Indian Navy’s Modernization for Undersea Operations
Context: The Indian Navy aims to enhance the capabilities of its Marine Commandos (MARCOS) for special undersea operations through the acquisition of indigenously-made swimmer delivery vehicles, also referred to as underwater chariots and midget submarines. Relevance: GS III: Defence and Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: Navy’s Acquisition Plans for Indigenous Undersea Chariots Key Features: […]
Climate Change Performance Index
Context: Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2024 was released on the sidelines of the ongoing COP28 at Dubai. India ranked 7th in this year’s Climate Change Performance Index, up one spot from the previous one. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: India’s Climate Action: Fourth Strongest Germanwatch Annual Performance Index: Top […]
The Global Climate 2011-2020 Report
Context: Few indicators capture the severity of the climate crisis as effectively as the condition of glaciers, a crucial element of the cryosphere. The World Meteorological Organization’s recent publication, “The Global Climate 2011-2020,” provides a comprehensive overview of the Earth’s reaction to greenhouse gas emissions. Relevance: GS3- Environment- Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Mains Question: […]
Calibrating a Strategy for India’s Future Growth
Context: India’s growth for the fiscal year 2023-24 is currently estimated at 7% by the Reserve Bank of India, while the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank have set it at 6.3%. Looking ahead, the IMF forecasts an annual growth of 6.3% up to 2028-29. India’s future growth strategy needs to be adjusted considering changing global […]
National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG)
Context: The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) recently signed a Memorandum of Common Purpose (MoCP) with the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative (MRCTI), which represents 124 cities/towns situated along the banks of the Mississippi River, the United States. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: National Mission for Clean […]
Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme
Context: Recently, the Union Raksha Rajya Mantri informed Lok Sabha that 16 defence technologies have been successfully developed/realised under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme: Empowering Indigenous Defence Technologies Initiative Overview: Objectives: Funding Support: Project Duration:
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Gemini AI model
Context: Recently, Google announced the launch of its latest, most powerful AI model, Gemini. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Gemini AI Model Multimodal Capabilities Accessibility Code Generation Model Sizes Gemini AI is available in three different sizes: Availability Future Developments -Source: Indian Express
What are Critical Minerals?
Context: Twenty blocks of critical minerals are currently on auction for commercial mining by the private sector. The bidding process began on November 29, and bids can be submitted until January 22 next year. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: What are Critical Minerals? Why is this resource critical? What is China […]
UNESCO Recognizes Garba as Intangible Cultural Heritage
Context: The Garba dance, a traditional Gujarati dance form, has been honored by UNESCO as part of the world’s Intangible Cultural Heritage. This recognition during the 18th Intergovernmental Committee session in Botswana marks the 15th Indian element to be listed, following Kolkata’s Durga Puja in 2021. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: […]