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Why in the News ? Researchers have harnessed artificial intelligence (AI) to create oxygen-producing materials from meteorites found on Mars. This breakthrough, featured in Nature Synthesis, presents a proof of concept for generating oxygen and holds implications for future manned missions to Mars, where oxygen is vital for various applications. Source: Australian Academy of Science …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Recent U.S. data spanning 25 years highlights the significant decline in chickenpox and shingles cases among children, challenging prior fears of adverse consequences. Source: Medical News Today Chickenpox · Chickenpox, also known as varicella, is a highly contagious viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). · It primarily affects …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources GS 3 –Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Education and pollution, seemingly disparate realms, are intricately connected. While education is often seen as a societal panacea, it can inadvertently contribute to harmful practices, such …
Read MoreStructure of Answer Introduction · Briefly explain India’s growing trade deficit with China. Body · Mention Vulnerabilities in the Indian Economy and Governments interventions · Mention Geopolitical Shifts and Escalating Trade Deficit with China · Mention Measures Addressing the Vulnerabilities in Indian Economy Conclusion · Mention need for a comprehensive approach to ensure India’s …
Read MoreRelevance: GS3: Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment. Why in the News ? IMF’s Revised Projections The IMF’s semi-annual report for October 2023 revises India’s projected GDP growth rate for 2023-24 to 6.3%, a slight increase from the earlier estimate of 6.1%. This adjustment is viewed as …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI) is hosting an International Conference-cum-Exhibition on ‘Aerospace & Aviation in 2047’ in New Delhi on November 18 & 19, 2023. President Smt Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate the Conference-cum-Exhibition, marking the 75th anniversary of AeSI. Inaugural Session Highlights The inaugural session will witness the release of …
Read MorePrime Minister’s Roadmap: Expected in early 2024, the Prime Minister plans to unveil Vision India@2047, aiming for a developed nation with a USD 30 trillion economy by India’s 100th year of Independence. Initiated by NITI Aayog, India’s apex policy think tank. A two-year effort involving diverse ministries to strategize the country’s developmental trajectory. Source: The …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? On the second day of Chhath Puja celebrations, devotees observe the Kharna ritual in the evening. After offering prayers to the Sun God, devotees partake in Kheer as Prasad, marking the commencement of a 36-hour-long Nirjala fast during which they abstain from water. Chhath Puja in Bihar: Across Bihar, every …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights the importance of effectively addressing challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and deepfake technology. Expresses concern about the problematic misuse of AI in creating deepfakes, emphasizing the potential for misinformation and crises. Source: Forbes Deep Fake A deepfake refers to a type of synthetic media, …
Read MoreStructure of Answer Introduction · Briefly explain recent withdrawal of India’s National Medical Commission’s directive on generic prescribing and concerns associating the directive. Body · Mention Measures Addressing Accessibility Concerns with examples · Mention Measures Ensuring Quality of Pharmaceuticals, with examples · Mention role of various stakeholders in ensuring the accessibility and quality of pharmaceuticals …
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