Mapping Source: TH Context: The recent thaw in U.S.-Venezuela relations is due to Maria Corina Machado’s victory in the opposition primary and the Biden administration’s decision to ease sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and mining sectors in exchange for fair elections in 2024. Geopolitical shifts related to the Russia-Ukraine conflict also played a role. The …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TOI Context: The Amangarh Tiger Reserve, an extension of the Jim Corbett National Park, has seen a marginal increase in its tiger population. However, this growth in the tiger population has had unintended consequences for the leopards in the area. What is the Issue? The territorial nature of …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: In a recent discovery published in Nature, scientists found that haemoglobin, typically associated with red blood cells, is also produced by chondrocytes, the cells responsible for making cartilage in the body. What is haemoglobin? Haemoglobin is a Iron containing protein found in red blood cells that …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: Reliance Jio has successfully demonstrated JioSpaceFiber, India’s first satellite-based gigabit internet service, at the India Mobile Congress. This technology, developed in partnership with Luxembourg-based SES, leverages medium Earth orbit (MEO) satellites, particularly SES’s O3v and o3b mPOWER networks. How is it different from Elong Musk’s …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: The Rashtriya Gokul Mission, India’s initiative to enhance indigenous cattle breeds, has primarily promoted the Gir cow breed due to its high milk yield and adaptability. What is Gir Cow Breed? The Gir cow is an indigenous breed of cattle in India known for its high milk …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: India’s connection with Jerusalem traces back 800 years to the establishment of Baba Farid’s lodge. What is the story? Legend has it that Baba Farid, a Sufi saint from Punjab, meditated at this spot in Jerusalem, and Indian Muslims on their way to Mecca began visiting …
Content for Mains Enrichment (CME) Source: UNEP Context: The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has announced the 2023 Champions of the Earth, recognizing individuals and organizations for innovative solutions to combat plastic pollution. The award, the UN’s highest environmental honor, acknowledges efforts to address the global plastic crisis. Awardees and their contributions include: …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Indian Parliament Source: TH Context: The article discusses the need for impartiality and integrity in the functioning of Speakers in Indian parliamentary bodies. About Speaker: Issues with the functioning of speakers in India: Associated Cases: Kihoto Hollohan vs Zachillhu (1992): Minority judges argued that the Speaker’s power …
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GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Envirionment Conservation Source: IE Context: The transition to green energy in India is encountering challenges, especially in coal-rich states. While there’s a global focus on decarbonization and renewable energy (RE), coal continues to play a significant role in India’s energy landscape. What is Energy transition? Energy transition involves shifting …
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