Mapping Source: Outlook India is planning to build a large barrage on the Siang River to protect it from a Chinese dam being built in Tibet. The dam is being built on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet’s Medog district. Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu warned that if India does not respond to the dam, …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is collaborating with the Drone Federation of India to co-host ‘Bharat Drone Shakti 2023’, at the IAF’s airbase in Hindan, Ghaziabad. This event aims to showcase the capabilities of the Indian drone industry and promote the use of drone technology in …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: ET Context: A one-day conference in New Delhi (“Transnational Grid Interconnections for One Sun, One World, One Grid”), organized by the Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, focused on cross-border energy connectivity and collaboration.
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: A recent report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) highlights that climate change is leading to more frequent and intense heatwaves, which are contributing to ozone pollution and worsening air quality. Heatwaves are linked to an increased risk of wildfires, which release various pollutants, including ozone …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: The Print Context: A recent study has identified the cause of the decline in Arctic Ocean Sea ice since 2007. Researchers found that the periodic reversal of an atmospheric phenomenon known as the Arctic dipole plays a significant role in driving drops in sea ice. The study, published in …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: Scientists have managed to grow a human embryo-like structure in a laboratory without using traditional sperm or eggs. This remarkable achievement involved using a combination of stem cells, which can differentiate into various cell types, and chemicals to create an embryo-like structure that mimics the molecular characteristics …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Live Mint Context: The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has introduced new features for the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) with the goal of achieving 100 billion monthly transactions. These features include a credit line on UPI, a conversational payment mode called ‘Hello UPI,’ BillPay Connect, UPI Tap & …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Prime Minister, in his address at the 20th ASEAN-India summit in Jakarta, Indonesia, emphasized that ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) plays a central role in India’s Act East Policy. ASEAN, established on August 8, 1967, initially consisted of five member states: Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: The G20 Leaders’ Summit will feature a towering 27-foot-tall ‘Nataraja’ statue of Lord Shiva’s dancing form. This magnificent statue made of ‘Ashtadhatu’ (eight-metal alloy) was crafted by sculptors from Swamimalai in Tamil Nadu, India, and is inspired by three revered Nataraja idols from Chola temples. About …
Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: IE Ramveer Tanwar, known as ‘India’s Pond Man,‘ is dedicated to restoring and revitalizing lakes, ponds, and wetlands across India Through his NGO, Say Earth, Tanwar employs sustainable methods and community-driven approaches to clean and restore these water reservoirs. Born in an agricultural family in Greater Noida, Tanwar …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment Conservation Source: TH Context: This article discusses the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023, which allows forest land diversion for certain projects near India’s borders. More about the article: The article highlights opposition from states in India’s Northeast due to concerns about its impact on tribal and customary laws. …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Inclusive growth Source: LM Context: The article discusses financial inclusion as a tool for reducing inequality and fostering economic growth. What is financial inclusion? It means ensuring that all individuals and businesses have access to affordable and essential financial services, such as banking, credit, savings, and insurance, regardless of …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: International Relations Source: IE Context: The article discusses the declining state of post-Cold War multilateralism at both global and regional levels, particularly due to conflicts involving Russia and China. What is Multilateralism? It refers to the practice of multiple countries coming together and collaborating on global issues, challenges, and …
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