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Basics of Electric Power Transmission

Central Idea In 1954, India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, referred to dams as “the temples of modern India” during a visit to the Bhakra Nangal Dam site. This statement emphasized the critical role of electricity in the nation’s development and its transmission as the cornerstone of economic progress. This article offers a simplified introduction… Continue reading Basics of Electric Power Transmission

Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) Initiative

Central Idea The Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) initiative, recently unveiled by the Quad grouping (India, Australia, Japan, and the U.S.), underscores a shared commitment to uphold a free, open, inclusive, and rules-based Indo-Pacific. What is IPMDA Initiative? IPMDA Initiative was announced at the Quad Leaders’ Summit in Tokyo, 2022. It primarily aims to track… Continue reading Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) Initiative

India-Bhutan Relations

Central Idea The recent three-day visit of Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuk to Assam marked a significant milestone in India-Bhutan relations. Notably, it was the first-ever visit by a Bhutanese monarch to the state, signifying the close ties between the two neighbours and a fresh chapter of cooperation. Bhutan and India: Historical Context Border… Continue reading India-Bhutan Relations

Role of TCAS-Kavach in Railway Safety

Central Idea The tragic train collision in Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, resulting in 14 fatalities and 50 injuries, highlights the critical importance of implementing Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems (TCAS). In this case, the indigenous TCAS known as ‘Kavach’ was not in place on the route where the collision occurred, emphasizing the need for enhanced railway… Continue reading Role of TCAS-Kavach in Railway Safety

India to bring in a National Security Strategy (NSS): What is it, why is it important?

Central Idea India is embarking on a historic journey as it initiates the development of its inaugural National Security Strategy (NSS). The National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) is actively collecting insights and inputs from diverse Central ministries and departments, laying the foundation for a comprehensive strategy that will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the… Continue reading India to bring in a National Security Strategy (NSS): What is it, why is it important?

India’s Deep Ocean Mission: A Journey into the Abyss

Central Idea India’s Deep Ocean Mission (DOM) is a visionary initiative aimed at exploring and harnessing the immense potential of the ocean’s depths. Among its groundbreaking objectives, DOM will deploy an indigenous submersible with a three-member crew to reach a depth of 6,000 meters in the ocean, marking India’s first foray into the profound oceanic… Continue reading India’s Deep Ocean Mission: A Journey into the Abyss

H. Pylori Detection and Drug-Resistance Identification

Central Idea Indian researchers have developed a groundbreaking two-step PCR-based assay for detecting Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection, determining clarithromycin resistance, and distinguishing drug-sensitive strains. This molecular diagnostic tool reduces the detection time from weeks to just six-seven hours and exhibits remarkable accuracy, boasting 100% sensitivity and specificity. About H. Pylori Detection Helicobacter pylori, often… Continue reading H. Pylori Detection and Drug-Resistance Identification

Israel-Hamas War: Is Russia benefiting from the conflict?

Central Idea Russia’s official stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict places blame on the US for the actions of the militant Islamist organization Hamas. However, experts suggest that Russia’s interests deviate from its stated position, as it appears to benefit from the ongoing conflict and the global attention it garners. Russia’s Interests and Official Position Friendship… Continue reading Israel-Hamas War: Is Russia benefiting from the conflict?

What is Bletchley Park Declaration?

Central Idea The recent AI Safety Summit held at Bletchley Park, the historic site of World War II code-breakers, brought together nations, computer scientists, and tech leaders to address the challenges and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence (AI). India, a significant participant alongside countries like the US, UK, and China, played a pivotal role in… Continue reading What is Bletchley Park Declaration?

Pakistan’s Illegal Deportation of Afghan Refugees

Central Idea Pakistan’s government has recently implemented an order mandating the expulsion of all foreigners, with a significant impact on Afghan refugees, the largest refugee group in Pakistan. This move has raised questions about the fate of Afghan migrants returning to a country facing numerous challenges, including a collapsed economy, natural disasters, food insecurity, and… Continue reading Pakistan’s Illegal Deportation of Afghan Refugees

Narayana Murthy’s Proposition: Notion of Extended Working Hours

70 hours Work: Narayana Murthy Suggests Infosys founder N.R. Narayana Murthy’s recent call for young Indians to work 70 hours per week has ignited a debate on worker productivity in India. He cited Japan and Germany as examples of nations that prospered due to longer working hours post-World War II. However, his views raise questions… Continue reading Narayana Murthy’s Proposition: Notion of Extended Working Hours

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