Mapping Source: TH Context: The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has approved a multinational security mission led by Kenya to intervene in Haiti due to a surge in deadly gang violence and instability in the country. Aim: This intervention aims to restore security, protect critical infrastructure, and control escalating violence in Haiti. Haiti is …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: India has initiated “Operation Ajay” to evacuate its citizens from conflict-stricken Israel. This marks the second evacuation operation of the year, following Operation Kaveri, which brought back Indian citizens from Sudan earlier. The decision to initiate Operation Ajay comes in response to recent conflicts in the …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Business Line Context: The annual rubber conference of the Association of Natural Rubber Producing Countries (ANRPC) took place in Guwahati. Issues faced in Rubber Industry: Mechanization in rubber plantations, sustainable agricultural practices, supply chain strengthening, and value addition for rubber wood to ensure the sustainability of rubber farming. …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: The National Security Guard (NSG) is waging a battle against the invasive plant species, vilayati kikar, at its Manesar campus, located near the Delhi-Ajmer highway. These invasive trees have led to a depletion of the water table in the region. The NSG is also employing the Miyawaki …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: HT Context: Hemochromatosis is a rare genetic disorder characterized by iron overload, which can lead to severe dysfunction in various organs. There are two main types of hemochromatosis: hereditary hemochromatosis and secondary hemochromatosis.
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India, introduced the ‘A-HELP’ (Accredited Agent for Health and Extension of Livestock Production) program in the state of Jharkhand. This program aims to empower women by engaging them as Accredited Agents who play a vital role in disease …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Business Line Context: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has announced that the guidelines for the women-centric insurance distribution channel called “Bima Vahak” will become effective upon the launch of “Bima Vistaar,” an all-in-one standard insurance product currently under development. The primary objective of Bima Vahak is …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: The cashew industry in Goa recently received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, which has significant implications for the region. The GI tag signifies that Goan cashews have unique characteristics and qualities due to their geographical origin. Significance: Differentiation from Non-Goan Cashews Export Potential Economic Contribution: Cashew …
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Content for Mains Enrichment Source: WHO Context: On World Mental Health Day 2023 (October 10), WHO underscores the theme that “Mental health is a universal human right.” It advocates for mental health as a fundamental human right, emphasizing the need to protect individuals from mental health risks, provide accessible and quality care, and ensure …
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GS Paper 4 Syllabus: Applications of Ethics Source: IE Karthyayani Amma, an inspirational figure in Kerala’s adult literacy program, has passed away at the age of 101. In 2018, she gained widespread attention by becoming the top scorer in the state literacy mission’s Akshara Laksham project, which is the flagship adult literacy program. At …
GS2/GS3 Paper Syllabus: Government Policies and its Intervention Source: TH Context: The Digital India Act 2023 (DIA) is a significant move by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) to establish a future-ready framework for India’s digital ecosystem What is the Digital India Act (DIA) 2023? Need for the Digital India Act …
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