About The Cholera
Context: Recently, UNICEF said that since 2017, a spike in conflict and displacement in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is pushing children into the worst cholera crisis. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: About Cholera Symptoms: Rapid Spread: Vaccination: Impact and Importance: Prevention and Control: Global Significance: Key Facts about […]
About Piripkura Tribe
Context: Recently, the last survivors of an Amazon rainforest tribe- Piripkura found in Brazil. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Piripkura Tribe: Guardians of Tradition in Amazon Rainforest Challenges and Isolation: Amazon Rainforest: Lifeline and Habitat: -Source: Indian Express
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Context: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the first vaccine that protects newborns from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: About Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Symptoms: Severity: Complications: Transmission: Risk Groups: Prevention: -Source: Live Mint
Public Tech Platform for Frictionless Credit
Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has initiated a pilot programme aimed at evaluating the feasibility of a ‘Public Tech Platform for Frictionless Credit’, seeking to facilitate seamless and efficient credit delivery by lenders for Credit Appraisal, and therefore boosting Financial Inclusion in India. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Public […]
Rising Methane Levels and Climate Transition: Concerns
Context: The increase in methane levels in the Earth’s atmosphere has prompted worries regarding the ongoing climate transition. The escalation of methane, a potent greenhouse gas, has led to discussions about the possibility of Earth undergoing a ‘termination-level transition’ akin to historical climate shifts. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Methane: […]
Committee on Stalled Real Estate Projects
Context: A 14-member committee. constituted to examine stalled real estate projects and recommend ways to complete them, submitted its report on August 21. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Committee on Stalled Real Estate Projects: Findings and Recommendations Major Findings: Major Recommendations: Implementation: Special Window for Affordable & Mid-Income Housing (SWAMIH) Scheme: […]
Global Initiative on Digital Health
Context: The World Health Organization (WHO) and the G20 India presidency announced a new Global Initiative on Digital Health (GIDH). Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Digital Health: Transforming Healthcare Through Technology Importance of Digital Health: Challenges in Digital Health: Global Initiative on Digital Health: Advancing Healthcare Transformation The Global Initiative on […]
North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme
Context: Recently, the cabinet gave approval for the continuation of the North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme (NESIDS) with an approved outlay of Rs. 8139.50 crore. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy, Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: About North East Special Infrastructure Development Scheme Nodal: Ministry of Development of North East Region. Objectives Beneficiaries Implementation Significance
What is Green Hydrogen?
Context: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently defined a clear Green Hydrogen Standard, which establishes emission thresholds for hydrogen production categorized as ‘green’. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Green Hydrogen and its Emission Threshold Definition of Green Hydrogen: Emission Threshold: Methodology and Monitoring: India’s Initiatives to Promote Green […]
Current Affairs Quiz 23 August 2023
