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[pib] GARBH-Ini-DRISHTI: India’s First Ferret Research Facility

Why in the News? India’s first Ferret Research Facility, GARBH-Ini-DRISHTI, was inaugurated at Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) in Faridabad to boost vaccine development and infectious disease research. About GARBH-INi-DRISHTI GARBH-INi-DRISHTI is a data repository and information-sharing hub designed to provide comprehensive clinical and biological insights into maternal and child health. Developed under… Continue reading [pib] GARBH-Ini-DRISHTI: India’s First Ferret Research Facility

Gyan Bharatam Mission

Why in the News? The Union Budget 2025-26 has introduced the Gyan Bharatam Mission, a comprehensive initiative for surveying, documenting, and conserving India’s manuscript heritage. What is Gyan Bharatam Mission? It is a nationwide initiative launched in the Union Budget 2025-26 to survey, document, and conserve India’s manuscript heritage. The mission aims to cover over… Continue reading Gyan Bharatam Mission

[4th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Some wind behind the sails of India’s shipping industry

PYQ Relevance: Q) ‘China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia’, In the light of this statement, discuss its impact on India as her neighbor. (UPSC CSE 2017) Q) The Gati-Shakti Yojana needs meticulous co-ordination between the government and the private sector to… Continue reading [4th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Some wind behind the sails of India’s shipping industry

Second National Gene Bank

Why in the News? As part of the Union Budget 2025-26, Finance Minister announced the establishment of a second National Gene Bank in India. About the First National Gene Bank Established in 1996 by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBPGR) in New Delhi. Functions as India’s primary facility for… Continue reading Second National Gene Bank

NGT issues notice to Centre on use of invasive fish species for mosquito control

Why in the News? The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has sought a response from the Central government regarding the use of two highly invasive and alien fish species—Gambusia affinis (Mosquitofish) and Poecilia reticulata (Guppy)—as biological agents for mosquito control in multiple states. Both species are classified as “invasive and alien” by the National Biodiversity Authority… Continue reading NGT issues notice to Centre on use of invasive fish species for mosquito control

[3rd February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Beyond tax cuts, a closer read of the Union Budget

PYQ Relevance: Q) One of the intended objectives of Union-Budget 15-18 is to ‘transform, energize and clean India’. Analyze the measures proposed in the Budget 15-18 to achieve the objective. (UPSC CSE 2017) Q) Distinguish between Capital Budget and Revenue Budget. Explain the components of both these Budgets. (UPSC CSE 2021)   Mentor’s Comment: UPSC… Continue reading [3rd February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Beyond tax cuts, a closer read of the Union Budget

Inland Mangrove of Guneri

Why in the News? The Gujarat government has declared the Guneri Inland Mangrove in Kutch as the state’s first Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) under The Biological Diversity Act, 2002. Quick Facts about Mangroves in India: “Red List of Mangrove Ecosystems” report released on May 22 (International Day for Biodiversity), 2024. India holds 3% of South… Continue reading Inland Mangrove of Guneri

Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme

Why in the News? In the Union Budget 2025-26, Finance Minister, has introduced the Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme to provide digital textbooks in Indian languages. What is Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme? Aims and Objectives: It will provide digital textbooks and study resources for students at the school and university levels, promoting regional languages in the… Continue reading Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme

[pib] What is Geo-Economic Fragmentation?

Why in the News? The Economic Survey 2024-25 highlights the shift from globalization to geo-economic fragmentation (GEF). Countries are now forming economic blocs, with concepts like “friend-shoring” gaining prominence. What is Geo-Economic Fragmentation (GEF)? GEF refers to the breakdown of global economic integration, caused by strategic national policies. It involves disruptions in trade, capital flows,… Continue reading [pib] What is Geo-Economic Fragmentation?

Supreme Court (SC) bans Manual Scavenging in 6 cities in a writ petition

Why in the News? Recently, the Supreme Court ordered a complete ban on manual scavenging and unsafe cleaning of sewers and septic tanks in major cities across India. What measures will be implemented to ensure compliance with the ban? Affidavit Submission: The court has directed the Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of the six metropolitan cities—Delhi,… Continue reading Supreme Court (SC) bans Manual Scavenging in 6 cities in a writ petition

Four new sites to get Ramsar Tag

Why in the News? Ahead of World Wetlands Day (February 2nd), the Environment Ministry announced the inclusion of four new Ramsar sites, bringing India’s total to 89. The newly designated sites are Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary and Therthangal Bird Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, Khecheopalri Wetland in Sikkim, and Udhwa Lake Bird Sanctuary in Jharkhand.  With this,… Continue reading Four new sites to get Ramsar Tag

Cannabis Cultivation in India

Why in the News? The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet has approved a pilot study for the controlled cultivation of cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes. Legal Status of Cannabis Cultivation in India: Prohibited for recreational use under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. Section 2 of the NDPS Act bans the cultivation, production,… Continue reading Cannabis Cultivation in India

China’s Artificial Sun creates Record in Fusion Research

Why in the News? China’s Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak (EAST), commonly referred to as the Artificial Sun, has set a new world record by sustaining a high-confinement plasma operation for 1066 seconds. The artificial sun reached an extreme temperature of 100 million degrees Celsius, surpassing its own previous record of 403 seconds. What is the… Continue reading China’s Artificial Sun creates Record in Fusion Research

In news: Palar River

Why in the News? The British-era Palar River Anaicut, a masonry check dam built in 1858, is undergoing a major restoration following severe structural damage caused by the 2021 floods. Supreme Court’s Directives: The Supreme Court (SC) has directed that all restoration activities must adhere to environmental protection laws and sustainable development principles. The WRD… Continue reading In news: Palar River

[31st January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: An opportunity to settle Sri Lanka’s ethnic problem

PYQ Relevance: Q) ‘India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka.’ Discuss India’s role in the recent crisis in Sri Lanka in the light of the preceding statement. (UPSC CSE 2022)   Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka (2022), and ‘India — Sri Lanka relations… Continue reading [31st January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: An opportunity to settle Sri Lanka’s ethnic problem

Cabinet approves Mechanism for procurement of ethanol by Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) under EBP Programme

Why in the News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved a revision in the ethanol procurement price for Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) for the Ethanol Supply Year (ESY) 2024-25. What is the significance of the Price Revision? The recent revision of the ethanol procurement price for Public Sector Oil Marketing… Continue reading Cabinet approves Mechanism for procurement of ethanol by Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) under EBP Programme

India approves Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSME manufacturers

Why in the News? The government approved a Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme  (MCGS)  for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). What is MCGS-MSME? The Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs (MCGS-MSME) is a government initiative aimed at enhancing financial accessibility for micro, small, and medium enterprises in India. What are the Provisions and Salient Features… Continue reading India approves Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSME manufacturers

[pib] E-Shram Microsites & Occupational Shortage Index (OSI)

Why in the News? Union Minister for Labour & Employment has launched State and Union Territory Microsites under the e-Shram initiative and the Occupational Shortage Index (OSI). About E-Shram Microsites E-Shram Microsites are state-specific digital platforms integrated with the national e-Shram database. It is aimed at providing unorganised workers seamless access to both Central and… Continue reading [pib] E-Shram Microsites & Occupational Shortage Index (OSI)

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