Manu Bhaker’s Olympic victory at Paris 2024
Context: Recently, Manu Bhaker won a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Manu Bhaker’s Olympic victory at Paris 2024 Manu Bhaker’s Olympic victory at Paris 2024 is a significant milestone for Indian shooting. Her accomplishments extend beyond this, reflecting a remarkable career. Here’s a summary of her achievements: Olympic Success: Notable […]
About Green Climate Fund
Context: Recently, the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) received approval of funding of $ 215.6 m from the Green Climate Fund for ‘financing mitigation and adaptation projects’ (FMAP). Relevance: Facts for Prelims Green Climate Fund (GCF): Financing Mitigation and Adaptation Project (FMAP): -Source: The Hindu
Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre
Context: Recently, India has taken over as the Chair of Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC) for 2024-25. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC) Overview: Mission and Objectives: Governance: Membership: Operational Structure: Key Functions: Achievements and Activities:
About The Olympic Order
Context: Recently, Abhinav Bindra was bestowed with the Olympic Award by the International Olympic Committee. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Olympic Order Overview: Grades: Design: Significance: -Source: India Today
Lal Dora-Free Scheme in Haryana
Context: All villages of Haryana have been made Lal Dora-free. The state government launched a scheme to make villages “Lal Dora-free” on Good Governance Day on 25th December 2019. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Lal Dora-Free Scheme in Haryana Overview: Key Features: Historical Context: Significance: Impact: -Source: The Hindu
About Magnetotactic Bacteria
Context: Researchers have uncovered fossil remains of magnetic particles, known as magnetofossils produced by magnetotactic bacteria, in rock varnish layers in Ladakh, India. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Magnetotactic Bacteria Overview: Significance: Research Highlights and Implications Rock Varnish Research: Significance for Space Exploration: -Source: The Hindu, PIB
About Mashco Piro Tribe
Context: Recently, the previously uncontacted Mashco Piro tribe emerged in Peru due to encroachment and a search for food and safety. Relevance: GS II: Tribes Mashco Piro Tribe Overview: Interactions and Risks: Historical Context: Protection Efforts: Perú Geography: Economic Resources: -Source: Indian Express
About The Kashmir Willow
Context: Over the last few years, bats made of Kashmiri willow have been attracting global attention after making appearances in international games. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Kashmir Willow Origin and Growth: Habitat and Adaptability: Characteristics: Uses: -Source: The Hindu
About Indian Flapshell Turtle
Context: The scientists at the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) on a mission to save an Indian flapshell turtle, whose shell cracked after an accident. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Dimensions of the Article: Indian flapshell turtle The Indian flapshell turtle (Lissemys punctata) is a fascinating freshwater species native to South Asia. Here are […]
About Rosewood Tree
Context: Recently, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has issued guidelines for its members involved in the sustainable harvest and trade of rosewood specimens. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Dimensions of the Article: About Rosewood Tree: Rosewood is a commercial term that encompasses various tropical hardwoods […]