Mapping Source: TOI Context: India’s longest rail tunnel T-50, part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), was inaugurated in Jammu and Kashmir. The tunnel, named T-50, spans 12.77 km and is considered one of the most challenging aspects of the project. Additionally, construction progress is being made on the Silkyara-Barkot tunnel project in Uttarkashi, …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: PIB Context: The Union Cabinet, approved the continuation of the centrally sponsored Scheme, the Flood Management and Border Areas Programme (FMBAP), with a total outlay of Rs. 4,100 crore for a period of 5 years from 2021-22 to 2025-26. The scheme comprises two components: Flood Management Programme …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: The Union Cabinet, approved amendments to the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy in the space sector, allowing 100% FDI to attract investors to Indian companies in space. Under the amended policy, up to 74% FDI is permitted under the automatic route for satellite-related activities, and up to …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: WION Context: ISRO has achieved a significant milestone in its Gaganyaan mission by completing the human rating of its CE20 cryogenic engine, which powers the cryogenic stage of the human-rated LVM3 launch vehicle. Human-rating refers to rating a system that is capable of safely transporting humans This achievement comes …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: BBC Context: Experts warn that the development of Great Nicobar into a shipping hub and tourist destination could lead to the extinction of the indigenous Shompen tribe. The $9 billion development plan could introduce 650,000 people to the island, increasing the risk of contact and diseases that could devastate …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: The Delhi High Court upheld alterations to Adoption Rules under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, clarifying that the right to adopt children is not a fundamental right. The ruling came in response to a case concerning regulations barring parents with two …
Content For Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: BBC Context: At Uphall Primary School in Ilford, East London (United Kingdom), a different approach to discipline is taken. Headteacher Dr Kulvarn Atwal believes in not shouting at pupils or resorting to detentions or suspensions. Instead, misbehaving children are given learning opportunities through discussions about their actions, emotions, …
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GS1/GS2 Paper Syllabus: Issues Related to Women Context: The Supreme Court of India declared (in Selina John’s case) rules penalizing women employees for getting married as unconstitutional, citing gender discrimination and inequality. Background of the case: The case involved former lieutenant Selina John, who was discharged from the Military Nursing Service for getting married. …
