Mapping It has erupted, sending ash up to 3 kilometres into the air. The volcano, located in the Sunda Strait between Java and Sumatra islands, erupted in 2018 that caused a deadly tsunami. Anak Krakatau, which means “child of Kratakau,” is the offspring of the famous Krakatau, whose monumental eruption in 1883 triggered a period …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: SIPRI Context: The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has released its annual assessment, highlighting the increase in nuclear weapons as countries pursue force modernization and expansion plans. About SIPRI: Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (HQ: Solna, Stockholm, Sweden; est. 1966) is an independent international institute based in Stockholm. …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: The Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) has received approval from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) for its advanced wound care product called Cholederm. About Cholederm: It is a Class D medical device made from the extracellular matrix of a pig’s …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DST Context: Researchers at IIT Kanpur have developed India’s first 100% Dimethyl Ether (DME)-fuelled tractor/vehicle, marking a significant step towards a sustainable alternative fuel-based transport system. What is Dimethyl Ether? Dimethyl Ether (DME) is a renewable and clean-burning alternative fuel that can be used in various applications, including transportation. …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: The RBI has allowed a Default loss guarantee (DLG) (also called first Loss Default Guarantee (FLDG), a safety-net arrangement among banks, non-banking finance companies (NBFCs) and lending service providers (LSPs). LSPs: These are new-age technology platforms/ agents (of a bank or NBFC) in the lending space who …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: The Kari Ishad mango prominently grown in Ankola taluk of Uttara Kannada has bagged the Geographical Indication (GI) tag from the Geographical Indications Registry under the Union Government. According to the Geographical Indications Journal of the government, the Kari Ishad is accepted as one of the finest quality …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: Minister of State for Culture inaugurated an exhibition under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM) titled “Hamari Bhasha, Hamari Virasat” to celebrate the 75th International Archives. National Archives of India has made available the Gilgit Manuscripts written between the 5″ -6″ centuries CE, which is the oldest surviving manuscript …
Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: TH Ramachandra Guha’s book, “Rebels Against the Raj: Western Fighters for India’s Freedom,” has won the Elizabeth Longford Prize for Historical Biography 2023. The theme of the book: The book tells the story of seven foreigners who joined India’s freedom struggle against British rule. The book explores the lives …
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Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: TH The lower house of Japan’s parliament passed a bill aimed at promoting LGBTQ+ awareness. While support for LGBTQ+ rights has grown among the Japanese public, opposition remains strong within some sections of conservative institutions. However, recent surveys indicate majority support for legalizing same-sex marriage and other protections, …
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GS Paper ₹4 Syllabus: Ethical Values and their applications Source: TH, IE Context: Jack Dorsey, the former CEO of Twitter, claimed that the Indian government threatened to shut down the social media platform in the country. Issues highlighted: India made numerous requests related to the farmers’ protests and critical journalists, and the government …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, Robotics, Nano-technology, Bio-technology and issues relating to Intellectual Property Rights Source: TH Context: The 2023 annual G7 Summit, hosted by Japan (Hiroshima), initiated the Hiroshima AI Process (HAP) – an effort to determine a way forward to regulate artificial intelligence (AI). …
GS Paper 2 Source: TH Context: The United States has announced its decision to rejoin the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) and pay over $600 million in back dues. Background of the US and UNESCO issue: Significance of the US rejoining UNESCO: Financial boost: US contributed 22% of the agency’s …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Mechanisms for the Protection and Betterment of Vulnerable Sections Source: IE Context: Assistive technology – products, equipment, and systems that enhance learning, working, and daily living for persons with disabilities (PwD) – can aid PwD, enabling their full participation in urban life. Need for inclusive cities: India is urbanising …
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