Source: TH Sixteen tigers have died in Uttarakhand, since January, prompting concern from the Environment Ministry. Currently, Uttarakhand has 3 active Tiger reserves (Corbett National Park, Kalagarh Tiger Reserve, and Rajaji Tiger Reserve) and 2 more will be open soon named Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary and Surai Range of Terai East. The State, at present, …
Mapping Source: TH China has inked an agreement with Pakistan to set up a 1,200-megawatt nuclear power plant Chashma-V at Chashma in the Mianwali district of Pakistan Punjab. The Chashma Nuclear Power Plant is a large commercial nuclear power plant covered under the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) monitoring and safeguards which also provides funding for the site expansion.
Source: TH Context: A new study suggests that the Arctic Ocean could be ice-free in summer by the 2030s, even with efforts to reduce emissions. What is the Blue Ocean Event? A “blue ocean event” refers to a situation in which the Arctic Ocean becomes ice-free during the summer, with the sea ice …
Source: Live Mint Context: R2 is a biomanufacturing facility in Karnataka, known for its precision fermentation technology. It produces proteins without the need for traditional livestock farming, offering potential benefits such as reduced greenhouse gas emissions, land conservation, and a decrease in animal cruelty. About Precision Fermentation: Precision fermentation involves using microbes to …
Source: BS Context: During Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the US, there has been an increase in both inbound foreign direct investment (FDI) to India and Indian investment in the US. What are FDI and FPI? FDI stands for Foreign Direct Investment, which refers to the investment made by a foreign …
Source: PIB Context: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Urban Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NULM) have partnered to empower women entrepreneurs. Aim: It is aimed at empowering women to make well-informed career choices in the field of entrepreneurship. Sectors covered: It will provide support to women starting or expanding their enterprises in …
Source: DTE Context: Inadequate dietary diversity and meal frequency contribute to child malnutrition in India, including stunting and micronutrient deficiencies. What is Minimum Dietary Diversity? Minimum Dietary Diversity (MDD) refers to a recommended standard set by the World Health Organization (WHO) for children aged 6-23 months. It suggests that during the previous day or …
Source: Economic Times Context: The Ministry of Women and Child Development in India has decided to integrate the women’s helpline and child helpline services with the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS-112) as part of the One Nation One Helpline vision. More about the News: The Childline service, which provides emergency outreach services for children …
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Source: TH Context: China has blocked a proposal at the United Nations to designate Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist Sajid Mir as a global terrorist. The proposal, moved by the U.S. and co-designated by India, aimed to blacklist Mir for his involvement in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. China had previously put a hold on the …
Source: PIB Context: The Ministry of Coal has announced the start of the Star Rating Registration process for Coal and Lignite Mines for the fiscal year 2022-23. Aim: It aims to promote competitiveness and sustainable mining by evaluating mines based on key parameters such as mining operations, environmental impact, technology adoption, economic performance, …
Source: HT Context: The Union Ministry of Culture expressed its intent to change the process of nomination for the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award. The Sahitya Akademi Awards: These are bestowed annually by the Sahitya Akademi – India’s National Academy of Letters, on writers of the most outstanding books of literary merit published in Any …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: A Mesolithic period rock painting depicting a person tilling a piece of land has been found in Orvakallu village in Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. Prehistoric rock paintings: The term ‘Prehistory’ refers to the distant past when there was no paper or language, and hence painting and drawing …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation Source: IE Context: The Centre has withdrawn the proposed draft of the Live-stock and Live-stock Product (Importation and Exportation) Bill, 2023. About the new Bill: The Bill is meant to replace …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Bilateral Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Source: TH Context: A mega defence deal for the manufacture of fighter jet engines in India is expected to dominate the agenda of the Indian PM’s ongoing official State Visit to the US. About the deal: It will allow American manufacturing …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Governance: Appointment process Source: IE Context: The Punjab Vidhan Sabha, under the AAP government, has passed the Punjab Police (Amendment) Bill, 2023. This bill aims to amend and replace certain clauses in The Punjab Police Act, 2007, regarding the appointment of the state Director General of Police (DGP). Major …
