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[pib] International Blue Flag hoisted at 8 beaches across the Country

The Environment Minister has virtually hoisted the international blue flags in 8 beaches across the country. Try this PYQ: Q.… Continue reading [pib] International Blue Flag hoisted at 8 beaches across the Country

The possibility of a two-front war

The possibility of a two-front war has been debated for long in the Indian security establishment. However, the Galwan valley… Continue reading The possibility of a two-front war

Who was freedom fighter Udham Singh?

December 26 was the birth anniversary of freedom fighter Udham Singh, who is known for avenging the Jallianwala Bagh massacre… Continue reading Who was freedom fighter Udham Singh?

[pib] PM-JAY SEHAT

The Prime Minister has launched Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY SEHAT to extend coverage to all residents of Jammu & Kashmir. Q.Discuss… Continue reading [pib] PM-JAY SEHAT

How dangerous is Ammonia?

Two persons died and several took ill in a major ammonia gas leakage at a fertilizers unit at Prayagraj. Try… Continue reading How dangerous is Ammonia?

Places in news: Rahim’s Tomb

This newscard is an excerpt from the original article published in The Hindu. Try this PYQ: Q.With reference to Mian… Continue reading Places in news: Rahim’s Tomb

Governance reforms in central universities

Central Universities need reforms in their Governing Councils to make them realise their potential. Central Universities in the need of… Continue reading Governance reforms in central universities

History: Visva-Bharati University

The Visva-Bharati University established by Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore has completed its centenary. Do you remember the scheme of education by… Continue reading History: Visva-Bharati University

What are Fastags?

From January 1, all lanes of National Highways will accept only electronic payments through FASTag. Fastags work on a unique… Continue reading What are Fastags?

[pib] Tso Kar Wetland Complex

India has added Tso Kar Wetland Complex in Ladakh as its 42nd Ramsar site, which is a second one in… Continue reading [pib] Tso Kar Wetland Complex

Mapping: Caspian Sea

The Caspian is actually a lake, the largest in the world and it is experiencing a devastating decline in its… Continue reading Mapping: Caspian Sea

World to breach 1.5°C threshold by 2027-2042

The planet will breach the threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels between 2027 and 2042 according to new… Continue reading World to breach 1.5°C threshold by 2027-2042

Scheduled Castes Post-matric Scholarship Plan

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved changes to the post-matric scholarship scheme for students from the Scheduled Castes… Continue reading Scheduled Castes Post-matric Scholarship Plan

No need for a Two-Child Policy

The latest data from the National Family Health Survey-5 (NFHS-5) proves that the country’s population is stabilizing and fears over… Continue reading No need for a Two-Child Policy

Why the universe has less ‘antimatter’ than matter?

This newscard is an excerpt from the original article published in DownToEarth. Try this PYQ: Q.The known forces of nature… Continue reading Why the universe has less ‘antimatter’ than matter?

Firefly Bird Diverters’ to save the Great Indian Bustard (GIB)

The Environment Ministry along with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) India has come up with a unique initiative a “firefly… Continue reading Firefly Bird Diverters’ to save the Great Indian Bustard (GIB)

Bihar to change Kosi’s course to save the ancient site

The Bihar government will try to divert the course of the mighty Kosi River in Bhagalpur district to save an… Continue reading Bihar to change Kosi’s course to save the ancient site

[pib] Rights to the Electricity Consumers

The Ministry of Power has for the first time laid down Rights to the Electricity Consumers through “Electricity (Rights of… Continue reading [pib] Rights to the Electricity Consumers

[pib] Leopard Population in India

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has released the Status of Leopards Report. Confused over Leopard and Cheetah?… Continue reading [pib] Leopard Population in India

Policy implementation in India : Issues

Policy implementation matters as much as the policy itself. The article highlights the importance of monitoring system to track the… Continue reading Policy implementation in India : Issues