Mapping Source: TH Context: Russian peacekeepers have commenced withdrawal from Nagorno-Karabakh following Azerbaijan’s recapture of the disputed territory last year. The withdrawal comes after Azerbaijan’s lightning one-day offensive last September, triggering a refugee crisis and altering the area’s demographic landscape. The move also reflects ruptured ties between traditional allies Russia and Armenia, with Armenia …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: NDTV Context: A fossil vertebrae discovered in Gujarat has been confirmed as belonging to the largest snake to have ever lived, named ‘Vasuki Indicus.’ Unearthed in 2005 by scientists from IIT-Roorkee, the snake is estimated to have been 11-15 meters (about 50 feet) in length and weighed around …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: DRDO inaugurated a Submersible Platform for Acoustic Characterisation and Evaluation (SPACE) at the Underwater Acoustic Research Facility in Kerala. Designed by the Naval Physical & Oceanographic Laboratory, SPACE is a premier testing and evaluation hub for sonar systems for the Indian Navy. It consists of two …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: HT Context: Nigeria has introduced the world’s first vaccine against all strains of meningitis (Men5CV vaccine), aiming to alleviate the disease burden in Africa’s meningitis belt. The Men5CV vaccine, approved by the WHO, safeguards against five strains of meningococcus bacteria in one shot, surpassing earlier vaccines. Its introduction …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: CNN Context: Astronomers have discovered the most massive known stellar black hole nicknamed “ Sleeping Giant” in the Milky Way galaxy, named Gaia BH3, located 1,926 light-years away in the Aquila constellation. Its mass is nearly 33 times that of the sun, making it the second-closest black hole …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Business Standard Context: Israel reportedly used GPS jamming to confuse Iran’s missile targeting teams ahead of Iran’s direct attack on Israel. This technique, similar to what the US allegedly did during India’s Kargil war in 1999, can hinder military operations by degrading GPS signals. The US initially employed …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: Nestlé’s baby food products in Asia, Africa, and Latin America were found to contain added sugars, while those sold in Europe did not. Added sugars in baby food pose health risks, including obesity and non-communicable diseases like diabetes. Excessive sugar intake can lead to unhealthy diets …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Economic Times Context: The Ministry of Finance has notified Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) regulations in the space sector under the Foreign Exchange Management Rules, allowing Indian space start-ups to access global capital. 74% FDI for satellite manufacturing, up to 49% for launch vehicles, and up to 100% for …
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Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: IE Context: Kusum Jain, a champion for children’s rights, founded the Parents Forum for Meaningful Education (PFME) to address injustices faced by school children. She fought against corporal punishment and challenged exam secrecy laws, aiming to ensure transparency and dignity for students. Despite facing challenges and personal …
GS1/ GS2 Paper Syllabus: Economic Geography/ Multilateral Treaties Source: Context: India recently concluded its first winter expedition to the Arctic in March 2024, marking a significant milestone in its Arctic exploration endeavours. What is an expedition? An expedition is a journey undertaken for a specific purpose, often involving exploration, scientific research, or achieving …
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