About the Artificial Sweetener
Context: A World Health Organization’s (WHO) committee categorised artificial sweetener aspartame as “possibly carcinogenic to humans”. However, another committee simultaneously assessing the levels that can be safely consumed has said there is no need to reduce the previously established acceptable daily intake (ADI) for the sweetener. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Low-Calorie/Artificial Sweeteners: How […]
What are Non Fungible Tokens?
Context: NFTs are gaining massive popularity now because they are becoming an increasingly popular way to showcase and sell digital artwork. Relevance: GS III- Indian Economy (Money and Banking) Dimensions of the Article: What are Non fungible tokens( NFTs)? Who can buy NFTs? How do NFTs work? Difference between NFT and cryptocurrency NFTs and cryptocurrencies […]
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS)
Context: Southern Railway has identified 90 stations for development under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS). Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS): Implementation Approach: Facilities Planned under ABSS: -Source: Indian Express
About The Marine Heatwave
Context: The northern Bay of Bengal has been experiencing an intense Marine Heatwave since 28th June 2023, leading to India’s usually arid northwest receiving extreme rainfall. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Marine Heatwave: Impact of Marine Heatwave on Rainfall in Northwest India: Impacts of Marine Heatwaves: -Source: Down To Earth
Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act
Context: According to Army sources, there is a significant limitation for security forces operating without the legal protection provided by the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in Manipur. Relevance: GS III- Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) AFSPA Acts in force It is effective in the […]
Social Trailblazer Programme & Social Entrepreneurship
Context: The Union Minister of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, while addressing a Social Enterprise Conclave organized by Institute of Rural Management, Anand (IRMA) in partnership with LIC Housing Finance Limited has launched the 2nd edition of the Social Trailblazer Program, aiming to boost the Social Entrepreneurship Ecosystem in India. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Social Trailblazer Programme: Objectives: […]
About The SAGAR SAMPARK
Focus: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Why in News? Recently, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways inaugurated the indigenous Differential Global Navigation Satellite System (DGNSS) ‘SAGAR SAMPARK. About SAGAR SAMPARK: Differential Global Navigation Satellite System (DGNSS): Transmitting Corrections: Assisting Director General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL): Benefits for Marine Navigation: Improved GPS […]
About A State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF)
Focus: GS III: Disaster Management Why in News? Recently, the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance released an amount of Rs. 7,532 crores to 22 State Governments for the respective State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF). State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF): Funding Contribution: Release of Funds: Utilization of Funds: Allocation Criteria:
Current Affairs 14 July 2023
CONTENTS Social Trailblazer Programme & Social Entrepreneurship Context: The Union Minister of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, while addressing a Social Enterprise Conclave organized by Institute of Rural Management, Anand (IRMA) in partnership with LIC Housing Finance Limited has launched the 2nd edition of the Social Trailblazer Program, aiming to boost the Social Entrepreneurship Ecosystem in India. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions […]
PIB Summaries 14 July 2023
CONTENTS State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF) Focus: GS III: Disaster Management Why in News? Recently, the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance released an amount of Rs. 7,532 crores to 22 State Governments for the respective State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF). State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF): Funding Contribution: Release of Funds: Utilization of Funds: Allocation […]