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Shinku La tunnel

Mapping   Source: HT  Context: The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is set to begin work on the Shinku La tunnel, which will be the world’s highest, facilitating all-weather connectivity from Manali to Leh. The Shinku La tunnel, constructed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), will be the world’s highest tunnel at 15,800 ft, surpassing China’s …

Sperm Whale

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH  Context: Scientists have uncovered a fascinating aspect of sperm whale communication: their complex vocalizations resemble Morse code, hinting at a sophisticated “phonetic alphabet.” These whales, renowned for their social nature, use clicking sounds called codas to convey messages. Research on sperm whales in the eastern Caribbean revealed a …

India is now the world’s third-largest solar power generator

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: BS  Context: India surged past Japan to become the world’s third-largest solar power generator in 2023, driven by rapid solar energy deployment. China and the USA are two major producers ahead of India in 2023. In terms of installed solar power capacity, India ranks fifth in the world while Japan is in …

India is now a net exporter of medical consumables and disposables

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: ET  Context: India has achieved a significant milestone by becoming a net exporter of medical consumables and disposables, marking a reversal of the previous trend where foreign products dominated the market. In the fiscal year 2022-23, India exported medical consumables worth $1.6 billion, surpassing imports valued at approximately $1.1 …

U.N. Counter-Terrorism Trust Fund

Facts for Prelims (FFP)   Source: TH  Context: India has contributed $500,000 to the U.N. Counter-Terrorism Trust Fund, reaffirming its commitment to global efforts against terrorism. This contribution supports UNOCT’s global programmes, mainly focusing on Countering Financing of Terrorism (CFT) and Countering Terrorist Travel Programme (CTTP). CFT strengthens member states capacity to understand terrorism risks, …

Constructed Wetlands

Content for Mains Enrichment (CME)   Source: DTE  Constructed wetlands are engineered ecosystems designed to replicate the functions of natural wetlands for the purpose of treating wastewater. These systems utilize vegetation, soil, and microbial processes to remove contaminants and pollutants from water before it is discharged back into the environment. Constructed wetlands are effective in …

Balancing Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Indian Constitution—Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure.   Source: TH  Context: In the case of Property Owners Association vs State of Maharashtra, the Supreme Court has an opportunity to settle a constitutional clash between fundamental rights and Directive Principles of State Policy. What is the case about? …

[UPDATE] OGP 2025 (Offline & Online Guidance Program) – Batch 5 at Bengaluru & Online | Integrated Foundation Program for UPSC CSE 2025 | Starts on 22nd May 2024

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INSIGHTS IAS WEEKLY CURRENT AFFAIRS MAGAZINE : 29 April – 4 May 2024

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