Understanding Leap Second
Context: A recent study highlighted that due to factors like climate change and geological shifts, Earth’s changing rotation may prompt clocks to skip a second, potentially necessitating a “negative leap second” around 2029. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Understanding Leap Second Purpose of Leap Second: History and Implementation: Comparison with Astronomical Time: […]
SKOCH ESG Award 2024
Context: REC Limited won the SKOCH ESG Award 2024 for ‘Renewable Energy Financing’. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Overview of REC (formerly Rural Electrification Corporation Limited) Profile: Scope of Funding: SKOCH ESG Awards and Significance Award Description: Benchmark for Sustainable Business: About SKOCH Group Focus Areas:
About Hume AI
Context: Recently, a New York-based research lab and technology company Hume, has introduced what can be called the ‘first conversational AI with emotional intelligence’. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Hume AI Unique Features Technical Overview Training and Learning Capabilities Large Language Model (LLM) Explained Definition Training and Data Foundation In Layman’s Terms -Source: Indian Express
Overview of Atal Tunnel
Context: The Manali-Leh highway was blocked due to fresh snowfall near the Atal Tunnel in Lahaul and Spiti districts recently. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Overview of Atal Tunnel World Record Location and Elevation Route and Connectivity Portal Details Tunnel Specifications Safety Features -Source: Hindustan Times
Overview of Caracal
Context: Recently, there was a concern regarding the conservation of the Caracal species. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Overview of Caracal Elusiveness and Behavior Names and Identity Habitat and Dens Distribution Preferred Habitats Threats to Caracal Conservation Status -Source: The Hindu
About The Konda Reddi Tribe
Context: The indigenous knowledge of the Konda Reddi tribe, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group inhabiting the Papikonda hill range in the Godavari region, has proven resourceful. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Konda Reddi Tribe: An Overview Language and Identity: Social Structure: Subdivisions and Marriage: Family Structure: Religion and Beliefs: Political Organization: Kula Panchayat: Village Headman (Pedda […]
About Meme Coins
Context: Meme coins started as a humorous, satirical take on the internet and often lacking in any real underlying value have gained significant popularity. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Meme Coins Definition and Origin: Alternate Names: Distinctive Features: -Source: Business Standards
About Magnetofossils
Context: In the depths of the Bay of Bengal, scientists have discovered a 50,000-year-old sediment — a giant magnetofossil and one of the youngest to be found yet. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About Magnetofossils Definition: Magnetotactic Bacteria: Study Findings on Magnetofossils Sediment Core Analysis: Organism Presence: Magnetofossil Identification: Oxygen Concentration: Monsoon […]
About ICGS Samudra Paheredar
Context: External Affairs recently visited Indian Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar, which is in Manila Bay in the Philippines, as part of an overseas deployment to ASEAN countries. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About ICGS Samudra Paheredar Overview: Positioning: Commissioning and Location: Technical Specifications:
About Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary
Context: Telangana is presently grappling with forest fires in Tadvai region of Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary: Historical Background: Geographical Location: Hydrological Features: Cultural and Festive Significance: Vegetation and Flora: Fauna: -Source: The Hindu