Katchatheevu island
Mapping Source: TH
Category: 02 April 2024
H5N1 bird flu
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: H5N1 bird flu, highly pathogenic since 2020, threatens birds and mammals globally. It’s infected birds in 80+ countries, leading to mass culling in poultry farms. About H5N1 Bird Flu:
USSD-based call forwarding
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: ET Context: The Department of Telecom (DoT) has directed telecom operators to halt USSD-based call forwarding from April 15 due to misuse, requiring subscribers to activate it through alternative methods. What is Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD)? USSD is a protocol used in GSM networks for sending …
Genetic profiling of Captive Elephants
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Genetic profiling of captive elephants in Kerala is set to begin soon. Details of the Initiative:
First-ever Nuclear Energy Summit
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IAEA Context: World leaders from over 30 countries (including India) and the EU convened at the recently inaugurated Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels, emphasizing nuclear power’s role in achieving energy security, climate goals, and sustainable development. Key Takeaways from the Nuclear Energy Summit: Promotion of Nuclear Energy: The …
Atomic clocks
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: LM Context: India is deploying atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time, enhancing uniformity and national security. About Atomic Clocks:
GI Tags granted to 60 Products
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Th Context: Over 60 products from across India have received Geographical Indication (GI) tags, marking the largest batch of GI tags awarded at once. Some of the Major products GI tagged are:
India’s Strategic Focus: Centering Africa in the Global South Vision
GS Paper-2 Syllabus: International Relations Source: IE Context: India’s relationship with African nations is crucial in its vision for the Global South, especially as it seeks to navigate a changing global landscape. What is India’s Global South Vision? India’s Global South Vision emphasizes fostering strategic partnerships with nations in the Southern Hemisphere, …
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