Charting a Course for India’s Maritime Security
Context: The importance of implementing a robust Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) framework cannot be overstated in addressing the challenges faced by maritime-dependent industries and nations globally. To demonstrate a firm commitment to safeguarding marine infrastructure and maritime domains, India must enhance its maritime security programs by staying attuned to rapidly changing maritime geopolitics and the […]
Index of Eight Core Industries Witnesses Positive Growth
Focus: GS III- Indian Economy Why in News? The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 3.8per cent (provisional) in December 2023 as compared to the Index of December 2022. About Index of Eight Core Industries: Below image attached Eight Core Industries based on their weightage. Index of Industrial Production (IIP): Significance of IIP:
Five More Wetlands Designated as Ramsar Sites
Focus: GS III- Environment and Ecology Why in News? India has increased its tally of Ramsar sites (Wetlands of International Importance) to 80 from existing 75 by designating five more wetlands as Ramsar sites on the eve of World Wetlands Day 2024. List of wetlands designated as Ramsar sites: What is a Ramsar Site? Ramsar […]
PIB Summaries 01 February 2024
Content: Five more wetlands designated as Ramsar sites Focus: GS III- Environment and Ecology Why in News? India has increased its tally of Ramsar sites (Wetlands of International Importance) to 80 from existing 75 by designating five more wetlands as Ramsar sites on the eve of World Wetlands Day 2024. List of wetlands designated as […]
Static Quiz 01 February 2024 (Economy)
Current Affairs Quiz 01 February 2024
About Nutrient-Based Subsidy Regime
Context: The Central government has brought di-ammonium phosphate (DAP), muriate of potash (MOP) and all other such fertilisers that receive nutrient-based subsidy (NBS) support under “reasonable pricing” controls. Relevance: GS-III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: About Nutrient-Based Subsidy Regime Issues Related to NBS -Source: The Hindu
About Generative AI
Context: Generative artificial intelligence has become a buzzword this year, capturing the public’s fancy and sparking a rush among Microsoft and Alphabet to launch products with the technology they believe will change the nature of work. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: What is generative AI? What is it good for? […]
Economic Community of West African States
Context: Recently, the military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announced their immediate withdrawal from the West African bloc ECOWAS. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: ECOWAS: Fostering Integration and Stability in West Africa Establishment and Mandate: Economic Integration and Vision: Role in Conflict Resolution: Recent Challenges and Actions: ECOWAS and […]
UNRWA Funding Suspension Key Highlights
Context: UN officials call for a reconsideration of the decision to suspend funding for UNRWA. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key highlights: Israel’s Accusations Against UNRWA: UNRWA’s Response: Current Situation: United Nations’ Refugee Agency for Palestinians (UNRWA): Performance: -Source: The Hindu