Distribution: yearly

International NGOs and the Perils of Outsourcing Development

Why in the News? For many years, International NGOs (INGOs) have promoted donor-driven agendas that have frequently caused harm to… Continue reading International NGOs and the Perils of Outsourcing Development

Workplace carcinogens are increasingly a global problem

Why in the News? Data indicates that Central Europe and the wealthiest nations in Asia are approaching the cancer rates… Continue reading Workplace carcinogens are increasingly a global problem

As the green patch spreads in Antarctica, here’s what is worrying scientists

Why in the News? A new study reveals that plant cover on the Antarctic Peninsula, a mountainous region extending towards… Continue reading As the green patch spreads in Antarctica, here’s what is worrying scientists

Literature Nobel, 2024

Why in the News? The 2024 Nobel Prize has been awarded to South Korean writer Han Kang for her “intense… Continue reading Literature Nobel, 2024

Baku and South Caucasus Region

Why in the News? The 29th COP to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) will begin on… Continue reading Baku and South Caucasus Region

Hurricane Milton

Why in the News? Hurricane Milton made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida, USA which caused heavy rain, flooding and strong… Continue reading Hurricane Milton

[11th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The U.K. and ‘leaving lessons’ from the Indian Ocean

PYQ Relevance: Q) What do you understand by ‘The String of Pearls’? How does it impact India? Briefly outline the… Continue reading [11th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The U.K. and ‘leaving lessons’ from the Indian Ocean

Rise in life expectancy has slowed dramatically: New study

Why in the News? After decades of steady increases in human life expectancy due to advancements in medicine and technology,… Continue reading Rise in life expectancy has slowed dramatically: New study

Can India escape middle-income trap?

Why in the News? The World Development Report 2024 highlights the “middle-income trap,” where economies stagnate as growth slows. Only… Continue reading Can India escape middle-income trap?

[pib] India’s Statement at the 21st ASEAN-India Summit 

Why in the News? In alignment with the theme of this year’s ASEAN Summit—“Enhancing Connectivity and Resilience”—PM Modi laid out… Continue reading [pib] India’s Statement at the 21st ASEAN-India Summit 

NABARD Survey on Rural Financial Inclusion

Why in the News? The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has published findings from its second All… Continue reading NABARD Survey on Rural Financial Inclusion

[10th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Mental health in India’s material world

PYQ Relevance: Q). Besides being a moral imperative of a Welfare State, primary health structure is a necessary precondition for… Continue reading [10th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Mental health in India’s material world

What is the Samsung worker’s strike in Chennai about?

Why in the News? Approximately two-thirds of workers at Samsung’s flagship factory in Chennai have been on strike for a… Continue reading What is the Samsung worker’s strike in Chennai about?

Fairwork India report highlights the absence of local living wage for gig workers, aggregators turning their back to collectivization

Why in the News? The ‘Fairwork India Ratings 2024’ highlights that platform aggregators in India fail to ensure local living… Continue reading Fairwork India report highlights the absence of local living wage for gig workers, aggregators turning their back to collectivization

What is fortified rice? Why did the Centre extend the initiative for its distribution of schemes

Why in the News? On October 9, 2024, the Union Cabinet approved extending the free fortified rice supply under welfare… Continue reading What is fortified rice? Why did the Centre extend the initiative for its distribution of schemes

Mount Dhaulagiri

Why in the News? Five Russian mountaineers lost their lives during an expedition on Mount Dhaulagiri in Nepal, the world’s… Continue reading Mount Dhaulagiri

Amangarh Tiger Reserve

Why in the News? The body of an eight-year-old tiger was found on the border of Amangarh Tiger Reserve of… Continue reading Amangarh Tiger Reserve

[pib] WHO declares that India has eliminated Trachoma as a public health problem in 2024

Why in the News? The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that India has successfully eliminated Trachoma as a public… Continue reading [pib] WHO declares that India has eliminated Trachoma as a public health problem in 2024

What is the Marburg Virus?

Why in the News? Rwanda has reported a Marburg virus outbreak with several confirmed cases and deaths, making it a… Continue reading What is the Marburg Virus?

[9th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Sunset for the U.K.’s coal-fired power, lessons for India

PYQ Relevance: Q). Describe the major outcomes of the 26th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the… Continue reading [9th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Sunset for the U.K.’s coal-fired power, lessons for India