The Clean Energy Transition has become messy
Why in the news? The war in the Middle East, Russia, and Ukraine, and sanctions by the US have eventually… Continue reading The Clean Energy Transition has become messy
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What is Carbon Farming? | Explained
Why in the News? The goal of carbon farming is to mitigate climate change by reducing the amount of carbon… Continue reading What is Carbon Farming? | Explained
Uttarakhand Forest Fires
Why in the News? Last week, three instances of forest fire were reported from the major forest belts in Uttarakhand.… Continue reading Uttarakhand Forest Fires
Catatumbo Lightning: A Torrent of Current
Why in the news? Catatumbo lightning is a natural event seen over the Catatumbo River in Venezuela, where lightning strikes… Continue reading Catatumbo Lightning: A Torrent of Current
Scintillating Sea Creatures and their Uniqueness
Why in the News? “Scintillating” means sparkling or shining brightly, often used metaphorically to describe something lively, exciting, or… Continue reading Scintillating Sea Creatures and their Uniqueness
Shellfish Aquaculture for Water Remediation
Why in the news? Shellfish aquaculture using Geukensia demissa is emerging as a viable solution for mitigating excess nutrients and… Continue reading Shellfish Aquaculture for Water Remediation
[pib] May 5: World Pulmonary Hypertension Day
Why in the news? Every year on May 5, pulmonary hypertension organizations and groups around the world participate in World… Continue reading [pib] May 5: World Pulmonary Hypertension Day
[6 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The PM’s speeches fall foul of the Model Code of Conduct
Mains PYQ Relevance: Q) Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in light of the evolution of the… Continue reading [6 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The PM’s speeches fall foul of the Model Code of Conduct
Make the poor richer without making the rich poorer
Why in the News? Since the Congress Party released its Election Manifesto ’Nyay Patra’, the word ‘redistribution’ has dominated the… Continue reading Make the poor richer without making the rich poorer
It is time to operationalize the Indian Defence University (IDU)
Why in the news? While the nature of war remains constant, its changing character imposes a premium on Military Education… Continue reading It is time to operationalize the Indian Defence University (IDU)
An overview of Sudan’s civil war
Why in the News? The inability of successive governments to articulate a shared vision has resulted in the unfair distribution… Continue reading An overview of Sudan’s civil war
Endosymbiotic Theory and Symbiogenesis
Why in the news? The endosymbiotic theory suggests that tiny structures in cells called mitochondria and chloroplasts were once independent… Continue reading Endosymbiotic Theory and Symbiogenesis
Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower and how it can be spotted
Why in the news? The Eta Aquariid meteor shower, an annual event, will reach its peak on May 5 and… Continue reading Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower and how it can be spotted
‘Hicky’s Bengal Gazette’: India’s First Newspaper
Why in the news? World Press Freedom Day, observed annually on May 3, underscores the significance of journalism in society,… Continue reading ‘Hicky’s Bengal Gazette’: India’s First Newspaper
National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) and the Dynamics of OBC Inclusion
Why in the news? The National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) has begun a comprehensive review of State OBC Lists… Continue reading National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) and the Dynamics of OBC Inclusion
[4 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The paradox of India’s Global rise, its Regional decline
PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q Evaluate the economic and strategic dimensions of India’s Look East Policy in the context of the… Continue reading [4 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The paradox of India’s Global rise, its Regional decline
A look at how Article 361 provides immunity.
Why in the News? Even as a complaint alleging sexual harassment has been filed in Kolkata against West Bengal Governor… Continue reading A look at how Article 361 provides immunity.
This is the year to get the Sustainable Development Goals back on track
Why in the News? 2024 is an election year across the world and newly elected governments need to focus on… Continue reading This is the year to get the Sustainable Development Goals back on track
How Diplomatic Passports, visa regimes work?
Why in the news? After allegations of sexual abuse by Janata Dal (Secular) MP Prajwal Revanna came to light, the… Continue reading How Diplomatic Passports, visa regimes work?
Financial Relief in Domestic Violence Cases
Why in the news? A recent question before the Supreme Court compelled it to deliberate on whether damages for domestic… Continue reading Financial Relief in Domestic Violence Cases
