Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: World Wildlife Fund has confirmed the presence of gharials (Gavialis gangeticus) in Pakistan (Punjab). About the News: Gharials is a critically endangered crocodilian unique to the Indian subcontinent, that was once extirpated from the region. Experts have suggested that the gharial may have come into Pakistan …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: WMO Context: According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), global temperatures are now more likely than not to exceed the 1.5°C (2.7°F) warming threshold within the next five years. About the Finding: WMO’s Global Annual to Decadal Climate Update highlights a 66% chance of temporarily exceeding 1.5°C by …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) in India is being supported by seven major field studies conducted by the National Productivity Council (NPC). About the studies: Aim: These studies aim to enhance the fisheries sector and its contribution to the country’s GDP. Fields covered: The …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: The Central Government of India has introduced the Minimum Import Price (MIP) for apples in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) to protect the domestic industry from unfair competition and predatory pricing. What is MIP? MIP is a temporary measure implemented by a government to protect domestic industries from …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: The US government is facing a crucial issue regarding the debt ceiling. About Debt Ceiling:
Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: TH John Sullivan, a British administrator, played a crucial role in introducing tea cultivation in the Nilgiris hills. In 1834, the Tea Committee was formed in India with a focus on Assam and its surrounding regions. He also played a significant role in the development of the Nilgiris district …
Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: TH Kerala Tourism is planning to introduce heli-tourism to attract premium tourists. They have drafted guidelines for heli-taxi services connecting Kochi with popular tourist destinations like Thekkady, Munnar, and Kumarakom. The department aims to set up the necessary infrastructure through public-private partnership (PPP) to facilitate this initiative. Usage: …
Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: DTE About Kudumbashree: Usage: Such innovative schemes for grass root development, can be used to cite your arguments in Governance, women-related questions, and essays.
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Disaster management Source: DTE Context: The chir pine belt of Uttarakhand, India, faces significant forest fire challenges. What is Chir Pine Belt? It refers to an area characterized by the dominance of chir pine trees (Pinus roxburghii). It is found primarily in the state of Uttarakhand. The high presence …
GS Paper 1/2 Syllabus: Indian culture/Salient features of the Indian Constitution Source: IE Context: A five-judge Bench of the SC upheld the amendments made by TN, Maharashtra and Karnataka to The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act 1960, allowing bull-taming sports like Jallikattu, Kambala, and bullock-cart races. What is Jallikattu/eruthazhuvuthal? It …
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