About SIM Swapping Scam
Context: Google Fi wireless has introduced a security feature called ‘Number Lock’. This new feature empowers users to take control and prevent a growing cybersecurity threat – SIM swapping. Relevance: GS III: Security challenges SIM Swapping Scam The SIM swapping scam is a sophisticated form of fraud that exploits vulnerabilities in the telecom system to […]
Climate Resilient Agriculture
Context: Recently, the Union government is planning to unveil a framework to promote climate-resilient agriculture in 50,000 villages located in climatically-vulnerable districts. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Climate Resilient Agriculture (CRA): Overview and Practices Definition Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture Impact of Extreme Events Practices to Enhance Climate Resilience Key Challenges Related to Climate […]
Bihar Government’s Request for Makhana MSP
Context: The Bihar government has urged the Centre to declare a Minimum Support Price (MSP) for makhana, an aquatic crop. Additionally, the state has highlighted the lack of manpower at the Darbhanga-based Indian Council of Agricultural Research — National Research Centre (ICAR-NRC) for Makhana. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Makhana (Fox Nuts) […]
NITI Aayog’s SDG India Index 2023-24 Highlights Progress
Context; The NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog has released its latest Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) India Index for 2023-24, showing significant progress in sustainable development across states and union territories of India. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Sustainable Development Goals Analysis Overview of Goal Progress Reduced Inequalities […]
Upper Siang Hydropower Project
Context: Locals are protesting against the Upper Siang hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Upper Siang Hydropower Project Location and Scope Project Management Pre-feasibility Report Strategic Importance -Source: The Hindu
Quantum Navigation vs. GPS: Key Differences
Context: The United Kingdom recently carried out two separate quantum navigation tests, one aboard a Royal Navy ship and another on a small jet plane. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Quantum Navigation vs. GPS: Key Differences Quantum Navigation What is GPS (Global Positioning System)? Overview -Source: The Print
Overview of NASA’s CHAPEA Project
Context: After a year-long simulated Mars mission as part of the CHAPEA project, a Nasa crew emerged from their 17,000 sq ft habitat at Johnson Space Centre. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Overview of NASA’s CHAPEA Project Purpose and Objectives Mission Structure Simulation Details Upcoming Missions -Source: Times of India
About the Squalus Hima
Context: Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) recently discovered a new species of deep-water dogfish shark Squalus hima from a fishing harbour in Kerala along the Arabian Sea. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Squalus Hima Discovery and Habitat Commercial Importance Distinguishing Features Comparison with Squalus lalannei -Source: The Hindu
Supreme Court’s Landmark Ruling on PwDs in Media
Context: In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court issued comprehensive guidelines to prevent stereotyping and discrimination against persons with disabilities (PwDs) in visual media, including films and documentaries. The guidelines were issued while hearing a plea to ban the film “Aaankh Micholi” for its derogatory portrayal of PwDs. However, the SC declined to interfere with […]
Delhi Urban Land and Immovable Property Records Bill 2024
Context: The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry (MoHUA) is working on a law – the Delhi Urban Land and Immovable Property Records Bill 2024, that would bring all urban land and building records in the national capital under a single Authority. Relevance: GS II Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Major Impediments in […]