Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO)
Context: NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) recently captured the image of India’s Chandrayaan-3 lander. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO): -Source: Indian Express
About the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC)
Context: Vijayawada Railway Station was awarded the ‘Green Railway Station’ certification with the highest rating of Platinum by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC). Relevance: Facts for Prelims About the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC): -Source: The Hindu
Name of the Nation – India or Bharat
Context: The invitations for the upcoming G-20 Summit in New Delhi have included a significant change. Rather than using the traditional “President of India,” the invitations now feature the term “President of Bharat.” This alteration has sparked discussions about the country’s nomenclature and its historical significance. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the […]
What is the Black Sea Grain Initiative?
Context: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said he was confident Russia would soon revive the Black Sea grain deal. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: What is the Black Sea Grain Initiative? The Black Sea Grain Initiative is a response to supply chain disruptions caused by Russia’s actions in the Black Sea region, […]
What is Hubble Constant?
Context: Recently, a group of researchers from India and the United States has introduced an innovative technique for estimating the Hubble constant and the rate at which the universe is expanding. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: What is Hubble Constant? Measuring the Hubble Constant Calculating the Hubble constant requires two […]
About The Impossible Trinity
Context: The Reserve Bank of India(RBI) and Indian investors are facing a challenge in overcoming the “impossible trinity”. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Impossible Trinity: The Impossible Trinity, also known as the trilemma, is a concept in international economics and monetary policy. It posits that an economy cannot simultaneously pursue three […]
Impact of Human Activities on El Nino and La Nina Events
Context: A recent study highlights concerns regarding the influence of human activities on El Nino and La Nina events. It suggests that the Walker Circulation has shifted since the industrial era, potentially leading to an increased occurrence of multi-year El Nino and La Nina events. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Walker Circulation: […]
About The Measuring Unemployment in India
Context: According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), India’s unemployment rate was 6.1% in 2017 (the highest ever recorded) and the PLFS of 2021-22 showed unemployment reducing to 4.1%. The article highlights the difficulties of measuring unemployment in India, which reduced between 2017-2022, but still higher than some developed economies (US – ~3.5%). Relevance: GS […]
Infrastructure Boost Is Driving India’s Economic Growth
Context: In the 76 years since gaining independence, there has been consistent advancement in infrastructure development in India. This progress has entailed the construction of vital assets in crucial sectors. With a dedicated emphasis on fortifying its infrastructure, India has been reshaping its urban and rural areas into hubs of innovation, connectivity, and economic vitality. […]
Bridging the Malnutrition Gap The Bemetara Way
Context: It is believed that simplicity represents the highest form of sophistication. Through our experiences, we have learned that simple concepts are not always easy to implement but frequently yield the most successful results. Given this perspective, providing guidance on dietary and feeding habits while tracking individuals’ progress can have a profound impact and significantly […]