PIB Summaries 15 January 2025
Content: Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal launches National Turmeric Board Context: The National Turmeric Board (NTB) has been launched by the Union Minister for Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, with its headquarters in Nizamabad, Telangana. The board aims to boost turmeric production, ensure farmer welfare, enhance exports, and develop new […]
Static Quiz 15 January 2025 (Modern History)
How the draft rules for implementing data protection falls short
Context of the Draft Rules: Relevance : GS 2(Governance ) Lack of Detail in Draft Rules: Shortcomings in User Rights: Shortcomings in Protecting Children’s Data: Overall Evaluation: Call to Action:
Should voter IDs be linked with Aadhaar?
Context of the Debate: Relevance: GS 2(Governance) History of the Proposal: Implementation & Challenges: Pros of Linking EPIC with Aadhaar: Cons and Concerns: Way Forward: Conclusion: Linking Voter IDs with Aadhaar could help eliminate duplicate entries but requires careful handling of privacy concerns, accuracy of data, and voluntary participation. Public awareness and updated forms are […]
The reforms needed in the MEA
India’s Rising Global Stature: Relevance : GS 2(Governance) Challenges Faced by the MEA: Recommendations for Improvement: Issues with Diplomatic Expertise: Technological Adaptation: Positive Steps Taken: Looking Ahead:
Studies Shed new light on how genes are made
Gene Duplication and Evolution: Relevance : GS 3(Science ) Recent Research on Gene Duplication: Exogenous DNA and Incipient Genes: Gene Retention in Evolution: Key Concepts of Gene Function and Structure: Implications for Evolutionary Biology:
Companies look to localise data storage telecom tech
Shift to Localisation: Relevance : GS 2(Governance ) Key Players: Data Localisation and Regulation: Optical Transceiver Market Growth: Challenges and Opportunities: Cost and Security Considerations: Industry Support:
Kerala’s maternal mortality ratio climbs as fertility levels fall to a new low
Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) Trends: Relevance : GS 2(Governance) Declining Births: Impact of Declining Fertility: Demographic Transition: Social and Economic Consequences: Delayed Childbearing and Increased Risks: Population Data and Reporting Concerns: Health Department’s Response:
ISRO overcomes drift, nudges satellites closer
Context : ISRO is attempting to dock two satellites (SDX01 – Chaser, SDX02 – Target) in space as part of the SPaDeX mission, designed to demonstrate spacecraft rendezvous, docking, and undocking technologies. Relevance : GS 3(Space) Launch Details: The PSLV C60 rocket launched the two satellites into space on December 30, 2024, from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, […]
Current Affairs Quiz 13 January 2025
