Coal Gasification Overview
Context: The Ministry of Coal, Government of India, is set to host an Industry Interaction in Hyderabad aimed at fostering the development and proliferation of coal/lignite gasification projects across the nation. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Coal Gasification Overview Process Description: Utilization of Syngas: Environmental Benefits: Potential Impact:
Sangam: Digital Twin Initiative Overview
Context: Recently, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has unveiled the ‘Sangam: Digital Twin’ initiative. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Sangam: Digital Twin Initiative Overview Proof of Concept (PoC): Aim and Objectives: Digital Twin Technology: Technological Integration: Vision 2047:
PIB Summaries 17 February 2024
CONTENTS Sangam: Digital Twin Initiative Context: Recently, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has unveiled the ‘Sangam: Digital Twin’ initiative. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Sangam: Digital Twin Initiative Overview Proof of Concept (PoC): Aim and Objectives: Digital Twin Technology: Technological Integration: Vision 2047: Coal Gasification Context: The Ministry of Coal, Government of India, […]
Kaji Nemu: Overview
Context: Recently, the Assam government declared the GI-tagged ‘Kaji Nemu’ (Citrus Limon) as the State Fruit. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Kaji Nemu: Overview Characteristics: Popularity and Export: Culinary and Medicinal Use: Cultivation: Nutrient Powerhouse: Citrus Diversity in Assam: Geographical Indication (GI) Tag: -Source: The Hindu
Pallava Dynasty Overview
Context: Archaeologists recently discovered an eighth-century Kotravai sculpture, an artifact that dates back to the Pallava period, near Ulundurpet, Tamil Nadu. Relevance: GS I: History Pallava Dynasty Overview Historical Period: Territorial Rule: Religious Patronage: Origins: Cultural Contributions: Religion: Decline: -Source: The Hindu
UN World Restoration Flagships
Context: The United Nations named seven initiatives from across Africa, Latin America, the Mediterranean and Southeast Asia as the intergovernmental organisation’s World Restoration Flagships. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: UN World Restoration Flagships Overview Initiation and Leadership: Objective: Award Recognition: Global Commitments: Seven Recognized Initiatives: Restoring Mediterranean Forests Initiative: Living Indus […]
Cassini Spacecraft Overview
Context: Recent findings from data collected by NASA’s Cassini spacecraft reveal the presence of a vast ocean beneath the icy surface of Saturn’s moon Mimas. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Cassini Spacecraft Overview Mission Background: Launch Date: Components: Spacecraft Details: Mission Highlights: Key Facts about Mimas Position and Size: Surface […]
Joint Inauguration of UPI and RuPay Services
Context: The Prime Minister of India, alongside the President of Sri Lanka, Mr. Ranil Wickremesinghe, and the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Mr. Pravind Jugnauth, jointly inaugurated the launch of Unified Payment Interface (UPI) services in Sri Lanka and Mauritius, along with the introduction of RuPay card services in Mauritius. This collaborative effort signifies a significant […]
Bharat Ratna Awardees – Diverse Contributions
Context: India’s highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna, is poised to be bestowed upon five distinguished individuals for their outstanding contributions to politics, governance, and agriculture. The recipients, including Karpoori Thakur, Mankombu Sambasivan (MS) Swaminathan, Pamulaparthi Venkata (P. V.) Narasimha Rao, Lal Krishna Advani, and Chaudhary Charan Singh, have left indelible marks in their respective […]
Female Genital Mutilation
Context: Recently, the UN agencies stated that in 2024, nearly 4.4 million girls are at risk of female genital mutilation around the world. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Understanding Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) FGM Status in India Challenges in Eradicating FGM Global Initiatives Against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) Sustainable Development Goal 5.3 and the Way […]