About the Awaous Motla
Context: Recently, a group of scientists discovered an edible freshwater fish available in the markets of western Odisha. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Dimensions of the Article: About Awaous Motla: Mahanadi River: -Source: The Hindu
Future Leaders Scholarship Programme
Context: Recently Imperial College London announced its biggest-ever scholarship programme for Indian students. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Future Leaders Scholarship Programme Overview: Scholarship Coverage: Eligible Fields of Study: Promoting Gender Diversity: Empowering Talented Students: Additional Partnerships: -Source: Times of India
One Nation One Registration Platform
Contex: The National Medical Commission (NMC) is all set to launch its “one nation, one registration platform” for doctors across India. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: One Nation, One Registration Platform: Objectives and Features: About National Medical Commission (NMC): Composition: Autonomous Boards: Reforms and Objectives: Functions and Responsibilities: -Source: […]
OECD Agricultural Policy Monitoring and Evaluation 2023
Context: The latest report titled Agricultural Policy Monitoring and Evaluation 2023 by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has shed light on the implicit taxation of Indian farmers in 2022. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Report: Market Price Support (MPS): Negative MPS in India: Impact of Export Policies in India: […]
Centre to Deploy National Level Monitors for Supervising Livestock Schemes
Context: The Centre has decided to deploy National Level Monitors (NLM) to oversee the implementation of its livestock schemes including National Livestock Mission and Rashtriya Gokul Mission. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: National Livestock Mission (NLM) Inception and Realignment Objective Aims Implementing Agency Centre to Deploy National Level Monitors […]
Apple Warns Opposition MPs of State-Sponsored Attacks on iPhones
Context: At least seven Opposition Members of Parliament alerted by Apple about potential state-sponsored attacks targeting their iPhones, with warnings indicating the attackers’ likely motivations. The warning advises protective measures, including activating the ‘Lockdown Mode’ feature on their devices. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: Characteristics of State-Sponsored Attackers According to Apple: […]
Tamil Lambadi Embroidery
Context: Porgai Artisan Association Society, with 60+ women, has been making and selling embroidered clothes to ensure that there is awareness about the art form and that it is passed on to the next generation Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Tamil Lambadi Embroidery: A Rich Tradition Key Facts about the Lambadi Community […]
Chhath Festival: A Hindu Vedic Celebration
Context: The Patna district administration is set to deploy drones to manage the four-day-long mass gatherings for the annual Chhath festival. Relevance: GS I: Festivals Dimensions of the Article: Chhath Festival: A Hindu Vedic Celebration Rituals of Chhath Festival: -Source: The Hindu
Akhaura-Agartala Rail Link
Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina virtually inaugurated a rail link connecting Northeast India with Bangladesh. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: Akhaura-Agartala Rail Link Route Details: Transit Routes and Funding: Significance: -Source: Times of India
Working Conditions for India’s Gig Workers
Context: The fifth annual study conducted across 12 e-commerce platforms by Fairwork India, presents a grim picture of working conditions for India’s gig workers. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Study: The study on gig work and workers’ rights brings to light several significant findings and issues, including: Minimum Wage Policies: Living Wage Concerns: Alienation […]