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06Jan 2024

RESHAPED BY AI

Principle 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 …

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06Jan 2024

IS HIGHER EDUCATION OUT OF TOUCH WITH THE SKILL REQUIREMENTS IN THE JOB MARKET?

Relevance: 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 …

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05Jan 2024

Prithvi Vigyan Scheme

@ 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 …

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05Jan 2024

PM SHRI Yojana

News 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 …

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05Jan 2024

UNDERSTANDING THE PEACE PACT WITH ULFA

Formation 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 …

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05Jan 2024

UPSKILLING FOR THE RURAL YOUTH?

Rural 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 …

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05Jan 2024

SIX SPACE MISSIONS TO BE EXCITED FOR IN 2024

Europa 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 …

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05Jan 2024

CO2 LEVELS INDICATING HABITABILITY

Focus: 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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05Jan 2024

SPACEX TO LAUNCH INDIA’S GSAT-20: BROADBAND SATELLITE MISSION

Why in the News? New Space India Ltd. (NSIL), ISRO’s commercial arm, will launch GSAT-20 using SpaceX’s Falcon-9 in Q2 2024. Source: PIB About GSAT – 20 : GSAT-20 is a high-throughput Ka-band satellite, fully owned by NSIL. Weighing 4,700 kg, GSAT-20 offers Ka-Ka band HTS with 32 beams for pan-India coverage. It provides an …

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05Jan 2024

CYBERCRIME COMPLAINTS ORIGIN

Why in the News? About 50% of daily cybercrime complaints reported to the national cybercrime helpline originate from China. Additionally, pockets of cybercriminal activities are identified in Cambodia and Myanmar. Rajesh Kumar, CEO of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, revealed this trend during a press conference. Source: StealthLabs About Rising Cybercrime Incidents: India records …

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