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Why in the News? Recently, Shippers, exporters, and freight forwarders requested additional security measures in the Red Sea trade route during a meeting led by Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal. Source: The Indian Express Previous reports suggested that freight rates for Indian shipments to Europe and Africa could increase by 25-30% if security issues in the …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Recently, Nepal signed a long-term agreement for the export of power to India. Source: The Indian Express Nepal and India signed a long-term agreement for the export of 10,000 MW of power to India over the next decade. An MoU for cooperation in renewable energy was also inked. The agreements were …
Read MorePrinciple of territorial sovereignty is transforming into digital sovereignty. No tech governance can ignore this Relevance: GS 3 Science and Technology- developments Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology. Why in News: Recently, UNESCO called for regulations on AI use in schools. Source- IE In a world …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Why in News: Recent reports by private agencies state that fewer than half of India’s graduates were employable in 2021. Source- The Hindu Reports indicating low employability rates among graduates and a high unemployment rate raise concerns …
Read More@ NEWSONAIR FILE PIC News The government has chosen to spend 4,797 crore rupees to implement the comprehensive PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI) scheme. The program consists of five active sub-schemes: Ocean Services, Modeling Application, Resources and Technology (O-SMART); Polar Science and Cryosphere Research (PACER); Seismology and Geosciences (SAGE); Atmosphere and Climate Research-Modelling Observing Systems and Services …
Read MoreNews PM SHRI Schools were introduced in the state by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and the launch ceremony in Lucknow was virtually attended by participants from 928 locations. The first phase of the PM SHRI program will upgrade and modernize 928 government schools in Uttar Pradesh, including …
Read MoreFormation of ULFA and Initial Demands: Emerged from the Assam Agitation of 1979, expressing concerns about illegal immigration. Formed on April 7, 1979, by radicals like Arabinda Rajkhowa, Anup Chetia, and Paresh Baruah. Aimed at establishing a sovereign Assam through armed struggle. Source: India Today Peace Process and Agreement Details: Pro-talks faction signed a tripartite …
Read MoreRural Youth Aspirations: Overview: In a Life Skills Collaborative discussion, rural youth preferred staying in villages despite urbanization trends. Urbanization Challenges: Crucial to address the needs of those choosing rural life despite projections of 50% urban population by 2047. Agrarian Shift and Employment Challenges: Primary Livelihood: Farming is the primary rural livelihood, but a significant …
Read MoreEuropa Clipper Mission: Objective: NASA’s mission to explore Jupiter’s moon, Europa, aims to study its icy shell, surface geology, subsurface ocean, and potential habitability for extraterrestrial life. Launch Window: Scheduled for October 10, 2024, using SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, with arrival at the Jupiter system expected in 2030. Significance: The mission introduces a novel habitability …
Read MoreFocus: Research suggests that lower CO2 levels in a planet’s atmosphere compared to neighbouring planets could indicate the presence of liquid water. About the Research: Research Findings: Lower carbon dioxide levels in a planet’s atmosphere compared to neighbouring planets may suggest the presence of liquid water. Implications of CO2 Drop: Indicates potential absorption by an …
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