Introduction of New College Degree Names by UGC
Context: The University Grants Commission (UGC) is set to introduce updated degree names that align with global norms and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. These revised degree names will encompass a Bachelor of Science in various disciplines, including arts, humanities, management, and commerce. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: […]
State Food Safety Index
Context: Recently, the union Health Minister released the fifth State Food Safety Index in New Delhi. Relevance: GS-II: Social Justice (Issues related to Health, Government Policies and Interventions) Dimensions of the Article: About the State Food Safety Index (SFSI) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) State and Union Territory Rankings in 2022-23 Report: […]
Onset of Monsoon In India
Context: The southwest monsoon arrived in Kerala, four days later than the original forecast date of June 4 and a week after its “normal” onset date of June 1. Relevance: GS I- Indian Geography Dimensions of the Article: What does the “onset of monsoon” mean? Rainfall Wind field Heat What is Monsoon? Causes of Monsoon […]
Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research (MAHIR)
Focus: GS III: Indian Economy Why in News? Recently, the Ministry of Power and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy have jointly launched a National Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research. About MAHIR: Structure of the Mission: The Mission will have a two-tier structure to facilitate its operations: Areas Identified for Research: MAHIR will […]
Maiden India-France-UAE Maritime Partnership Exercise
Focus: GS III: Security Challenges Why in News? The first edition of the India, France, and UAE Maritime Partnership Exercise began on June 7, 2023, in the Gulf of Oman. Details:
Khadi and Village Industries Commission
Focus: GS II: Polity and Governance Why in News? For the first time in the history of independent India, the turnover of Khadi and Village Industries Commission products has crossed Rs.1.34 lakh crores figure. About Khadi Village Industries Commission: Objectives of KVIC The broad objectives of the Khadi Village and Industries Commission encompassing self-reliance and […]
Current Affairs Quiz 09 June 2023
Current Affairs 09 June 2023
CONTENTS Onset of Monsoon Context: The southwest monsoon arrived in Kerala, four days later than the original forecast date of June 4 and a week after its “normal” onset date of June 1. Relevance: GS I- Indian Geography Dimensions of the Article: What does the “onset of monsoon” mean? Rainfall Wind field Heat What is […]
PIB Summaries 09 June 2023
CONTENTS Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research (MAHIR) Focus: GS III: Indian Economy Why in News? Recently, the Ministry of Power and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy have jointly launched a National Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research. About MAHIR: Structure of the Mission: The Mission will have a two-tier structure to facilitate […]
Static Quiz 09 June 2023 (Environment)
