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Onward to Thorium

Why in the News? Recently, at the start of March 2024, our 500-MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) began fuel-loading, marking the successful completion of commissioning trials and rectification of a range of first-of-its-kind equipment in the fast breeder reactor technology. Context: Homi Bhabha’s spirit of self-reliance has enabled the autonomous pursuit of ‘Thorium Goals’. His proposed three-stage strategy aims to develop critical… Continue reading Onward to Thorium

Forest Fires in the Nilgiris

Why in the news? Forest fires have been ongoing in the Coonoor forest range of the Nilgiris in Tamil Nadu for the past week. Context: The Indian Air Force has recently joined the firefighting operations led by the state forest department. A Mi-17 V5 helicopter has been deployed to conduct numerous Bambi Bucket operations, delivering… Continue reading Forest Fires in the Nilgiris

Changing cancer nomenclature can improve treatment outcomes: doctors 

Why in the news?  Physicians have expressed the necessity to categorize Cancers based on their genetic characteristics. Context: An updated classification system could aid patients in comprehending the reasoning behind their treatment. While two individuals may share the same type of cancer, their therapies could vary due to differences in the biological mechanisms driving their… Continue reading Changing cancer nomenclature can improve treatment outcomes: doctors 

[pib] International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE)

Why in the news- The 41st Steering Committee Meeting of the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE) is being convened in New Delhi. The IPHE Steering Committee Meetings held biannually serve as a crucial platform for fostering international collaboration and coordination among member countries, stakeholders, and decision-makers. What is a… Continue reading [pib] International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE)

[19 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Violence, homelessness, and women’s mental health

Note4Students:  PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Women’s movement in India has not addressed the issues of women of lower social strata.’ Substantiate your view. [UPSC 2018]“ Though women in post-Independent India have excelled in various fields, the social attitude towards women and the feminist movement has been patriarchal.” Apart from women’s education and women empowerment schemes, what… Continue reading [19 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Violence, homelessness, and women’s mental health

Understanding dialysis outcome patterns in India through a nationwide study 

Why in the News?  Recently, there are some findings from a nationwide private haemodialysis network’, the Lancet Regional Health-Southeast Asia, on the survival of patients receiving haemodialysis in India Context: India has amongst the highest number of patients receiving chronic dialysis, globally estimated at around 1,75,000 people in 2018. Daily, the number of patients on… Continue reading Understanding dialysis outcome patterns in India through a nationwide study 

 The MIRV leap that fires up India’s nuclear deterrence

Why in the news?  The Agni-5 ballistic missile test dubbed the “Divyastra”, that was conducted by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is strategically consequential Context: With a range of over 5,000 kilometers, the Agni-5 is the longest-range missile India has tested so far. But it is not simply its range but, equally, its… Continue reading  The MIRV leap that fires up India’s nuclear deterrence

How were the new Election Commissioners selected? | Explained

Why in the news?  The President has appointed Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, both retired IAS officers, as Election Commissioners (ECs) to fill up two vacancies in the three-member Election Commission of India Context: Article 324 of the Indian Constitution dictates the appointment of Election Commissioners, granting the Election Commission of India (ECI) authority… Continue reading How were the new Election Commissioners selected? | Explained

Passing Off under Trademark Rules

Why in the news? A lady in New Delhi successfully obtained trademark for her Momos brand from New Delhi High Court, after a similar trademark infringed upon her rights and reputation. The lady’s legal action invoked ‘passing off’ provisions, seeking cancellation of the infringers’ trademark under relevant sections of the Trademarks Act. What are Trademarks?… Continue reading Passing Off under Trademark Rules

[pib] Exercise Tiger Triumph-24

Why in the news The third edition of the bilateral tri-service ‘Exercise Tiger Triumph– 24’ between India and the US will be held on the Eastern Seaboard in the US from March 18 to 31. Exercise Tiger Triumph-24 The primary aim of this exercise is to enhance interoperability between the Indian Navy and the US… Continue reading [pib] Exercise Tiger Triumph-24

Foot and Mouth Diseases in Cattles

Why in the news The foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has affected around many milch cattle in Uttar Pradesh. What is Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD)? FMD is a highly contagious viral disease of livestock that has a significant economic impact. The disease affects all cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and other cloven-hoofed ruminants. Intensively reared animals are more susceptible… Continue reading Foot and Mouth Diseases in Cattles

Multi-purpose app SAKHI to assist Gaganyaan Crew

What is the news- The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), an ISRO facility located at Thumba in Thiruvananthapuram, has developed a multi-purpose app ‘SAKHI’ to assist Gaganyaan Crew. About SAKHI The Space-borne Assistant and Knowledge Hub for Crew Interaction (SAKHI) is equipped to monitor astronauts’ health, maintain communication with Earth, and manage dietary schedules. It… Continue reading Multi-purpose app SAKHI to assist Gaganyaan Crew

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