Impact of Microplastics and Nanoplastics on Human Health
Context: Recently, the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) in its report “Impact of Microplastics and Nanoplastics on Human Health” highlighted that the Microplastics and nano plastics considerably impact human and animal gut microbiomes as well as the environment. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Report “Impact of Microplastics and Nanoplastics on Human […]
Majorana Zero Modes: Potential Breakthrough for Quantum Computing
Context: Recently, researchers at Microsoft announced that they had figured out a way to create an elusive kind of particle that could potentially revolutionise quantum computing. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Majorana Fermions and Majorana Zero Modes Majorana Fermions: Majorana Zero Modes: Advantages of Majorana Zero Modes in Computing: Topological Degeneracy: […]
Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs)
Context: India’s electric mobility plan is largely focussed on battery electric vehicles (BEVs) replacing internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, with Li-ion seen as the most viable battery option for now. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Electric Vehicles (EVs): Origin and Increasing Scope in India: Types of EVs: EV Sales in India: […]
PCA Ruling on India-Pakistan Hydroelectric Projects
Context: The Hague-based Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) has ruled that it has jurisdiction to hear Pakistan’s objections to India’s Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir. However, India rejects the establishment of the “Court of Arbitration,” arguing that it contravenes the provisions of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). Relevance: GS II: International […]
About Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
Focus: GS II- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Why in News? The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has lauded the expansion of Ayushman Bharat scheme to more than 1.60 lakh health and wellness centres. About Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) National […]
About The One District One Product Programme
Focus: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Why in News? Recently, One District One Product (ODOP) programme under Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry collaborated with an e-commerce player, Groyyo to onboard aggregators selling ODOP-identified products on its platform. One District One Product (ODOP) programme: Promoting District […]
JUNE 2023 CURRENT AFFAIRS | MONTHLY COMPILATION | LEGACY IAS ACADEMY
Legacy IAS June 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 June 2023 Monthly Current Affairs Compilation. […]
About The Solar Flare
Context: Recently, an X-class solar flare was emitted by the Sun, causing disruptions in radio communications in certain areas. The flare has been classified as an X1.0 flare by NASA. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About Solar flares Classification: Categories of Solar Flares: X-class Flares (Big): M-class Flares (Medium-Sized): C-class […]
GSTN Made the Geocoding Functionality Live
Context: Recently, the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) made the geocoding functionality live for all states and union territories. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: About Geocoding: About Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN): -Source: Indian Express
About The SCORES Platform
Context: A total of 3,079 complaints against companies and market intermediaries have been disposed of through the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) SCORES platform recently. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: About SCORES Platform: Scope of Complaints: Entities Handled by SEBI: Types of Complaints Not Covered by SCORES Portal: Securities […]