Mapping Source: TH Taiwan-based company Foxconn has withdrawn from its joint venture with the Vedanta Group in India’s semiconductor industry. The companies were planning to jointly invest in a semiconductor fabrication plant in Gujarat. It is the world’s largest technology manufacturer and service provider. Taiwan produces 92% of the world’s most advanced logic chips and 70% …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: ET Context: Scientists from Delhi University and McMaster University in Canada have discovered and isolated the first live culture of the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris (C. auris) from the ear canals of stray dogs in Delhi. About C. auris: auris is a dangerous fungus known for causing persistent and …
Continue reading “Evidence of superbug found in Delhi’s stray dogs”
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: Scientists have used data from the Ice Cube Neutrino Observatory in Antarctica to obtain the first view of the Milky Way galaxy through the lens of neutrino particles. This breakthrough provides researchers with a new perspective on the cosmos, as neutrinos offer a different way to study …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: The Centre for Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) in Visakhapatnam is engaged in captive breeding and seed production of Groupers, John’s Snapper, and Indian Pompano at its mariculture lab. Fish Species Local Name Groupers (Up to 9 kg) Bbonthalu John’s Snapper (Up to 8 kg) appalu chepa …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: China has implemented export restrictions on gallium and germanium, two elements crucial for chip production, solar panels, and fibre optics. What is Export control? Export control refers to the regulations and restrictions imposed by governments on the export of certain goods, technologies, and services. It is …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: MEA Context: India has accepted an invitation from United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres to join the Champions Group of the Global Crisis Response Group (GCRG). About GCRG The GCRG was established (in 2022) by the UN Secretary-General to address urgent global issues related to food security, energy, and finance, …
Continue reading “India joins the Champions Group of the Global Crisis Response Group”
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSE&L), under the Ministry of Education, has released the Performance Grading Index for Districts (PGI-D) combined report for 2020-21 and 2021-22. This index assesses the performance of the school education system at the district level by creating a comprehensive …
Continue reading “Performance Grading Index for Districts (PGI-D) 2.0”
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH The Indian government is launching a unique initiative to establish women-only courts (known as Nari Adalats) at the village level as an alternative dispute resolution forum for issues such as domestic violence and property rights. The pilot project will start in 50 villages each in Assam and Jammu …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: PM has praised the Guinness World Record achieved for the “largest display of Lambani items,” totalling 1755 items, during the 3rd G20 Culture Working Group Meeting held in Hampi, Karnataka What is Lambani art? It is a traditional form of art and craft practised by …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Archaeologists conducting excavations at Porpanaikottai in Tamil Nadu, India, have discovered several artefacts, including a gold stud, a bone point, and a carnelian bead. These findings provide insights into the culture and trade during the Sangam Age, a period in ancient Tamil history. Key findings: The …
Continue reading “Sangam-age stud, bead unearthed in Tamil Nadu”
Content for Mains Enrichment Source: TH Restaurants and bars around the world are embracing zero-waste dining and changing the way diners approach sustainability. One such establishment is RE- in Sydney, Australia, which is the world’s first permanent “waste-free” regenerative cocktail bar and restaurant. RE- uses upcycled decor elements and serves cocktails and food made from …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Science and Technology: Space Source: IE Context: Chandrayaan-3 is India’s upcoming lunar mission, which aims to be the world’s first mission to soft-land near the lunar south pole. What is Chandrayaan-3 Mission? Chandrayaan-3 is India’s third moon mission and is a follow-up of Chandrayaan-2 (2019) which aimed to land a rover on …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment/ Science and Technology – Developments and their Applications and Effects in Everyday Life Source: IE Context: The government of India is solely promoting battery electric vehicles (BEVs), regardless of the problems associated with them. Types of EVs: Initiatives for Promoting EVs in India: National Electric Mobility Mission …
Continue reading “The problem with battery electric vehicles”
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation Source: TH Context: While CO2 emissions are the problem, a circular economy could be the solution, at least a partial one. Why are CO2 emissions the problem? As we continue to burn fossil fuels and destroy natural habitats, CO2 continues to accumulate in the …
Continue reading “Carbon circular economy: Promise and challenges”
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services Relating to Health Source: TH Context: Access to palliative care in India continues to be abysmal. What is palliative care? Palliative care is the branch of medicine focusing on improving the quality of life and preventing suffering among those with …
