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MUDRA 2.0 Loans

Why in the News? The Union Budget 2024 has sought to increase the loan limit under the MUDRA scheme signifying the potential launch of MUDRA 2.0. What is MUDRA 1.0? Details Launch Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) Launched in 2015. Purpose To extend affordable credit to micro and small enterprises, bringing them into the formal… Continue reading MUDRA 2.0 Loans

Simple Medical Tools of an OPD Visit

Why in the News? These medical tools—thermometers, stethoscopes, weighing scales, and sphygmomanometers—are essential for diagnosing and monitoring basic health parameters. Each tool has its own function and specific way of operation, which helps healthcare professionals make informed decisions about patient care. Here is the list of tools used in a Doctor’s Diagnosis: Function Description and… Continue reading Simple Medical Tools of an OPD Visit

Frequent mass wasting in Tibet a cause for worry in India 

Why in the News? A recent study on frequent mass wasting in Sedongpu Gully and rapid warming raises concerns for India’s Northeast region. About Sedongpu Gully: The Sedongpu gully (29°47′7.20′′N, 94°55′24′′E) is in the large bend region of the Yarlung Tsangpo River, located in the southeastern Tibetan Plateau. Debris flows have occurred in two adjacent… Continue reading Frequent mass wasting in Tibet a cause for worry in India 

What is the Unified Pension Scheme?

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet approved the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for 23 lakh central government employees. About Unified Pension Scheme (UPS): Explanation Implementation Date Effective from April 1, 2025. Eligibility Central government employees with at least 10 years of service. Assured Pension 50% of average basic pay over the last 12 months… Continue reading What is the Unified Pension Scheme?

What is Sonoluminescence? 

Why in the News? Recent studies have provided deeper insights into the mechanics of Sonoluminescence, particularly the conditions under which light is emitted from collapsing bubbles in liquids. What is Sonoluminescence? Sonoluminescence is a phenomenon in which small gas bubbles in a liquid emit short bursts of light when exposed to intense sound waves. The… Continue reading What is Sonoluminescence? 

[pib] PM-JANMAN Mission

Why in the News? The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs is conducting an Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign under the PM-JANMAN Mission. About Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha AbhiyaN (PM-JANMAN): Details Launched on November 15, 2023, on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas Objective Improve socio-economic welfare of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) through 11 critical… Continue reading [pib] PM-JANMAN Mission

[23rd August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Kursk gambit, Ukrainian tactics, and battle realities

PYQ Relevance:Q (a): Russia and Ukraine war has been going on for the last seven months. Different countries have taken independent stands and actions keeping in view their own national interests. We are all aware that war has its own impact on the different aspects of society, including human tragedy. What are those ethical issues… Continue reading [23rd August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Kursk gambit, Ukrainian tactics, and battle realities

In news: Gumti River

Why in the News? India has refuted allegations that the recent floods in eastern Bangladesh were caused by the opening of the Dumbur dam over Gumti River in Tripura. About Gumti River Details Origin Dumboor Lake, Tripura, India Length Approximately 150 kilometers Course Flows southward through Tripura, India, and then into Bangladesh; Joins the Meghna… Continue reading In news: Gumti River

Why has Malaysia tweaked its ‘Orangutan Diplomacy’?

Why in the News? Malaysia, after initially introducing its version of soft power called “Orangutan Diplomacy” following China’s successful “panda diplomacy,” has now reversed its decision. What is Orangutan Diplomacy? It is a Malaysian strategy that seeks to use orangutan conservation as a tool of soft power, inspired by China’s “panda diplomacy.” It had first… Continue reading Why has Malaysia tweaked its ‘Orangutan Diplomacy’?

Centre directs UPSC to withdraw ad for lateral entry into bureaucracy: Why has the policy been criticized?

Why in the News? The Central government asked the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Tuesday, August 20, to cancel an advertisement from three days earlier that called for applications to fill senior government positions through lateral recruitment. What is ‘Lateral Entry’ into the Bureaucracy? Definition: Lateral entry refers to the recruitment of personnel from… Continue reading Centre directs UPSC to withdraw ad for lateral entry into bureaucracy: Why has the policy been criticized?

Imports weaken Indian pharma

Why in the News? The government has introduced two import-based initiatives to meet domestic needs, which could potentially dampen the growth of the domestic industry. New medicines are generally under patent protection, preventing Indian companies from producing affordable generics/biosimilars. Impact of two initiatives on Domestic Industry: Global Tendering for 120 Medicines: The Department of Expenditure… Continue reading Imports weaken Indian pharma

What is Tera Hertz Spectrum?

Why in the News? The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released its recommendations on the Tera Hertz Spectrum. About Tera Hertz (THz) Spectrum The THz Spectrum refers to a range of electromagnetic waves with frequencies between 100 GHz (gigahertz) and 10 THz (terahertz).  This spectrum lies between microwaves and infrared light. It is known… Continue reading What is Tera Hertz Spectrum?

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