16Sep 2024

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Human-touch to India’s Mineral ecosystem

Syllabus GS 2: Government policies and interventions Why in the News? District Mineral Foundations has demonstrated significant community-based progress in mining-affected areas in India, completing its 10th year under the Prime Minister’s Mineral Sector Welfare Scheme. Introduction District Mineral Foundations (DMFs) is an example of Cooperative Federalism, which transformed India’s mineral wealth into local development. …

14Sep 2024

ICMR Collaborates with IIL to Develop Zika Vaccine

Why in the news? ICMR and IIL have partnered to develop India’s first Zika virus vaccine. Clinical trials are set to begin, marking a crucial step in combating the mosquito-borne disease. About the Zika Vaccine Development: The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has partnered with Indian Immunologicals Limited (IIL) to develop India’s first vaccine …

14Sep 2024

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Helium and Its Role in Rockets

Why in the news? Helium issues caused delays in SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission and affected NASA’s Starliner and other missions. The gas’s crucial role in rocket fuel systems and its leakage problems highlight industry challenges. Why Helium is Used in Rockets: Helium is inert (non-reactive) and lightweight, with an atomic number of 2, making …

14Sep 2024

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DRDO’s Successful Field Trials of Indian Light Tank ‘Zorawar’

Why in the news? DRDO’s successful field trials of the Indian Light Tank ‘Zorawar’ are newsworthy as they showcase the tank’s performance and mark a significant step towards India’s self-reliance in defence technology. Highlights of the Trial Outcomes: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has completed successful preliminary automotive trials for the Indian Light …

14Sep 2024

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Ministry of Environment Organises Montreal Protocol Dialogue

Why in the news? The Ministry of Environment organised a dialogue on the Montreal Protocol to highlight India’s success in ozone layer protection and advance climate action ahead of the 30th World Ozone Day. Event Overview: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change hosted a dialogue titled “Montreal Protocol: Advancing Climate Action” ahead of …

14Sep 2024

KVIC and NIFT Partner to Elevate Khadi Globally

Why in the news? Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) signed an MoU with NIFT under CoEK-2.0 to enhance Khadi’s global reach, focusing on design innovation, capacity building, and market expansion. About the KVIC-NIFT MoU for Khadi Development: KVIC and NIFT signed an MoU under the Khadi Centre of Excellence 2.0 (CoEK-2.0). Aim: Enhance Khadi’s …

14Sep 2024

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Port Blair Renamed Sri Vijaya Puram, Honoring History

Why in the news? Port Blair has been renamed as Sri Vijaya Puram, symbolising India’s efforts to remove colonial legacies and recognizing the Andaman Islands’ historical significance in both India’s freedom struggle and Chola naval history. About Port Blair Renamed as Sri Vijaya Puram: Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced Port Blair’s renaming to Sri …

14Sep 2024

Cutting co2 emissions in India’s transport sector by 71% by 2050: stratagies and impacts

Syllabus: GS-3: Environmental Pollution & DegradationIndustrial PolicyIndustrial GrowthInfrastructure GS-2: Government Policies & InterventionsIssues Relating to Development Focus: A new study by the World Resources Institute (WRI) India reveals that India’s transport sector could reduce CO2 emissions by up to 71% by 2050 if high-ambition strategies, including electrification, improved fuel efficiency, and a shift to cleaner …

14Sep 2024

The UN the World Needs

Relevance: GS 2 – Important International Institutions, agencies and fora – their Structure, Mandate. Why in the news? The global community has failed to solve conflicts such as the Ukrainian war and the situation in Gaza. The organization needs to rethink how it operates. Countries like India should be given a more prominent role and …

13Sep 2024

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Is universal basic income feasible for India?

Syllabus: GS-3; Employment , Government Policies and Interventions Focus: The concept of Universal Basic Income (UBI) has gained attention in India due to rising unemployment, automation, and growing income inequality. Debates are intensifying about whether UBI could provide a solution to these issues, especially given the challenges of jobless and job-loss growth. Current Employment Challenges …

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