Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: The Tropospheric Emissions Monitoring of Pollution (TEMPO) instrument is a new device launched by SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket that will enable scientists to track air pollution over North America comprehensively from space, down to the neighbourhood level (i.e. 10sq KM range) Other features: Coverage area: Greater North …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: The Genome India Project, a Centre-backed initiative to sequence 10,000 Indian human genomes and create a database, is about two-thirds completed and will be 100% complete by year-end. Of the 7,000 genomes sequenced about 3,000 are already available for public access (as per the Department of Biotechnology) …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: LM Context: India has been issuing quality control orders (QCO) for products of mass consumption, including machinery safety equipment, pressure cookers, toys and air conditioners, to curb Chinese imports and boost exports. However, several WTO members have objected to this move and say that India’s QCOs are protectionist and may …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Drugmakers have been given an extension until August 1st to implement the Track and Trace system for the export of pharmaceutical consignments. The extension was granted due to difficulties faced by members of the pharma exporter body Pharmexcil in joining the system. About the system: The system …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: Union Cabinet has changed the pricing regime for domestic natural gas under the ambit of the administered price mechanism (APM) About APM: APM applies to the pricing of gas produced by legacy fields (old Oil fields awarded to ONGC and OIL before 1999, when auctioning started) APM …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: The Indian-American statistician Calyampudi Radhakrishna Rao has been awarded the 2023 International Prize in Statistics, which is statistics’ equivalent of the Nobel Prize. About C R Rao: R. Rao is an Indian-American mathematician and statistician. He is currently a professor emeritus at Pennsylvania State University and Research Professor at the …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 125th-anniversary celebration of Sri Ramakrishna Math at Vivekananda House in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. About Ramakrishna Math Ramakrishna Math is the administrative legal organization of the Ramakrishna Order, considered part of the Hindu reform movements. It was set up by sannyasin disciples of …
Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: PIB Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the innovative waste management system at Bowenpally Vegetable Market in Hyderabad during one of his Mann Ki Baat episodes. The market’s vegetable waste is now being turned into bioelectricity, biofuel and bio-manure, generating nearly 500 units of electricity and 30 kg of biofuel …
Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: IE Human composting, also known as natural organic reduction, is a process of transforming the human body into nutrient-rich soil that has emerged as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial or cremation. Process: The process involves washing and dressing the body in a biodegradable gown, placing it in a …
Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: IE Hikikomori is a phenomenon in Japan where an estimated 1.5 million working-age people are living in isolation and avoiding social contact. It is not recognized as a clinical diagnosis but rather a social phenomenon. Causes: Several factors, including Japan’s highly competitive education system, extreme academic pressure, and work …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment Conservation Source: HT Context: President Droupadi Murmu took part in Gaj Utsav at Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) in Assam to mark 30 years of Project Elephant. Other steps taken are: Gaj Yatra (a nationwide awareness campaign to protect elephants) Monitoring the Illegal Killing of Elephants …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Science and Technology – Developments and their Applications and Effects in Everyday Life Source: TH Context: Most mature democracies are now using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for better pieces of legislation and parliamentary procedures. How AI tools can assist parliamentarians? In preparing responses for legislators, Enhancing research quality, Obtaining …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Awareness in the fields of Space Source: TH Context: India’s modest entry into the First Space Age followed by its many gains should be used to help the country tap the vast potential of the Second Space Age. Background: Journey of ISRO: The Indian private sector in the …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Science and Technology: Space Source: FE Context: The government has approved the Indian Space Policy (ISP) 2023, to boost private sector participation and increase investments in the space sector from private companies. Need for Indian Space Policy 2023: India currently has about 2% of the Global space economy (the …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Inclusive growth Source: PIB Context: The Prime Minister has lauded Mudra Yojana on the completion of 8 years. The yojana has played a vital role in funding the unfunded and ensuring a life of dignity as well as prosperity for countless Indians Achievements of PM Mudra Yojana: Loan sanctioned: …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation Source: TH Context: The MeitY notified the IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules 2023. For provisions of the amendments: Click here About the amendments: It empowers the Union …
