Pangenome Reference Map
Context: A recent publication in the Nature journal has introduced a Pangenome Reference Map, which was constructed using genomes obtained from 47 anonymous individuals. These individuals, comprising 19 men and 28 women, were primarily from Africa, but also included participants from the Caribbean, Americas, East Asia, and Europe. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions […]
Krishna Water Dispute
Context: The nagging dispute over the water share of the Krishna river between Andhra Pradesh (A.P.) and Telangana remains unresolved, even nine years after the bifurcation of the combined State. Relevance: GS-II: Polity and Constitution (Inter-State relations, Functions & responsibilities of the Union and the States, Issues and challenges of federal structure), GS-I: Geography (Water […]
PIB Summaries 24 May 2023
CONTENTS ISO Committee on Consumer Policy (COPOLCO) Focus: Facts for Prelims Why in News? India is hosting the 44th edition of the coveted annual ISO COPOLCO Plenary from 23-26 May 2023 in New Delhi. About the ISO COPOLCO Plenary: About the Committee on Consumer Policy (COPOLCO): Objectives of COPOLCO: About the International Organization for Standardization […]
Current Affairs 24 May 2023
CONTENTS Krishna Water Dispute Context: The nagging dispute over the water share of the Krishna river between Andhra Pradesh (A.P.) and Telangana remains unresolved, even nine years after the bifurcation of the combined State. Relevance: GS-II: Polity and Constitution (Inter-State relations, Functions & responsibilities of the Union and the States, Issues and challenges of federal […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 24 May 2023
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 24 May 2023 Contents Over 50% of Large Lakes Are Drying Up Context More than half of the world’s large lakes and reservoirs have seen a reduction in size since the early 1990s, according to a recent research.Nearly 2,000 big lakes were examined as part of the study using satellite observations, […]
Static Quiz 24 May 2023 (Environment)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 23 May 2023
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 23 May 2023 Contents The new policy for petrol pricing Context: In order to solve pricing concerns in the Indian energy sector, the Kirit Parikh committee on petrol pricing changes presented a number of significant suggestions. Relevance: GS Paper-3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads Mains Question Describe the main suggestions made by […]
Current Affairs Quiz 23 May 2023
Current Affairs 23 May 2023
CONTENTS Appointment of Judges in Supreme Court Context: The Supreme Court of India recently witnessed the administration of oath to two new judges, Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra, and Justice K.V. Viswanathan, by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: How are Supreme Court Judges Appointed? Appointment: Oath of Office: Tenure and Resignation: […]
PIB Summaries 23 May 2023
CONTENTS World Food India 2023 Focus: GS III: Indian Economy Why in News? India’s Ministry of Food Processing Industries is organizing the second edition of ‘World Food India 2023’ as a tribute to the International Year of Millets. This event, scheduled for 3rd-5th November 2023 in New Delhi, aims to highlight India’s vibrant food culture […]