Mapping Source: BBC Japan is set to release treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean, a move that has been met with opposition from neighbouring countries. The water, which has accumulated since the 2011 tsunami that damaged the plant, will be released over 30 years after being filtered …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: ET Context: India’s largest power producer, NTPC Ltd, has begun a trial run of its first hydrogen bus in Leh as part of the Green Hydrogen Mobility Project. The programme: This initiative aims to achieve carbon-neutral status for Ladakh. NTPC plans to establish a hydrogen fuelling station, and …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Economic Times Context: India has established its 54th tiger reserve in the Karauli and Dholpur districts of Rajasthan, following approval from the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA). This new reserve marks Rajasthan’s fifth, joining the existing reserves of Ranthambore, Sariska, Mukundra Hills, and Ramgarh Vishdhari. The Dholpur-Karauli Tiger …
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Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: A report jointly released by the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) highlights a significant and concerning increase in the sales of ultra-processed foods in India over the past decade. The study shows that sales of items like …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: livescience Context: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to Pfizer’s vaccine, Abrysvo, aimed at safeguarding new-borns from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by vaccinating pregnant individuals during the latter stages of pregnancy. Abrysvo has been authorized for use in adults aged 60 and above to protect them …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: The Guardian Context: A study conducted by researchers at the University of Washington suggests that utilizing bacteria known as methanotrophs, which consume methane, could potentially slow down the rate of global heating. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas emitted from various sources including energy production, industry, agriculture, and …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: The western coast of the United States recently experienced Hurricane Hilary, which transformed into a sub-tropical storm upon reaching the US. This event led to the National Hurricane Centre (NHC) issuing its inaugural tropical storm watch for certain areas of Southern California. California had an exceptionally wet …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Business Line Context: A report by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology said that the IOD index has risen beyond the positive threshold. The IOD refers to temperature shifts in the Indian Ocean basin, impacting monsoons in India. A positive IOD event, characterized by warmer temperatures in the western basin, …
Content for Mains Enrichment Source: CivicScience What is Eco-anxiety? Eco-anxiety refers to a chronic fear or worry about environmental issues and the potential negative impacts of climate change. It is characterized by a sense of distress and anxiety related to the state of the planet’s environment, including concerns about the future well-being of ecosystems, …
GS Paper 4 Syllabus: Applications of Ethics Source: TH Context: As AI plays a growing role in decision-making, concerns arise about its ethical implications in governance. Ethics vs. Morality: Ethics is a broader and more systematic study of principles that guide behavior in a given context, while morality is the individual’s internalized sense …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Science and Technology: Space Science Source: IE, IE, TOI Context: The Chandrayaan-3 mission’s successful soft landing on the Moon marks India’s significant achievement, becoming the fourth nation in history to reach the lunar surface. Historical overview of ISRO’s major programs – satellites, launch vehicles, and planetary exploration. Challenges of …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Indian Economy, Unemployment Source: IE, IE Context: An analysis of employment data from the Centre for Monitoring the Indian Economy (CMIE) reveals that India’s workforce has undergone a significant ageing trend over the past seven years. Meaning of ‘India’s Workforce is Aging’: An ageing workforce basically means that if …
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GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Bilateral Relationship Source: TH Context:The article discusses the U.K.-India relationship and the opportunities it presents across various aspects. Various aspects of the India-UK relationship: The current major bilateral issues between India and the UK include: Extradition of Indian Economic Offenders: The issue pertains to the extradition of Indian economic …
