About The Comb Jellies
Context; Comb jellies, also known as ctenophore Mnemiopsis leidyi, can defy age and revert to younger versions of themselves, according to a study published recently. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Comb Jellies Comb jellies, members of the phylum Ctenophora, are transparent, gelatinous invertebrates that drift through global ocean waters. These creatures are one of the oldest […]
Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile
Context: Recently, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the maiden flight test of its Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM). Relevance: GS III: Defence Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM) Launch Capabilities: Flight and Manoeuvrability: Technological Enhancements: Stealth and Evasion: Development and Production Development Team: Production Partners: Government Approval: Strategic […]
State of the Climate 2024 Report
Context: State of the Climate 2024 Report once again issues a Red Alert at the sheer pace of climate change in a single generation, turbo-charged by ever-increasing greenhouse gas levels in the atmosphere. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology State of the Climate 2024 Report Issuing Organization and Release Context: Key Findings of the Report […]
Adaptation Gap Report 2024
Context: Recently, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) released the Adaptation Gap Report 2024: Come hell and high water. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Adaptation and Adaptation gap: Adaptation: The process of adjustment to actual or expected climate and its effects. In human systems, adaptation seeks to moderate or avoid harm or exploit beneficial […]
Foreign Contribution Regulation Act FCRA
Context: The Central Government announced that any NGO involved in anti-developmental activities and forced religious conversions will face cancellation of their registration under Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010. Relevance: GS-II: Polity and Governance (Government Policies & Interventions, Non-Governmental Organisations -NGOs), GS-III: Indian Economy (External Sector, Mobilization of Resources) Dimensions of the Article: What is […]
What is the Inter-State Council?
Context: The Indian government has recently reconstituted the Inter-State Council (ISC) after two years, with the last reconstitution in 2022, appointing the Prime Minister(PM) as chairman and underscoring a renewed commitment to Centre-State relations and cooperative federalism. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is the Inter-State Council? Composition and Leadership: Historical Amendments: Secretariat: Benefits of ISC Deliberations: Challenges Facing […]
Current Affairs Quiz 14 November 2024
Current Affairs 14 November 2024
CONTENTS Inter-State Council Context: The Indian government has recently reconstituted the Inter-State Council (ISC) after two years, with the last reconstitution in 2022, appointing the Prime Minister(PM) as chairman and underscoring a renewed commitment to Centre-State relations and cooperative federalism. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is the Inter-State Council? Composition and Leadership: Historical Amendments: Secretariat: Benefits of ISC […]
PIB Summaries 14 November 2024
CONTENTS Central Government Introduces New Rules to Enhance Enforcement of Water Pollution Laws Context: The Central Government has announced the implementation of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) (Manner of Holding Inquiry and Imposition of Penalty) Rules, 2024. These new rules are designed to streamline the process of inquiry and imposition of penalties for […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 14 November 2024
Content Surprise Spike Context:Unexpected Inflation Surge Relevance: GS 3 (Economy ) Practice Question: Discuss the factors that led to the unexpected spike in India’s inflation rate in October 2024.Suggest key policy measures .(250 words ) Food Prices as Key Driver RBI’s Stance: Economic Implications Government’s View : Policy Response: Manipur’s Misery Context : Relevance:GS 2 […]