ASA Bans Airlines Greenwashing Ads
Context: The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned advertisements from Air France, Lufthansa, and Etihad, accusing them of misleading consumers with false claims of flight sustainability and downplaying the environmental impact of air travel. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What Is Greenwashing? Examples of Greenwashing Effects of greenwashing -Source: […]
About Mullaperiyar Dam Dispute
Context: Tamil Nadu cancelled the decision to open the spillway shutters of Mullaperiyar dam recently after a lull in rainfall and a reduced inflow of water to the dam. Relevance: GS-II: Polity and Constitution (Interstate water disputes), GS-I: Geography (Water Sources), GS-III: Disaster management Dimensions of the Article: About Mullaperiyar Dam About the Dispute regarding […]
Coal Market Outlook: A Structural Shift by 2026
Context: The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects a substantial decline in global coal demand by 2026, attributing this shift to the expansion of renewable energy and increased nuclear generation in key regions. Relevance: GS III: Energy Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Coal Market Report Global Coal Demand Trends: Anticipated Decline in Coal […]
Unlock the Potential of Manufacturing Sector
Context: India’s growth outlook has seen a remarkable upswing, primarily propelled by a robust 10.4 percent expansion in its manufacturing sector in October, marking a stark contrast to the discouraging -5.8 percent growth observed a year ago. Despite a challenging global landscape marked by geopolitical tensions, persistent inflation, and volatile demand, India’s manufacturing sector exhibited […]
India’s Ethanol Conundrum
Context: As COP28 in Dubai saw the commitment of over 100 countries to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030, India is confronted with a delicate situation concerning its ethanol blending objective. Despite the rise in ethanol blended petrol (EBP) from 1.6% in 2013-14 to 11.8% in 2022-23, the 20% target by 2025 faces hurdles due to low […]
SAMAR Air Defence Missile System
Context: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has successfully test fired the ‘SAMAR’ air defence missile system recently. Relevance: GS III: Defence Dimensions of the Article: SAMAR Air Defence Missile System: Enhancing Aerial Protection Capabilities: SAMAR-1 System: Key Facts about Akash Missile (SAM) Defence System:
Indian Science Congress
Context: Lovely Professional University(LPU) withdrew from hosting 109th Indian Science Congress (ISC), raising concern about the event’s viability. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology About Indian Science Congress (ISC):
About Yogmaya Temple
Context: Yogmaya Temple is a historically important monument believed to be standing at the site of an ancient temple that is said to have come up during the period of the Mahabharata. Relevance: GS I: History Yogmaya Temple Overview: -Source: Indian Express
About TEMPO Satellite
Context: NASA’s new satellite TEMPO measures air pollution hourly has shown significant progress and now the space agency officials are already thinking about ways to extend its life. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology TEMPO Satellite: Mission Focus: Geographical Coverage: Monitoring Range: Virtual Constellation: Scientific Observations: Monitoring Capability: Applications: Orbit Type: Operation Duration: -Source: Hindustan […]
Internet and Mobile Association of India
Context: The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI), the representative body of nearly 600 internet firms and start-ups, recently welcomed the introduction of the Telecom Bill in Lok Sabha. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI): Establishment: Nature: Representation: Membership: Mandate: Unified Voice: Industry Focus: Representation of Sectors: Activities: Advocacy: […]