PIB Summaries 13 September 2024
CONTENTS PM E-DRIVE Scheme Context: Recently, the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister India has approved the proposal of the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) for implementation of a scheme titled ‘PM E-DRIVE Scheme’. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions PM E-DRIVE Scheme Key Components of the Scheme Exercise VARUNA Context: Recently, the 22nd edition of […]
Static Quiz 13 September 2024 (Geography)
Current Affairs Quiz 12 September 2024
Current Affairs 12 September 2024
CONTENTS India Leads in Global Plastic Pollution A recent report in the journal Nature identifies India as the leading contributor to global plastic pollution, responsible for about one-fifth of all plastic waste worldwide. This significant share highlights the urgent need for enhanced recycling processes and innovations in waste management within the country to mitigate environmental […]
PIB Summaries 12 September 2024
CONTENTS Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Gramin) Context: The Centre has relaxed the automatic exclusion criteria for the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G), allowing families with certain assets to avail of the rural housing scheme. Relevance: GS II- Welfare Schemes Dimensions of the Article: Updated Guidelines for PMAY-Gramin: PMAY-G (Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin) Salient Features of PMAY-G: […]
Static Quiz 12 September 2024 (Geography)
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)