High Inflation in Pulses Strains Consumers and Impacts Self-Sufficiency Goals
Context: Pulses recorded an annual retail inflation of 16.84% in April 2024, exacerbating consumer hardship, especially since pulses are seldom distributed through the public distribution system (PDS). Food inflation pressures, driven by an El Niño event and an election year, have reversed the nation’s progress towards achieving near self-sufficiency in pulse production. Relevance: GS III: […]
PIB Summaries 29 May 2024
CONTENTS High Inflation in Pulses Strains Consumers and Impacts Self-Sufficiency Goals Context: Pulses recorded an annual retail inflation of 16.84% in April 2024, exacerbating consumer hardship, especially since pulses are seldom distributed through the public distribution system (PDS). Food inflation pressures, driven by an El Niño event and an election year, have reversed the nation’s […]
Static Quiz 29 May 2024 (Indian Economy)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 29 May 2024
CONTENTS The Question of Palestine’s UN Membership Context: Israel’s conflict with Gaza has sparked numerous ethical, political, and diplomatic debates. A notable diplomatic issue drawing significant attention is Palestine’s renewed bid for United Nations (UN) membership. Ironically, this bid is stalled at the UN Security Council (UNSC), primarily due to the geopolitical considerations of the […]
Current Affairs Quiz 28 May 2024
India’s Trade Deficit with Major Trading Partners in FY 2023-24
Context: According to the latest data from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, India has recorded a trade deficit with 9 of its top 10 trading partners in the fiscal year (FY) 2023-24. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: India’s Foreign Trade: General Overview: Trading Partners: Historical Trends: Exports (Merchandise): Top Exports: […]
Stellaria Mcclintockiae
Context: Recently, a new plant species found on the high, muddy slopes of the Nelliyampathy hills in Kerala’s Palakkad district has been named as Stellaria mcclintockiae. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Stellaria mcclintockiae: A New Species Features Unique Characteristics: Conservation Status -Source: The Hindu
About Kumaon Himalayas
Context: Recently, the Supreme Court halted the 90 acres project in ecologically fragile and seismic-prone lower Himalayan ranges in the Kumaon hills of Uttarakhand. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Kumaon Himalayas Geographic Location Major Peaks and Lakes Key Hill Stations Cultural Significance Environmental Concerns Shiwalik Range Overview Elevation and Composition -Source: The Hindu
DD Kisan Introduces AI Anchors for Modernized Channel Presentation
Context: Recently, DD Kisan introduced two Artificial Intelligence anchors as part of its initiative to revamp the television channel’s presentation. Relevance: Facts for Prelims AI Anchors: AI Krish and AI Bhoomi Overview: Information Provided: Key Facts about DD Kisan: Overview: Functions and Goals: -Source: The Hindu
About BIMSTEC
Context: Recently, Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) has recently achieved an important milestone with the charter of the grouping coming into force on 20th May 2024. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (Foreign Policies affecting India’s Interests, Important International groupings), Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About BIMSTEC History of Formation of the BIMSTEC […]