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How govern-mentality exacerbates the problem of farmers’ stubble burning

Why in the News? A new study by researchers Sujit Raghunathrao Jagadale and Javed M. Shaikh from IIM Amritsar looks at the issue of stubble burning by examining how government policies and market systems are failing to manage the problem effectively. Why do farmers continue stubble burning despite its harm to air quality? Cost-Effective Method:… Continue reading How govern-mentality exacerbates the problem of farmers’ stubble burning

Telangana becomes first State to notify Sub- categorization of SCs

Why in the News? The Telangana government has officially implemented the sub-categorization of Scheduled Castes (SCs) into three groups, following a Supreme Court judgment in August 2024 that upheld the constitutionality of sub-classifying SCs and Scheduled Tribes (STs) to grant separate quotas for the most marginalized groups. About Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Their Subcategorization: SCs… Continue reading Telangana becomes first State to notify Sub- categorization of SCs

KATRIN Experiment

Why in the News? The KATRIN (Karlsruhe Tritium Neutrino Experiment) has made a groundbreaking achievement by measuring neutrino mass with a new precision. About the KATRIN Experiment: The KATRIN is located at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), specifically on its Campus North site in Karlsruhe, Germany. It is aimed at measuring the mass of… Continue reading KATRIN Experiment

DRDO successfully tested Directed Energy Weapon (DEW)

Why in the News? India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully tested the Mk-II(A) Laser-Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) system, marking a major achievement in the country’s defense capabilities. About Mk-II(A) Laser-Directed Energy Weapon (DEW) System  The Mk-II(A) Laser-DEW system, also known as Sahastra Shakti, is an indigenously developed Laser weapon with an operational… Continue reading DRDO successfully tested Directed Energy Weapon (DEW)

[14th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Will Trump’s tariffs bring in a recession?

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2018] How would the recent phenomena of protectionism and currency manipulations in world trade affect macroeconomic stability of India? Linkage:  Trump’s administration was known for implementing protectionist trade policies, primarily through tariffs, starting around that period as discussed in the article. The question asks about the impact of “protectionism” on “macroeconomic stability,”… Continue reading [14th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Will Trump’s tariffs bring in a recession?

Study finds a Shift in Peak Time of Maximum Rainfall

Why in the News? A recent study published in Geophysical Research Letters revealed changes in the amount and timing of rainfall using GSMaP Data between 2001-2010 and 2011-2020. About Global Satellite Mapping of Precipitation (GSMaP) GSMaP is a specialized precipitation product developed through collaboration between ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) and JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration… Continue reading Study finds a Shift in Peak Time of Maximum Rainfall

India-Middle-East-Europe-Economic Corridor (IMEEC)

Why in the News? India and Italy have decided to enhance cooperation in trade, defence, clean energy, and high technology while working jointly on the India-Middle-East-Europe-Economic Corridor (IMEEC). About IMEEC Project: IMEEC is a key initiative under the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII), aimed at infrastructure development in developing regions. It was formally… Continue reading India-Middle-East-Europe-Economic Corridor (IMEEC)

What is Atmospheric River?

Why in the News? Earlier this month, severe weather in the United States, including heavy rainfall, strong winds, and thunderstorms, was caused by an Atmospheric River. What is an Atmospheric River? An atmospheric river is a narrow, fast-moving band of moisture and wind that transports large amounts of water vapor across vast distances. They form… Continue reading What is Atmospheric River?

[12th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The Beijing India Report as milestone and opportunity

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2019] What are the continued challenges for women in India against time and space? Linkage: The challenges that women still face are a major concern under the Beijing Platform for Action and are likely to be reviewed in the Beijing India Report. Pointing out these ongoing issues shows how much more needs… Continue reading [12th April 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The Beijing India Report as milestone and opportunity

The conservation argument for resurrecting dire wolf is not credible

Why in the news? Colossal Biosciences is an American company that combines genetics and conservation in a unique way by bringing back species that have been extinct for thousands of years. What is the primary goal of Colossal Biosciences’ de-extinction project? Colossal Biosciences is a biotechnology company specializing in de-extinction projects, aiming to revive extinct… Continue reading The conservation argument for resurrecting dire wolf is not credible

SAARC Development Fund (SDF)

Why in the News? With recent cuts in USAID funding the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Development Fund (SDF), with a capital base of $672 million and $1.5 billion in authorized funds, is gaining attention. About the SAARC Development Fund (SDF): The SDF was established in 2010 by SAARC member countries: Afghanistan, Bangladesh,… Continue reading SAARC Development Fund (SDF)

PM-POSHAN Scheme

Why in the News? The material cost for the PM-POSHAN (Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman) Scheme has been increased by 9.5%, resulting in an additional cost of â‚ą954 crore to be incurred by the Centre in the 2025-26 financial year. About PM-POSHAN Scheme: The PM-POSHAN Scheme, formerly known as the Mid-Day Meal Scheme, is a… Continue reading PM-POSHAN Scheme

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