Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: UNESCO Context: UNESCO has added 18 new sites to its Global Geoparks network, bringing the total to 213 across 48 countries. These new geoparks are located in Belgium, the Netherlands, Brazil, China, Croatia, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Poland, Portugal, and Spain. Each geopark showcases unique geological features …
Mapping Source: TNIE Context: Recent surveys show an increase in vulture numbers, highlighting the Moyar Valley’s importance as a nesting site for critically endangered Gyps vultures About Moyar Valley: It is located in Mudumalai Tiger Reserve and is the only region with the largest nesting colony of Gyps vultures in the wild. This …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Skyroot Aerospace successfully conducted a test firing of the Stage-2 propulsion system, named Kalam-250, of the Vikram-1 space launch vehicle. Stage 2 is crucial for propelling the launch vehicle from the atmospheric phase to outer space. The Kalam-250 utilizes high-strength carbon composite materials and a solid fuel …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: CERN Context: CERN has introduced the White Rabbit Collaboration to promote the adoption of its White Rabbit (WR) technology, initially developed to synchronize devices in particle accelerators with sub-nanosecond precision. This technology has applications beyond particle physics and has been incorporated into the Precision Time Protocol (PTP) standard. Unlike …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a global network of laboratories named CoViNet, aimed at identifying and monitoring potential novel coronaviruses. CoViNet will not only focus on SARS-CoV-2 but also assess other coronaviruses like MERS-CoV, enhancing laboratory capabilities. The network will include animal health and environmental …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: The IRRI-South Asia Regional Centre (ISARC) aims to develop rice varieties with low methane emissions and improve the productivity of nutritious rice. ISARC is promoting agronomic practices like Dry Seeded Rice (DSR) and Alternate Wet and Drying (AWD) to achieve these goals. The focus was discussed during …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DD NEWS Context: India, leading the Group of Friends (GOF) comprising 40 member states, convened a meeting to discuss strategies for strengthening legal frameworks against crimes targeting peacekeepers. India launched a new database hosted on the Unite Aware platform to record crimes against peacekeepers and monitor accountability efforts. The …
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GS2/ GS3 Paper Syllabus: Government Policies and Interventions Source: IE Context: The article evaluates welfare and social protection programs in India, noting progress but also highlighting shortcomings What is Social Security? Social security is a system implemented by societies/governments to provide individuals and households with financial assistance and support during times of need …
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