The Devastating Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria
Relevance : GS Paper- 1: Physical geography Introduction: Two large earthquakes hit South-eastern Turkey on February 6, causing widespread damage and claiming thousands of lives. The first quake was of magnitude 7.8 followed by another of magnitude 7.5. The earthquakes have left a trail of destruction and many are still recovering from the impact. […]
Unlocking The Mysteries of Quasicrystals: Characteristics & Latest Discoveries
Relevance : GS paper 3, Science and Tech Quasicrystals are a type of matter that have properties of both crystals and glasses. Unlike crystals, which have a repeating arrangement of atoms in a three-dimensional lattice, quasicrystals have a repeating pattern that is never exactly the same, giving them a unique and non-repeating structure. This […]
Lithium Reserve In India
Context: India’s Ministry of Mines recently announced that 5.9 million tonnes of lithium reserves have been found for the first time in the country in Jammu and Kashmir. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About Lithium: Occurrence: Uses: Lithium has a range of industrial applications, including: In conclusion, lithium is a rare and […]
Kilonova
Context: Recently, researchers have confirmed the detection of a star system that will one day end in a kilonova. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Details: Kilonova Observation and Characteristics: Significance and Applications: About Neutron star -Source: The Hindu
Article 105 of Constitution
Context: Protesting against the expunction of parts of his speech on the motion of thanks on the President’s Address, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha and Congress president has argued that MPs have freedom of speech, and that he did not make any personal allegations in the House. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions […]
What Is Green Steel?
Context: Ministry of Steel seeks to reduce carbon emissions in steel industry through promotion of Green Steel. Relevance: GS II: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: What is Green Steel? Methods of Production: Substituting primary production processes: Low-carbon hydrogen: Direct Electrification: Significance of Green Steel for the Indian Steel Industry Status of Steel Production […]
Powering A Green Transition With A Nordic-India Connection
Context The Nordic nations have led the way in developing green technologies over the past few decades. Together, the Nordic countries and India can lead the necessary green transition in the world. Relevance GS Paper-2: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Mains Question Together, the Nordic countries and India […]
The Fine Print in the Indo-US Pact
Context The latest agreement between India and the US, the iCET, is a follow-up to the declaration made by the two leaders during the third Quad Leaders’ Summit, which took place in May 2022. Relevance GS Paper-2: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests, Indian diaspora Mains Question The time […]
Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII)
Focus: Facts for prelims Why in News? India’s national accreditation system under the Quality Council of India (QCI) has been ranked 5th in the world in the recent Global Quality Infrastructure Index (GQII) 2021. About GQII: Quality Council of India (QCI):
NAMASTE Scheme
Focus: GS II- Government policies and Interventions Why in News? Union Budget 2023-2024 has allocated nearly Rs 100 crore for the National Action for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) and the government is looking to enable 100% mechanical desludging of septic tanks and sewers in all cities and towns. NAMASTE Scheme Five hundred cities (converging with AMRUT cities) will be […]