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What is Project NETRA?

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is building up its orbital debris tracking capability by deploying new radars and optical telescopes under the Network for Space Objects Tracking and Analysis (NETRA) project. Project NETRA The project will give India its own capability in space situational awareness (SSA) like the other space powers — which is… Continue reading What is Project NETRA?

[Sansad TV] Perspective – NLMC: Utilising Unused Land

UPSC 2022 countdown has begun! Get your personal guidance plan now! (Click here) Context Earlier this month, the Union Cabinet has approved the setting up of the National Land Monetization Corporation (NLMC) to monetize surplus land and building assets of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) and other agencies linked to the Government. In this article,… Continue reading [Sansad TV] Perspective – NLMC: Utilising Unused Land

Common University Entrance Test

Context UGC introduced the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) for admissions in undergraduate courses in 45 central universities in the country. Benefits of Common University Entrance Test (CUET) Deals with the issue of uneven quality of different boards: In a country like ours, because of the uneven quality of different school boards, there is a… Continue reading Common University Entrance Test

RBI cannot ignore inflation

Context Despite being legally mandated to keep inflation in check, RBI has persisted with easy monetary policy, even as inflationary pressures have increased. We need to understand why, and what could be the repercussions. Inflation problem in India For most of the past two years, CPI (consumer price index) inflation has been hovering close to… Continue reading RBI cannot ignore inflation

Detecting Microplastics in Human Blood

A study by researchers from The Netherlands has found Microplastics in blood samples. About half of these were PET (polyethylene tertraphthalate) plastics, which is used to make food grade bottles. What are Microplastics? Microplastics are tiny bits of various types of plastic found in the environment. The name is used to differentiate them from “macroplastics”… Continue reading Detecting Microplastics in Human Blood

Back in news: Malabar Rebellion

The Indian Council for Historical Research (ICHR) has deferred its decision on a recommendation to remove the 1921 Malabar Rebellion martyrs, including Variamkunnaathu Kunhahamad Haji and Ali Musliyar, from the list of India’s freedom fighters. Malabar Rebellion The Malabar Rebellion in 1921 started as resistance against the British colonial rule and the feudal system in… Continue reading Back in news: Malabar Rebellion

[Burning Issue] Political Crisis in Pakistan

UPSC 2022 countdown has begun! Get your personal guidance plan now! (Click here) Context Pakistan’s opposition parties are ready to move a no-confidence vote against Prime Minister Imran Khan. The country is facing a recurring financial crisis and Khan is accused of mismanaging the economy. What is the real issue? Anger against the govt: Pakistan’s… Continue reading [Burning Issue] Political Crisis in Pakistan

What is T-Cell Immunity?

A new study from Wuhan has studied the role of T-Cell Immunity against prolonged and sever COVID-19. What are T-Cells? Like B cells, which produce antibodies, T cells are central players in the immune response to viral infection. For your immune system to fight off any kind of invader, such as a virus, you need… Continue reading What is T-Cell Immunity?

Forging a social contract for data

Context The Draft India Data Accessibility and Use Policy 2022 released in February for public consultation, is silent on the norms, rules, and mechanisms to bring to fruition its vision. Aims of the policy The Draft Policy aims for harnessing public sector data for informed decision-making, citizen-centric delivery of public services, and economy-wide digital innovation.… Continue reading Forging a social contract for data

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