Current Affairs 01 March 2024
Contents: India to Build Its First Semiconductor Fabrication Unit Context: The Union Cabinet has recently approved three semiconductor proposals amounting to ₹1,25,600 crore in value in Gujarat and Assam. Relevance: GS Paper 3: Semiconductor Industries Dimensions of the Article: Semiconductor chips: what are they? Previous Attempts: Challenges in Chip Warfare: The following are the main […]
Empowering Grassroots Innovation for Progress
Context: The progress of our nation, comparable to the wheels of progress, relies on the driving force of science and technology. Since gaining independence, Bharat has witnessed significant advancements, largely attributed to the strides in scientific innovation made by our scientific community. This advancement is evident across critical sectors essential to human life, such as agriculture, food, […]
Protests Stress Need for Climate-Smart Agriculture
Context: The ongoing agricultural demonstrations, initiated on February 13th, have already resulted in five fatalities and caused economic losses in Delhi amounting to 300 crores. Unfortunately, since 2020, farmer protests have become a recurring occurrence not only in Delhi and Punjab but throughout India. According to estimates from consultancy firm Verisk Maplecroft, India has witnessed the largest […]
Semiconductor Mission In India
Focus: GS III- Science and Technology Why in News? The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of three semiconductor units under ‘Development of Semiconductors and Display Manufacturing Ecosystems in India. What are Semiconductors? About India Semiconductor Mission Vision: Significance:
International Big Cat Alliance
Focus: GS III- Environment and Ecology Why in News? The Union Cabinet approved the establishment of International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) with headquarters in India. The initiative is supported with a one-time budgetary support of Rs.150 crore for a period of five years from 2023-24 to 2027-28. About International Big Cat Alliance:
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PIB Summaries 01 March 2024
Contents: International Big Cat Alliance Focus: GS III- Environment and Ecology Why in News? The Union Cabinet approved the establishment of International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) with headquarters in India. The initiative is supported with a one-time budgetary support of Rs.150 crore for a period of five years from 2023-24 to 2027-28. About International Big […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 01 March 2024
CONTENTS Protests Stress Need for Climate-Smart Agriculture Context: The ongoing agricultural demonstrations, initiated on February 13th, have already resulted in five fatalities and caused economic losses in Delhi amounting to 300 crores. Unfortunately, since 2020, farmer protests have become a recurring occurrence not only in Delhi and Punjab but throughout India. According to estimates from […]