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Project to monitor animal health launched

Why in the News? The Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying launched the ‘Animal Health Security Strengthening in India for Pandemic Preparedness and Response’ initiative in New Delhi. What is the primary aim of the Animal Health Security Project? The Animal Health Security Project aims to strengthen India’s capacity to prevent, detect, and… Continue reading

India should be part of RCEP, CPTPP: NITI Aayog CEO

Why in the News? According to NITI Aayog CEO, India should join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). What are the implications of India joining RCEP and CPTPP? Enhanced Trade Opportunities: Joining RCEP and CPTPP could significantly boost India’s trade by providing access to larger… Continue reading

How climate change is bringing back the idea of Airships?

Why in the News? Some companies have been working to solve the buoyancy challenge of Airships, a longstanding issue that has hindered their use for cargo transportation. What are Airships? Airships are lighter-than-air aircraft capable of controlled powered flight. They were the first aircraft to achieve this and were considered the future of travel in… Continue reading

[pib] CARICOM (Caribbean Community)

Why in the News? The second meeting of the India-CARICOM Joint Commission took place virtually on November 6. The first meeting was held in Georgetown, Guyana on June 2, 2015. About Caribbean Community (CARICOM): Details Establishment Established in 1973 under the Treaty of Chaguaramas. Main Objectives • Promote economic integration and cooperation among member states.… Continue reading

Horn of Africa

Why in the News? According to a joint report by the UN and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), at least 65 million people are food insecure in the Horn of Africa. Food Insecurity in Horn of Africa Region: Of the 65 million affected, 36 million reside in IGAD member states: Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya,… Continue reading

PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved a new Central Sector Scheme named PM Vidyalaxmi to provide financial assistance to meritorious students pursuing higher education. About the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme: Details Objective To provide financial assistance to meritorious students pursuing higher education in quality institutions. Eligible Students Students gaining admission to the top… Continue reading

Demographic Dividend and Automation: Is India’s Workforce Ready for the Future?

Why This ? In today’s hustle economy, balancing India’s demographic dividend with the rise of automation is becoming super critical. The big question for aspirants? How can India make the most of its youth boom while AI takes over jobs? We’ve broken down 4 key challenges you need to know to ace the specific challenges… Continue reading

Know About the IAS Training Period at LBSNAA (Salary Included)

The IAS training period in India is a transformative journey that shapes India’s future administrators with a blend of academic rigor, field experiences, and cultural immersion. Beyond the structured curriculum, it’s a phase filled with moments that build resilience, adaptability, and a spirit of service. Every IAS aspirant must know what goes into the IAS… Continue reading

Why the Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of the UP Madarsa Act, 2004?

Why in the News? The Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004 (Madarsa Act), except for the provisions related to higher education. What were the grounds for the SCt’s decision to uphold the UP Madarsa Act? Applicability of Basic Structure Doctrine: The Supreme Court clarified that the… Continue reading

What Trump 2.0 mean for India?

Why in the News? New Delhi’s enthusiastic reception of Trump 2.0 will be moderated by apprehensions about his social media posts and harsh stance on trade and tariffs. Trump 2.0 Impact on India-U.S. Trade Relations: Trade Negotiations and Free Trade Agreement (FTA): Trump is likely to pick up negotiations for an India-U.S. Free Trade Agreement… Continue reading

The demand for greater autonomy for Eastern Nagaland districts

Why in the News? After months of inactivity, the Nagaland government announced last week that it is now prepared to submit its feedback on the Centre’s draft Memorandum of Settlement, which proposes greater Autonomy for the state’s six eastern districts. What are the historical and socio-economic factors driving the demand for greater autonomy in Eastern… Continue reading

Europe’s Proba-3 Mission to arrive in India

Why in the News? India is set to launch the European Space Agency’s (ESA) PROBA-3 Mission in December from the Sriharikota spaceport. The mission will use ISRO’s PSLV rocket to place two satellites in orbit, designed to study the Sun’s corona, or outer atmosphere. About Proba-3 Mission: Details Mission Name PROBA-3 (Project for On-Board Autonomy-3)… Continue reading

How Vitamin D deficiency can trigger autoimmune conditions?

Why in the News? Recent research conducted by scientists at McGill University has shed light on the critical role of vitamin D in maintaining thymus health and its implications for immune function. About Autoimmune Conditions: Autoimmune conditions refer to disorders where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own healthy tissues, viewing them as foreign.… Continue reading

[pib] Development of Tuna Cluster in Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Why in the News? The Department of Fisheries has notified the creation of a Tuna Cluster in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as part of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). The A&N Islands offer significant opportunities for fisheries development with approximately 6.0 lakh square km of Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This region has… Continue reading

[7th November 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A West Asia under Donald Trump

PYQ Relevance:Q) The question of India’s Energy Security constitutes the most important part of India’s economic progress. Analyze India’s energy policy cooperation with West Asian Countries. (UPSC CSE 2017)Q) In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the national interest of India? How should India respond to its situation? (UPSC CSE 2018)Q)… Continue reading

[UPSC Webinar] By AIR 48, Aaditya Pandey, IAS | How to Use Nov-Dec for Ethics and Essay Preparation | Learn to Solve Case Studies & Abstract Essays | Join on 8th November 2024 at 8:00 PM

I will share a solid preparation plan & strategy for Ethics and Essay Paper—a no-nonsense, straight-to-the-point session. AIR 48, IAS Aaditya Pandey Register for the session to get preparation plan and strategy for Ethics and Essay Paper Read about AIR-48, IAS Aaditya Pandey‘s UPSC Preparation Journey Ethics, Essay, and optional subjects are key to succeeding… Continue reading

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Exploring UBI: The Future of Social Welfare and Economic Equity in India

Why This With the fear of jobless growth, the talk about Universal Basic Income (UBI) has hit the public discourse hard. But let’s be real—it’s not that simple to handle this topic. Learning the challenges in implementing UBI and the opportunities it presents are the basics which everybody should know. But whats important is to… Continue reading

Not all private property is ‘material resource of community’ for redistribution: Unpacking the SC verdict

Why in the News? A 9-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court, in a majority judgment (8:1), held that not every private resource can be considered a ‘material resource of the community’ to be used by the government to serve the ‘common good’ under Article 39(b). This overturns the earlier interpretation formed in 1977 that… Continue reading

A law that enables vigilante violence

Why in the News? On July 30, Uttar Pradesh toughened its 2021 anti-conversion law, increasing the maximum sentence to life imprisonment, tightening bail conditions, and expanding “illegal conversion” to include promises of marriage and trafficking. How do current laws facilitate vigilante actions under the guise of protecting societal values? Expansion of Complainant Scope: The amended… Continue reading

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