Surge in Coal Based Power Generation
Focus: GS-III Indian Economy, Industry and Infrastructure Why in News? The coal based power generation in India has made a commendable progress from April to January 2024 registering a growth of 6.60 % in power generation compared to the corresponding period in the previous year. What is Coal? What is the extent of India’s […]
Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Punya Tithi
Focus: GS I- Important Personalities Why in News? The Prime Minister of Indian paid tributes to Veer Savarkar on his Punya Tithi on 26 February. About Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Nationalism and social reforms: Related Organisations and Work: Abhinav Bharat Society (Young India Society) Hindu Mahasabha Free India Society
Current Affairs 27 February 2024
Contents: Maoist insurgency in Chhattisgarh Context: A joint team of security forces comprising District Reserve Guards (DRG), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Border Security Force (BSF) killed three Maoists during an operation in the Abujhmad area of Chhattisgarh’s Kanker district. Relevance: GS-III: Internal Security Challenges (Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism, Left-Wing Extremism) Dimensions of the […]
Static Quiz 27 February 2024 (Modern Indian History)
PIB Summaries 27 February 2024
Contents: Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Focus: GS I- Important Personalities Why in News? The Prime Minister of Indian paid tributes to Veer Savarkar on his Punya Tithi on 26 February. About Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Nationalism and social reforms: Related Organisations and Work: Abhinav Bharat Society (Young India Society) Hindu Mahasabha Free India Society Surge in Coal […]
About The Sub-National Climate Fund
Context: A delegation from the World Bank has arrived in Goa for talks with the state govt to set up the first sub-national climate resilient green fund. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Sub-national Climate Fund: Advancing Climate Resilient Solutions Global Blended Finance Initiative: Mission: Financial Model: Structure: Governance: -Source: The Hindu
About Sammakka-Saralamma Jatara
Context: Recently, the union Minister for Tribal Affairs visited the Sammakka- Saralamma Maha Jatara, in Medaram, Mulugu district of Telangana. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Sammakka-Saralamma Jatara: Commemorating Tribal Devotion in Telangana Alternative Name: Tribal Goddess Honoring Festival: Historical Context: Geographical Setting: Frequency and Timing: Rituals: Cultural and Heritage Significance: -Source: The Hindu, PIB
About The Virtual Private Network
Context: Recently, Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) passed a rule mandating VPN (virtual private network) providers to record and keep their customers’ logs for 180 days. Relevance: GS III- Science and Technology, Cyber Security Dimensions of the Article: What is a VPN ? Why do people use VPN? Why is anonymity or privacy so important […]
Concerns over Interpol’s Notice System Misuse
Context: Recently, there has been growing apprehension regarding the potential misuse of Interpol’s notice system, particularly focusing on the less scrutinized blue corner notices compared to their red counterparts. The number of blue notices has witnessed a significant increase over the past decade, leading to concerns raised by critics who argue that these notices are […]
Rising Emphasis on Nutrition Security Fuels Surge in Horticulture Farming in India
Context: In recent times, there has been a notable change in dietary preferences in India, emphasizing nutrition security over simple calorie intake. To cater to the changing dietary requirements of a growing population, horticulture farming is witnessing a significant increase nationwide. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Overview of Horticulture Farming: Classifications: […]