, A 16-month-old child with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) was chosen for gene therapy and was administered the drug at a private hospital. Relevance: GS II: Health Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic disorder that primarily affects the motor neurons—nerve cells in the spinal cord—resulting in muscle wasting and […]
Highlighting Urban Challenges in Climate Action
Context: The UN-Habitat’s “World Cities Report 2024: Cities and Climate Action” reveals a critical dynamic: while cities are major contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, they also suffer disproportionately from the impacts of climate change. This report underscores the urgent need for targeted climate action within urban areas to mitigate these effects and transition towards sustainability. […]
Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act 2004
Context: Recently, the Supreme Court partially upheld the constitutional validity of the Uttar Pradesh Madrasa Education Board Act, 2004, overturning the Allahabad High Court ruling (March 2024) which declared it unconstitutional. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Why the Supreme Court Upheld the UP Madrasa Education Board Act, 2004? Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004 Purpose and […]
Trump’s Economic Plans: Implications for the US and India
Context: Donald Trump’s proposed economic measures include imposing a 20% tariff on all imports, over 200% duty on cars, mass deportations of undocumented immigrants, and maintaining extended tax cuts despite a soaring budget deficit. These strategies, while potentially bolstering American stocks and the Dollar, raise concerns for US treasuries due to the risk of fiscal […]
Current Affairs Quiz 08 November 2024
PIB Summaries 08 November 2024
CONTENTS Maha Kumbh Mela Context: The Mahakumbh Mela is scheduled to take place in the holy city of Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26. Relevance: GS I: Festivals Maha Kumbh Mela: A Profound Pilgrimage of Faith The Maha Kumbh Mela is not only a significant religious gathering in India but also the world’s largest […]
Current Affairs 08 November 2024
CONTENTS Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004 Context: Recently, the Supreme Court partially upheld the constitutional validity of the Uttar Pradesh Madrasa Education Board Act, 2004, overturning the Allahabad High Court ruling (March 2024) which declared it unconstitutional. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Why the Supreme Court Upheld the UP Madrasa Education Board Act, 2004? Uttar […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 08 November 2024
Content : All eyes on Baku and the climate finance goal Context: COP29 Details: New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG): Relevance: GS 3 ( Environment ) Practice Question: Discuss the key expectations from the Baku Conference, with a focus on climate finance. Examine how the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) surpasses the previous $100 billion climate […]