About The Picocystis Salinarum
Context: Recently, a young researcher has divulged the secret of how the Picocystis Salinarum survives the harshest of conditions by resorting to physiological adaptation to highly saline-alkaline/hyperosmotic conditions. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Picocystis Salinarum Unique Features Sambhar Lake – Key Facts
OCTOBER 2023 CURRENT AFFAIRS | MONTHLY COMPILATION | LEGACY IAS ACADEMY
Legacy IAS October 2023 Current Affairs Monthly Compilation includes Editorial Analysis and PIB Summaries which are essential for UPSC Civil Services Exam (IAS Exam) at both the Prelims and Mains levels and the content is segregated in accordance with the subjects in the UPSC Syllabus. Click Here for the October 2023 Monthly Current Affairs Compilation. […]
MONTHLY PIB SUMMARIES OCTOBER 2023 | MONTHLY COMPILATION FOR UPSC
Legacy IAS October 2023 PIB SUMMARIES – Monthly Compilation for UPSC Civil Services Exam (IAS Exam) will be extremely crucial for your UPSC preparation. The source, Press Information Bureau of India is indubitably the most important source of Current Affairs for any UPSC aspirant. In this Compilation you will find important PIB articles from the […]
India-Saudi Strategic Partnership Council
Arrow-3 Missile Defence System Overview
Context: Israel recently confirmed that it used its sophisticated Arrow 3 missile interceptor against Iran-backed Houthi rebels. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Arrow-3 Missile Defence System Overview Purpose and Development: Operational Deployment: Key Characteristics: Missile Design: Components: Operational Range: Operational Mechanism: Hit-to-Kill Technology: Target Acquisition: -Source: Times of India
About Vadhvan Port Overview
Context: The Vadhavan Port Project Ltd. (VPPL) has initiated the process for construction of the ₹76,220 crore port and public hearings are likely to begin in the next few months. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: Vadhavan Port Overview: Proposed Container Port Project Technical Specifications: Environmental Considerations: Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva): Largest Container […]
PII of 815 Million Indians Allegedly Sold on Dark Web
Context: Recently, Resecurity, an American cybersecurity company, reported the sale of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) of 815 million Indian citizens, including sensitive details like Aadhaar numbers and passport information, on the Dark Web. The threat actors behind the sale attributed the data to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), an organization that faced numerous […]
Genetic Factors in Silk Production
Context: Researchers have unveiled the genetic factors influencing cocoon colors and adaptations in silk-producing insects, shedding light on the intricate mechanisms that have revolutionized the silk industry. Renowned as the “queen of fibers,” silk’s beauty and luxury have been cherished for centuries, and understanding the underlying genetics offers insights into the remarkable diversity and characteristics […]
CAFRAL Highlights Growing Risks in NBFC Financing
Context: The Centre for Advanced Financial Research and Learning (CAFRAL), established by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has drawn attention to an escalating risk in bank financing for Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs). Additionally, CAFRAL has issued a warning regarding the digital lending landscape, identifying potential dangers. The research body also cautions against fake or […]
India’s Bioeconomy Ambition and Biotechnology Funding Challenges
Context: India targets a rise in the Bioeconomy’s GDP contribution from 2.6% to 5% by 2030, according to the ‘Bioeconomy Report 2022’ by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT). However, biotechnology funding remains at 0.0001% of the GDP, with limited recovery post-Covid-19. The ‘Guidelines for Genetically Engineered Insects’ issued in April 2023 offer procedural roadmaps but […]