Submarine INS Vagir
Context: Indian Navy’s state-of-the-art submarine, INS ‘Vagir’, is all set to embark on an operational visit to Colombo from June 19 to June 22. Relevance: GS III: Defence, Facts for Prelims About INS Vagir: Key Features: -Source: The Hindu, PIB
About LEED Certification
Context: According to the Green Business Certification Inc. India ranks first globally in LEED Zero-certified green building projects surpassing the US and China. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About LEED Certification: The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification is a globally recognized green building rating system. Here are some key points about LEED certification: […]
Impact of Spaceflight on Brain Fluid Dynamics
Context: Recently, a study was published in Scientific Reports, which sheds light on the effects of Spaceflight on the Brain, particularly concerning Longer Missions and the recovery period between flights. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Key highlights of the study: Significance of the Study The significance of the study on fluid changes […]
About Gandhi Peace Prize
Context: The Gandhi Peace Prize for 2021 will be conferred on Gita Press, Gorakhpur. The prize was announced by the Ministry of Culture. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About Gandhi Peace Prize The Gandhi Peace Prize is an esteemed award instituted in 1995 to honor individuals, associations, institutions, or organizations that have […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 20 June 2023
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 20 June 2023 Contents Groundwater Extraction Shifts Earth’s Tilt, Study Finds Context Relevance – Mains Question The influence of groundwater extraction on sea level rise and Earth’s axis shift is highlighted in the study by researchers at Seoul National University. Discuss the environmental effects that groundwater depletion might have and offer […]
Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies
Context: Recently, India and the United States have taken a significant step towards strengthening their strategic partnership and driving technology and defense cooperation. Under the Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET), the two nations have unveiled a roadmap for enhanced collaboration in high-technology areas. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About […]
Negative Consequences of Inefficient Subsidies: A World Bank Report
Context: The World Bank has released a report emphasizing the detrimental effects of inefficient subsidies in the agriculture, fishing, and fossil fuel sectors. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Negative Consequences of Inefficient Subsidies: Major Report Highlights Fossil Fuel Subsidies: Agricultural Subsidies: Fisheries Subsidies: Positive Impacts of Subsidies in Various Sectors Agriculture: […]
Indo-US Ties: Economics & Strategy
Context: Prime Minister of India heads to the United States for an official state visit on the invitation of President Joe Biden. This visit highlights the bipartisan consensus in Washington to strengthen the bilateral relationship. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Economic Engagement: Importance of Visit: Strategic Underpinnings: Challenges -Source: Indian Express
Tapas Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Focus: GS III: Science and Technology Why in News? The Indian Navy and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully carried out the transfer of command-and-control capabilities of the TAPAS Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV). About Tapas Unmanned Aerial Vehicle The Tapas Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), also known as Tapas-BH 201 (Tactical Airborne Platform for […]
Dugdh Sankalan Sathi App
Focus: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Why in News? Recently, the Union Minister of Heavy Industries unveiled the ground-breaking “Dugdh Sanakalan Sathi Mobile App” at Mussorie, Uttarakhand. About Dugdh Sankalan Sathi App The Dugdh Sankalan Sathi App is a mobile application developed by Rajasthan Electronics & Instruments Limited (REIL) to improve the quality of […]