International Civil Aviation Day (ICAD)
Context: International Civil Aviation Day (ICAD) is celebrated annually on 7th December. The day was established in 1994 as part of the 50th anniversary of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: International Civil Aviation Day (ICAD) Purpose of ICAD ICAO’s Role 2023 Theme International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Establishment and Foundation Chicago […]
World AIDS Day 2023
Context: World AIDS Day is observed every year on December 1. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: World AIDS Day: HIV/AIDS: HIV’s Impact: Progression to AIDS: Transmission: Treatment:
About The Ayushman Arogya Mandir
Context: Recently, the Union Government has decided to rename the existing Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs) as ‘Ayushman Arogya Mandir. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Ayushman Arogya Mandir: Revolutionizing Primary Healthcare Government Initiative (2018): Funding and Design Strategy: Remarkable Progress: Services Provided: New Tagline: Key Facts about Ayushman Bharat (AB): […]
About Fattah 2
Context: Iran recently unveiled its new and improved hypersonic weapon, the Fattah-2. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Fattah 2: Name and Origin: Features: Hypersonic Missile -Source: The Hindu
About The National Cadet Corps
Context: Recently, the National Cadet Corps (NCC) celebrated its 75th Anniversary on November 26, 2023 Relevance: Facts for Prelims About the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Voluntary Recruitment: Training and Preferences: Aims of the National Cadet Corps: Leadership and Headquarters:
Green Leaf Volatiles (GLVs)
Context: Recently, for the first time, scientists were able to visualise plants sensing compounds called green leaf volatiles (GLVs) released by other plants in danger. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Green Leaf Volatiles (GLVs): Release Mechanisms: Ecological Implications: Defence Mechanisms: Volatiles Common Examples: Characteristic Features: Significance: -Source: The Hindu
About Saurauia Punduana
Context: Recently, the Saurauia Punduana plant was recorded for the first time in Manipur’s Tamenglong district. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Saurauia Punduana: Habitat and Characteristics: Conservation Status: Global Distribution: Threats to Saurauia Punduana: -Source: The Hindu
About The Booker Prize
Context: Recently, Irish writer Paul Lynch won the Booker Prize for fiction for his novel Prophet Song. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Booker Prize: Objectives of the Prize: Eligibility Criteria: Prize Details: Booker Prize Foundation: -Source: Indian Express
Lachit Borphukan on Lachit Diwas
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister of India paid tribute to Lachit Borphukan on Lachit Diwas. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Lachit Borphukan: Battle of Saraighat: Administrative Responsibilities: Military Strategy: Legacy: Ahom Kingdom Overview:
A New Music Frog Species
Context: Recently, scientists have discovered a new species of frog in Arunachal, named Nidirana noadihing. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Discovery of Nidirana Noadihing: A New Music Frog Species Geographical Distribution: Habitat and Behavior: Naming Significance: Physical Appearance: -Source: The Times of India