Non-state Actors are a Threat to World Peace
Context: The assault on Israel bears a striking resemblance to events like 26/11 and, to some extent, 9/11. In both cases, there was a use of sea and air incursions into a sovereign state, coupled with coordinated planning and execution of attacks—similar elements observed in the recent strikes in Tel Aviv by Hamas. Relevance: GS2- International Relations […]
India’s Farm Machinery has Global Market
Context: The global agricultural sector is grappling with a labor shortage due to urban migration, with India witnessing a decline in farm workers. To address this, there has been a worldwide increase in the use of farming machinery for precise and timely field activities. Relevance: GS3-Agriculture, E-technology in the aid of farmers. Mains Question: Analyse […]
World Habitat Day 2023
Context: In 2023, World Habitat Day (WHD), was celebrated on 2nd October. This annual global observance has come a long way focusing on the evolution of urban development, sustainability, and the role of cities in economic growth. Relevance: Facts for Prelims World Habitat Day: Origin: Theme 2023:
Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister has bowed to Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan on his birth anniversary. Relevance: GS I- Modern History Dimensions of the Article: About Jayaprakash Narayan Congress Socialist Party of JP Narayan 1939-1979 Total revolution:
Open Pit Mining
Dancing Frogs
Context: According to the Wildlife Trust of India the dancing frogs are the most threatened amphibian genus of India. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Dancing Frogs: Behavior: Ecological Significance:
About The Baiga Tribe
Context: Recently, the Baiga Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) became the second to get habitat rights in the state of Chhattisgarh. Relevance: GS II: Vulnerable Sections Dimensions of the Article: Baiga Tribe: Habitat Rights: Habitat rights recognition bestows upon a community specific rights over their customary habitation territory. These rights encompass socio-cultural practices, economic and […]
GI tag for Arunachal Yak Churpi
Context: Arunachal Pradesh has recently received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for Arunachal Yak Churpi, Khaw Tai (Khamti rice), and Tangsa textile. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Unique Characteristics of Arunachal Yak Churpi: Distinctive Features of Khaw Tai (Khamti Rice): Special Characteristics of Tangsa Textile: Geographical Indications (GI) Tag Definition and Importance: Administration and […]
About Indian Ocean Rim Association
Context: Sri Lanka is set to take over the chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) during the 23rd Council of Ministers’ Meeting scheduled for 11th October, 2023, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It will hold the chairmanship of the association from 2023 to 2025. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About Indian Ocean Rim Association: Priority areas Indian Ocean Rim […]
RBI’s Decision in the Recent MPC Meeting: Keeping Repo Rate Unchanged
Context: Recently, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its bimonthly Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Meeting has retained benchmark interest rates unchanged for the 4th time in a row. The MPC kept the policy Repo Rate Unchanged at 6.50%. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Takeaways from the MPC Meeting In the most recent MPC (Monetary Policy Committee) meeting, several […]