PIB Summaries 21 November 2024
CONTENTS India Commemorates Sickle Cell Eradication Initiative with New Postage Stamp Context: On Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, celebrated on November 15, 2024, a special commemorative postage stamp titled “Sickle Cell Eradication – 2047” was unveiled in Madhya Pradesh. This initiative is part of India’s broader commitment to eradicate sickle cell anemia by 2047. The focus is […]
PIB Summaries 20 November 2024
CONTENTS Indian Scientists Develop Model to Predict Equatorial Electrojet Context: Scientists at the Indian Institute of Geomagnetism (IIG) in Navi Mumbai have developed a groundbreaking model called the Indian Equatorial Electrojet (IEEJ) Model. This innovative tool is designed to enhance the accuracy of predictions for the Equatorial Electrojet specifically over the Indian sector. Utilizing data […]
PIB Summaries 19 November 2024
CONTENT Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme Context: Recently, twenty-four coastal villages in Odisha were recognised by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO as ‘Tsunami Ready’. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme Introduction The Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme is an international initiative spearheaded by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO. […]
PIB Summaries 18 November 2024
CONTENTS Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) Initiative Context: The Centre recently launched an initiative called Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) to support research in universities, especially central and state public universities. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR) Initiative Introduction […]
PIB Summaries 16 November 2024
CONTENTS Guru Nanak Context: Guru Nanak Jayanti in 2024 is celebrated on November 15, coinciding with Kartik Purnima in the Hindu calendar. This auspicious day, observed on the full moon of Kartik, includes various rituals and festivities, especially within Sikh communities worldwide. Relevance: GS I- History Dimensions of the Article: About Sri Guru Nanak Dev […]
PIB Summaries 15 November 2024
CONTENTS Technical Textiles Context: Recently, the Ministry of Textiles has approved 12 research projects under the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) increasing the total number of approved research projects to 168. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: About Technical Textiles Significance and Potential Applications of Technical Textiles About National Technical Textiles Mission Objectives: Exercise Sea Vigil Context: The Indian […]
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 […]
PIB Summaries 13 November 2024
CONTENTS Maulana Azad and Acharya Kripalani Context: PM pays tributes to Maulana Azad and Acharya Kripalani on their Jayanti Relevance: GS I- Modern Indian history. Dimensions of the Article: About Maulana Abul Kalam Azad About Acharya Kripalani QS World University Rankings: Asia 2025 Context: India with a total of 163 universities ranked is the most […]
PIB Summaries 12 November 2024
CONTENTS National Legal Services Day Context: The National Legal Services Day (NLSD) is celebrated on 9th November every year to spread awareness for ensuring reasonable fair and justice procedure for all citizens. Relevance: GS II- Polity About National Legal Services Day: Objectives of Legal Services Authorities: Legal Services Institutions for providing Free Legal Services: National Level: National Legal Services Authority […]
PIB Summaries 11 November 2024
CONTENTS Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana Context: The Department of Fisheries organised a meeting to discuss the recently implemented Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY), a sub-scheme of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). Relevance: GS II- Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana: Aim: Fund Allocated: […]