Djibouti Launches Pilot Program with GM Mosquitoes to Combat Malaria
Context: Djibouti, an East African nation, is taking a bold step in the fight against malaria by deploying genetically modified (GM) mosquitoes. This pilot program, launched in May 2024, represents a significant milestone in the battle against this deadly disease. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Why Use Genetically Modified (GM) Mosquitoes for […]
Forest Fires in Brazil’s Amazon Rainforest
Context: Recently, Brazil’s Amazon rainforest has experienced its largest forest fires on record in the first four months of 2024. These fires have been fueled by a record drought in the Amazon region, driven by the El Nino climate phenomenon and global warming, leading to extremely dry conditions. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions […]
India to Resume Wheat Imports and Remove Import Tax
Context: India, the world’s second-largest wheat producer, plans to resume wheat imports after a six-year hiatus to replenish depleted reserves and control rising prices, following three consecutive years of disappointing crops. The country is likely to remove a 40% import tax on wheat, permitting private traders to purchase from countries like Russia, albeit in small […]
PIB Summaries 03 June 2024
CONTENTS Heatwaves In India Context: PM reviews the situation of ongoing heat wave in the country and preparedness for onset of monsoon. Relevance: GS III- Environment (Climate change) Dimensions of the Article: About Heat Wave Criteria for Heat Waves Health Impacts
Current Affairs 03 June 2024
CONTENTS India to Resume Wheat Imports and Remove Import Tax Context: India, the world’s second-largest wheat producer, plans to resume wheat imports after a six-year hiatus to replenish depleted reserves and control rising prices, following three consecutive years of disappointing crops. The country is likely to remove a 40% import tax on wheat, permitting private […]
Static Quiz 03 June 2024 (History)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 03 June 2024
CONTENTS Trafficking of Babies in India Context: Criminal activity is largely driven by a combination of socio-economic factors—poverty on one side and wealth on the other—along with unmet needs or desires. The recent interstate baby smuggling racket uncovered by the Telangana police should be viewed through this lens. While headlines occasionally highlight baby smuggling rackets, […]
Asian Development Bank ADB
Context: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has made a significant commitment of USD 2.6 billion in sovereign lending (important source of financing for countries around the world) to India in 2023, focusing on various development projects and initiatives. Relevance: GS II- Inter Groupings Dimensions of the Article: About Asian Development Bank (ADB): -Source: The Economic Times
Pre-Packaged Insolvency Resolution Process
Context: The Pre-packaged Insolvency Resolution Process (PPIRP) has resulted in the full settlement of operational creditors’ claims in five cases. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy About Pre-packaged Insolvency Resolution Process: Introduction: Purpose: Process: Initiation: Significance: -Source: The Economic Times
India to Use Food Irradiation to Mitigate Onion Shortages Amid Declining Output
Context: To prevent shortages and price hikes, the Indian government plans to utilize radiation processing (food irradiation) to extend the shelf life of a 100,000 tonne onion buffer stock. This initiative comes as India, a major onion exporter, faces a 16% decline in onion output for the 2023-24 season, reducing production to an estimated 25.47 […]