Mapping Source: IE Context: The historic sea route between India and Sri Lanka has been revived with the launch of a passenger ferry service connecting Nagapattinam (India) and Kankesanthurai (Sri Lanka), approx. 110 Km distance, with the aim of strengthening bilateral relations, promoting tourism, and boosting local trade. Named ‘Cheriyapani,’ the service rekindles maritime links …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: The Prime Minister has “directed” the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to achieve several significant milestones recently
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Hindustan Times, WION
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has successfully tested a long-lasting male contraceptive called “Reversible Inhibition of Sperm Under Guidance” (RISUG). About RISUG: RISUG is a non-hormonal injectable male contraceptive that blocks the production of sperm by creating a physical barrier in the vas …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has unveiled an upgraded Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) with the aim of enhancing road safety and digital enforcement on National Highways and Expressways
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: The Union Education Ministry has introduced the concept of ‘One Nation, One Student ID,‘ referred to as APAAR ID, in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The APAAR ID, which stands for ‘Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry,’ is a digital identification system for students in …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Lok Sabha Speaker has referred a “cash-for-query” complaint made by a BJP MP against a Trinamool Congress member to the Ethics Committee of the Lower House. The complaint is based on evidence from an advocate, which he claims shows the exchange of bribes between the accused and …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The President of India presented the 69th National Film Awards in New Delhi. The National Film Awards were established in 1954 to encourage the production of films with high aesthetic and technical standards, and educational and cultural value. The awards were originally called “State Awards for Films”. …
Content for Mains Enrichment Source: TH
GS Paper 4 Syllabus: Applications of Ethics Source: TH Example 1: Indian superwomen Two women from Kerala, Sabitha and Meera Mohanan, working as caregivers for an elderly couple in Israel, became heroes during an attack by insurgents from the Hamas group. The Israeli Embassy in India hailed them as “Indian superwomen.” Sabitha described the …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: International Relations Source: TH Context: The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), led by Chinese President Xi Jinping, marked its 10th anniversary. What is the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)? The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is a global infrastructure development strategy launched by China in 2013. It aims to …
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