Current Affairs 05 January 2024
CONTENTS Free Movement Regime to end at Myanmar Border Context: As per the govt officials, the Union government is all set to scrap the Free Movement Regime (FMR) along the Myanmar border. People living in border areas, who could cross over to India, will soon require visas. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the […]
PIB Summaries 05 January 2024
CONTENTS Extension of PLI Scheme for Automobile and Auto Components Context: The Ministry of Heavy Industries has extended the tenure of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Automobile and Auto Components by one year. The incentives will now be applicable for five consecutive financial years, commencing from 2023-24. The decision, approved by the Empowered […]
Static Quiz 05 January 2024 (Environment)
Current Affairs Quiz 04 January 2024
Current Affairs 04 January 2024
CONTENTS Square Kilometer Array Observatory Context: Scientists in India will now also be part of the international mega-science project, the Square Kilometer Array Observatory (SKAO), that will function as the world’s largest radio telescope. India’s Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) is amongst the world’s six large telescopes. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of […]
PIB Summaries 04 January 2024
CONTENTS Union Cabinet Approval for India-Italy Migration and Mobility Agreement Context: Recently, the Union Cabinet granted ex-post facto approval to the Migration and Mobility Agreement between India and Italy. Relevance: GS II: International Relations India-Italy Migration and Mobility Agreement: Key Points Objective and Cooperation: Facilitation of Mobility: Temporary Residence for Indian Students: Reserved Quotas for […]
Static Quiz 04 January 2024 (History)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 04 January 2024
CONTENTS The Blood Management System Needs a Fresh Infusion Context: Drawing lessons from the global disparities in public health highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic experiences, policymakers worldwide have appropriately emphasized the necessity of enhancing the global health framework. While strategies like increased health funding, expanded utilization of digital health solutions, and improved accessibility to medical […]
Current Affairs Quiz 03 January 2024
Current Affairs 03 January 2024
CONTENTS Decline in PM-Kisan Beneficiaries and Saturation Drive Impact Context: The number of beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-Kisan) scheme has recently witnessed a notable decline, dropping by over 20% from a peak of 10.47 crore in April-July 2022 to 8.12 crore. However, the government’s proactive efforts, including the “saturation drive” implemented […]