Current Affairs Quiz 17 June 2024
Current Affairs 17 June 2024
CONTENTS E-Flows Monitoring System Context: The Union Jal Shakti Ministry launched an e-flow ecological monitoring system that allows real-time planning and monitoring of projects, river water quality, and other key parameters. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Background of the E-flows Monitoring System Launch: E-flows Monitoring System: Significance of the E-flows […]
PIB Summaries 17 June 2024
CONTENT PM KISAN Context: PM to release 17th installment amount of about Rs 20,000 crore under PM-KISAN. Relevance: GS II- Welfare Schemes Dimensions of the Article: About PM KISAN Nodal: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Some of the categories of beneficiaries who are NOT eligible for benefit under this scheme are:
Static Quiz 17 June 2024 (Geography)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 17 June 2024
CONTENTS Closing the Gender Gap in Education and Politics Context: Gender parity may be on the rise globally, with the gender gap closing to 68.5% in 2024, according to the Global Gender Gap report by the World Economic Forum (WEF). However, the slow pace of progress—up just 0.1% from 68.4% in 2023—is disheartening. At this […]
Current Affairs Quiz 15 June 2024
Current Affairs 15 June 2024
CONTENTS Growth in Coal-Fired Thermal Capacity and Alleged Misrepresentation of Coal Quality Context: According to the data on NITI Aayog’s energy dashboard, India’s coal-fired thermal capacity grew to 218 GW in FY24 from 205 GW in FY20, marking a 6% growth. Additionally, a recent report alleges that in 2014, a company misrepresented low-grade Indonesian coal […]
PIB Summaries 15 June 2024
CONTENTS Electronic Transfer of Duty Drawback Funds Context: Recently, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has decided to electronically transfer duty drawback funds via the Public Finance Management System (PFMS) directly to exporters’ bank accounts to ensure transparency and efficiency. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Duty Drawback: Significance […]
Static Quiz 15 June 2024 (Indian Economy)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 15 June 2024
CONTENTS AI’s Influence on India’s E-Commerce Industry Context: In the dynamic realm of Indian e-commerce, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer, fundamentally transforming the industry. AI’s integration has led to personalized shopping experiences and streamlined logistics, establishing itself as a vital component for online retailers in India. Its impact is multifaceted, affecting businesses, […]