State of the World Population Report 2020
The UNFPA has released the State of the World Population Report 2020. Highlights of the WPR I) Global prospects According… Continue reading State of the World Population Report 2020
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In news: Santhal Rebellion
Covid-19 pandemic has led to the cancellation of annual public observance of Hul in Jharkhand. Try this question from CSP… Continue reading In news: Santhal Rebellion
G4 Flu virus and it’s pandemic potential
In new research, scientists from China – which has the largest population of pigs in the world – have identified… Continue reading G4 Flu virus and it’s pandemic potential
Species in news: Assam keelback snake
More than a century after it was first seen, the Assam keelback — a snake species endemic to the region… Continue reading Species in news: Assam keelback snake
What is the STARS Project?
The World Bank has approved a $500 million Strengthening Teaching-Learning and Results for States Program (STARS) to improve the quality… Continue reading What is the STARS Project?
Gold Nanoparticles and their applications
Indian researchers have successfully synthesized gold nanoparticles (GNPs) using psychrotolerant Antarctic bacteria through a non-toxic, low-cost, and eco-friendly way. Nanotechnology… Continue reading Gold Nanoparticles and their applications
New rules to regulate exotic animal trade
The Environment Ministry’s wildlife division has introduced new rules to regulate the import and export of ‘exotic wildlife species’. Practice… Continue reading New rules to regulate exotic animal trade
Will banning Chinese imports hurt India’s exports?
Following the recent clashes with Chinese troops in Ladakh, there has been a growing clamour in the country to boycott… Continue reading Will banning Chinese imports hurt India’s exports?
Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated inequalities in education systems across the world a/c to the latest GEM report. Practice question… Continue reading Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report 2020
International Comparison Programme (ICP) by World Bank
The World Bank has released its ICP report for the reference year 2017. India has retained its position as the… Continue reading International Comparison Programme (ICP) by World Bank
IN-SPACe: Future forerunner for India’s space economy
The government approved the creation of Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) to ensure greater private participation in… Continue reading IN-SPACe: Future forerunner for India’s space economy
Learning Platform “Skills Build Reignite”
MSDE-IBM Partnership has unveiled Free Digital Learning Platform “Skills Build Reignite” to reach more job seekers & provide new resources… Continue reading Learning Platform “Skills Build Reignite”
The spirit of ‘Lal-Bal-Pal’ in Indian History
To commemorate the death centenary of Tilak, a Pune based NGO is set to revive the Independence-era spirit of the… Continue reading The spirit of ‘Lal-Bal-Pal’ in Indian History
Commission for Sub-Categorization of OBCs
The Union Cabinet has approved the extension of the term of the Commission to examine the issue of Sub-categorization of… Continue reading Commission for Sub-Categorization of OBCs
In news: Athirappally Waterfalls
The Kerala government recently gave the go-ahead for the proposed 163-megawatt (MW) Athirappally Hydroelectric Project. Information about some of India’s… Continue reading In news: Athirappally Waterfalls
Why Russia celebrates WWII triumph on a different date?
Raksha Mantri is on a three-day trip to Russia to attend the 75th Victory Day. India has sent a tri-services… Continue reading Why Russia celebrates WWII triumph on a different date?
What is the Arctic Heatwave warming up Siberia?
The Arctic Circle has recorded temperatures reaching over 38 degrees Celsius in the Siberian town of Verkhoyansk, likely an all-time… Continue reading What is the Arctic Heatwave warming up Siberia?
100 Years of Malabar Rebellion
With the 1921 Malabar Rebellion turning 100 next year, several movies have been announced back-to-back. Try this question from CSP… Continue reading 100 Years of Malabar Rebellion
Why high-altitude warfare is challenging, how soldiers are trained
The violent standoff between Indian and Chinese troops in Galwan Valley of Ladakh region has thrown the spotlight on high-altitude… Continue reading Why high-altitude warfare is challenging, how soldiers are trained
‘Decarbonizing Transport in India (DTI)’ Project
NITI Aayog in collaboration with International Transport Forum (ITF) is set to launch the “Decarbonising Transport in India” project with… Continue reading ‘Decarbonizing Transport in India (DTI)’ Project
