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Relevance: Anthropology Optional: Man’s physiological responses to environmental stresses: hot desert, cold, high altitude climate GS 3 – Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Why in the News? Unique case of convergent evolution: People in the Andes & Tibet, despite being separated by vast distances, developed similar genetic adaptations …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Important International institutions, agencies and fora-their structure, mandate. Why in the News? India’s foreign policy achievements are clearly demonstrated in multiple regions, showcasing its diplomatic expertise. Given this, it is imperative for India to lead initiatives for a successful conclusion of the 13th WTO Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi, commencing on …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Separation of powers between various organs dispute redressal mechanisms and institutions. Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act. Focus: Afive-judge Constitution Bench …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Focus: Qatar has released eight veterans of the Indian Navy who were sentenced to death on espionage charges. Source:- The Hindu The recent electoral outcome in Pakistan marks a pivotal juncture in its political narrative, offering a rare opportunity …
Read MoreIsrael targeted an Iranian cargo in the Red Sea in retaliation for previous attacks on Israeli boats. A bomb hit the Iranian merchant tanker MV Saviz off the coast of Djibouti. The Red Sea is a semi-enclosed tropical basin bounded by north-eastern Africa to the west and the Arabian peninsula to the east. It extends …
Read More@newsonair – Tweeted By AIR News Using a Geosynchronous Launch Vehicle (GSLV), ISRO will launch a meteorological satellite into space on 16th February 2024 from Sriharikota’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre and the satellite will be launched by the agency using a rocket known as the “Naughty Boy” According to the ISRO, the GSLV-F14 will take …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Global Pulses Conference, attended by producers, processors, and traders, highlights the imperative for India to boost pulse production to meet its nutritional needs. Highlights of The Global Pulses Conference: Ministers Munda and Goyal highlight a 60% increase in pulse production from 2014 to 2024. Emphasis on partnership between NAFED and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Kosovo recently gained visa-free access to the Schengen zone, the world’s largest free movement area, marking a significant milestone. source:lotusrise The Schengen zone area: The zone is known after Schengen, the tiny Luxembourg village bordering France and Germany. Currently, it is an area encompassing 27 European countries that have officially abolished …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The GSLV-F14 carrying INSAT-3DS will launch from Sriharikota’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre at 5:35 p.m. tomorrow, according to ISRO. It marks the 16th GSLV flight and the 10th with the indigenous cryo stage, with the seventh operational flight featuring the indigenous cryogenic stage. Source:geospatial Objectives of INSAT-3DS Mission: INSAT-3DS will be …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India declined the demand for ‘data exclusivity’ during discussions with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) for a free trade agreement. India and FTA India’s withdrawal from the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) in November 2019 paused its engagement with FTAs, including the 15-member grouping involving Japan. What is FTA? FTAs …
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