Current Affairs 10 June 2023
CONTENTS El Niño Context: Recently, an unusual phenomenon is developing along the equatorial Pacific region, indicating the emergence of El Nino conditions in 2023. Experts warn that this simultaneous warming of the eastern and western regions of the equatorial Pacific, a trend last observed in 2009, could have severe implications for marine life worldwide. Relevance: GS-I: Geography (Climatology, Important Geophysical Phenomena), GS-III: Environment and Ecology […]
PIB Summaries 10 June 2023
CONTENTS Agni Prime Missile Focus: GS III: Science and Technology Why in News? Recently, New Generation Ballistic Missile ‘Agni Prime’ was successfully flight-tested by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island. About Agni Prime Missile: What is a ballistic missile? Bhagwan Birsa Munda Focus: GS I- History Why in News? […]
Static Quiz 10 June 2023 (Polity)
Understanding the Judicial System: Supreme Court vs. High Court
About Fattah Missile:
Context: Iran has recently unveiled its first-ever hypersonic missile, Fattah, which it says can penetrate missile defence systems and will give it a military edge Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Fattah Missile: What are Hypersonic Missiles? -Source: The Print
About The Kilauea Volcano
Context: The Kilauea volcano on Hawaii’s Big Island erupted recently, according to an advisory from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Kilauea Volcano Key Features of Kilauea: Shield Volcanoes: About the Ring of Fire Why are there so many volcanoes in the Ring of Fire? -Source: Indian Express […]
Ground-level ozone
Context: According to a new analysis by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), parts of the Delhi-NCR region witnessed ground-level ozone exceeding the national standards on 87 out of 92 days between March and May in 2023. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Findings from the report: Ground-Level Ozone Impact […]
About Surplus liquidity
Context: Recently, the net liquidity in the banking system in India increased to Rs 2.59 lakh crore on June 4, 2023. However, the surplus liquidity in the banking system is likely to decline to around Rs 1.5 lakh crore over the next few days from the current level of Rs 2.1 lakh crore. Relevance: GS […]
Tracking SDG7: The Energy Progress Report 2023
Context: A recent report, titled “Tracking SDG7: The Energy Progress Report 2023,” was released through collaboration between the International Energy Agency (IEA), International Renewable Energy Agency, United Nations Statistics Division, World Bank, and the WHO. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Sustainable Development Goal 7 Current Status: Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7): SDG7 aims to ensure “affordable, […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 09 June 2023
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 09 June 2023 Contents Cyclones and Monsoon Onset: Global Warming Effects Context Relevance GS Paper 1 : Global Warrming and Mansoon Mains Question Discuss how global warming affects the Indian monsoon’s start, withdrawal, and seasonal total rainfall. (150 words) Recognizing certain terms The Importance of cyclone and its Position Impact of […]