Padma Awards 2024
Context: Former Vice-President M. Venkaiah Naidu, actor-turned-politician Mithun Chakraborty, singer Usha Uthup and tennis player Rohan Bopanna were among a host of prominent personalities who were conferred with Padma awards by President Droupadi Murmu. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: The Padma Awards Is it a title? About Bharat Ratna Therefore: -Source: The Hindu
About Summit of the Future
Context: Recently, the UN Secretary General has said that the reform of multilateral development banks (MDBs) will be a key theme at this year’s Summit of the Future. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Summit of the Future Nature of the Event: Purpose: Participants: Theme: Objective: Action-Oriented Outcome Document: Key Targets:
About Longevity India Initiative
Context: Recently, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) launched the Longevity India Initiative. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Longevity India Initiative The Longevity India Initiative is a project aimed at extending the human ‘health span’ and addressing challenges related to ageing. Key Features: Significance: -Source: Business Standards
About Dragonfly Mission
Context: Recently, NASA confirmed a Dragonfly rotorcraft mission to Saturn’s organic compound-rich moon Titan with a budget of $3.35 billion and a launch date set for July 2028. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About Dragonfly Mission Description: Power System: Operational Schedule: Objective: Historical Note: Key Facts about Titan -Source: The Hindu
Athletics Federation of India
Context: In a first, the Athletics Federation of India has disaffiliated 16 district associations across the country for failing to send teams for the National inter-district junior athletics meet held recently. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Athletics Federation of India (AFI) Overview Affiliations History and Structure Key Responsibilities Promotion and Development Initiatives -Source: The Hindu
New Blood Test Measures Ageing Pace through DNA Methylation
Context: Researchers have developed a groundbreaking blood test that measures the pace of ageing by studying DNA methylation. The test examines how an enzyme adds methyl groups to DNA in older adults, establishing a correlation between this biological process and ageing. This innovative approach offers a promising method to assess an individual’s biological age, providing […]
About Operation Meghdoot
Context: The Indian Army recently commemorated 40 years since ‘Operation Meghdoot’ began, securing the Siachen Glacier. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Operation Meghdoot Objective: Historical Context: Purpose: Execution: Achievements: Strategic Importance of Siachen: -Source: The Economic Times
About Lake Kariba
Context: Water levels at Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe have dropped dramatically because of the latest El Nino drought. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Lake Kariba Size and Ranking: Location: Formation: Kariba Dam: Significance: Geographical Features: -Source: Down To Earth
About Kerogen
Context: The primary source of hydrocarbons in the rocky underground is called kerogen: lumps of organic matter. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Kerogen Definition and Composition: Occurrence and Properties: Role in Hydrocarbon Formation: Types of Kerogens: Impact on Hydrocarbon Generation: -Source: The Hindu
About the Fiscal Monitor Report
Context: Recently, in its Fiscal Monitor the International Monetary Fund said industrial policy initiatives pursued by the United States, Europe and other countries to steer innovation in certain sectors were no panacea to boost economic growth. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About the Fiscal Monitor Report Overview Key Facts about the International […]