Appointment of Vice-Chancellors
Context: A tussle between the Chief Minister of West Bengal and Governor came to the fore over the appointment of 10 senior professors as interim Vice-Chancellors (VC) of state-run universities. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Role of Governor (Chancellor) in State Universities: Role of President (Visitor) in Central Universities: Hierarchy […]
World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan in the Cooperative Sector
Context: The Union Cabinet has given its approval for the establishment of the “world’s largest grain storage plan in the cooperative sector” with an outlay of around Rs 1 lakh crore. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Major Highlights Related to Grain Storage Plan: Objectives: Focus on Agricultural Infrastructure: Convergence of Schemes: […]
Govt. Bans 14 Fixed Dose Combination (FDC)
Context: The Union Health Ministry has published a gazette notification banning 14 Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) drugs citing lack of therapeutic justification and an expert committee’s recommendation for their prohibition. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) Drugs: Acceptability of Fixed Ratio Combination Products Popularity in […]
Li-ion Battery Recycling Technology
Focus: GS III: Indian Economy Why in News? Recently, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) transferred cost-effective Lithium-ion battery recycling technology to nine recycling industries and start-ups. About Li-ion battery recycling technology: About Lithium: Occurrence: Uses: Lithium has a range of industrial applications, including:
About The EIACP Programme
Focus: GS III: Environment and Ecology Why in News? The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India envisages celebrating World Environment Day 2023 with a thrust on the Mission LiFE. About EIACP Programme: About Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment):
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 05 June 2023
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 05 June 2023 Contents India’s Strategic Oil Reserve Context The Rajasthani salt caverns are being investigated by a government-owned engineering business to see if strategic petroleum reserves can be created there. Relevance – GS Paper 1 – Geography – Natural resources, GS Paper 3 – Energy Mains Question What does “strategic petroleum […]
Current Affairs 05 June 2023
CONTENTS Govt. Bans 14 Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) Context: The Union Health Ministry has published a gazette notification banning 14 Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) drugs citing lack of therapeutic justification and an expert committee’s recommendation for their prohibition. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Fixed Dose Combination (FDC) Drugs: Acceptability of Fixed […]
PIB Summaries 05 June 2023
CONTENTS Environmental Information, Awareness, Capacity Building and Livelihood Programme (EIACP) Focus: GS III: Environment and Ecology Why in News? The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India envisages celebrating World Environment Day 2023 with a thrust on the Mission LiFE. About EIACP Programme: About Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment): Li-ion Battery […]
Static Quiz 05 June 2023 (Polity)
Important Lakes of the World
Dive into the Serenity: Exploring the Majestic Lakes of the World Get ready to explore the enchanting beauty and significance of the world’s most important lakes. Discover their ecological importance, cultural significance, and their relevance for UPSC exams.