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Kalka-Shimla Heritage Railway Track

Why in the News? Himachal Pradesh CM has requested the Centre to consider running the Kalka-Shimla narrow-gauge railway—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—on green hydrogen to promote clean energy. The CM emphasized that this initiative aligns with Himachal Pradesh’s goal of becoming a ‘green energy state’ by March 31, 2026. About the Kalka-Shimla Railway The Kalka-Shimla… Continue reading Kalka-Shimla Heritage Railway Track

[4th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The BRICS summit boost to India-Iran ties

PYQ Relevance: Q) In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the national interest of India? How should India respond to its situation? (UPSC CSE 2018)Q) The question of India’s Energy Security constitutes the most important part of India’s economic progress. Analyze India’s energy policy cooperation with West Asian Countries. (UPSC CSE… Continue reading [4th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The BRICS summit boost to India-Iran ties

The Gompertz Model

Why in the News? Indian researchers have developed a predictive model based on the Gompertz Model to estimate a newborn’s birth weight using routine pregnancy scans. What is the Gompertz Model? It is a mathematical model developed by English mathematician Benjamin Gompertz in the early 19th century. It was originally designed to model population growth… Continue reading The Gompertz Model

[2nd November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Nilgiris as a shared wilderness

PYQ Relevance: Q) How does biodiversity vary in India? How is the Biological Diversity Act,2002 helpful in conservation of flora and fauna? (UPSC CSE 2018) Q) How can the mountain ecosystem be restored from the negative impact of development initiatives and tourism? (UPSC CSE 2019) Q) Examine the status of forest resources of India and… Continue reading [2nd November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Nilgiris as a shared wilderness

[pib] Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 24

Why in the News? The Indian Army contingent has departed for Cijantung, Jakarta, Indonesia to take part in the 9th edition of India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 24. Note:  Exercise Garuda is a bilateral air force exercise between the Indian Air Force and the French Air and Space Force. Exercise Shakti is a… Continue reading [pib] Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 24

[pib] Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR

Why in the News? The Indian Army contingent departed today for the 15th edition of VAJRA PRAHAR, a joint Special Forces exercise with the US Army. About Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR: Details What is it? A joint Special Forces exercise between India and the US aimed at enhancing military cooperation. Inception Started in 2010 as part… Continue reading [pib] Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR

SC ruling on child marriage: why it’s important to go beyond just punishment

Why in the News? In the recent judgment of Society for Enlightenment and Voluntary Action v. Union of India, the SC has shifted the focus in child marriage cases from punishing criminal acts to addressing the “harm inflicted on the victim.” What is the law on Child Marriage? Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 (PCMA):… Continue reading SC ruling on child marriage: why it’s important to go beyond just punishment

Mount Fuji

Why in the News? Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji has set a new record for the longest delay in snowfall since records began in 1894. Why delay in snowfall at Mount Fuji?  Higher Temperatures: Japan’s hottest summer on record and above-average October temperatures have delayed the cooling needed for snow. Heatwave: Japan experienced numerous “extremely hot”… Continue reading Mount Fuji

What is DANA?

Why in the News? The extreme conditions in eastern Spain which saw Valencia get a year’s worth of rain in just 8 hours can be blamed on an event locally known as Depresion Aislada en Niveles Altos (DANA). What is DANA? Depresion Aislada en Niveles Altos (DANA), is commonly referred to as the “cold drop”… Continue reading What is DANA?

Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO)

Why in the News? Two earthquakes struck Iran sparking rumours of a nuclear test. However, the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) in Vienna swiftly refuted these claims using its International Monitoring System (IMS) designed to detect nuclear tests. About International Monitoring System (IMS): IMS is a global monitoring network established by the CTBTO to detect… Continue reading Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO)

A collective effort towards peace in Myanmar

Why in the News? The 44th ASEAN Summit in Vientiane highlighted growing regional issues, especially Myanmar’s crisis. Despite ASEAN’s peace efforts, Myanmar’s turmoil persists, testing the group’s commitment to stability. What are the key challenges facing ASEAN and India in their efforts to stabilize Myanmar? Lack of Consensus within ASEAN: ASEAN’s principle of consensus-based decision-making… Continue reading A collective effort towards peace in Myanmar

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