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Genotype D1.1

Why in the News? The US Department of Agriculture has confirmed a new spillover of H5N1 avian flu genotype D1.1 into dairy cattle in the United States. What is Genotype D1.1? Genotype D1.1 is a strain of the H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus, primarily found in poultry and wild birds. It is part… Continue reading Genotype D1.1

[pib] NITI Aayog launches Swavalambini Initiative

Why in the News? The NITI Aayog has launched Swavalambini Women Entrepreneurship Programme in collaboration with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). About Swavalambini Women Entrepreneurship Programme: It is a program to foster entrepreneurial skills among female students in higher education institutions across Assam, Meghalaya, and Mizoram. Aims and Objectives: Empowerment: To inspire… Continue reading [pib] NITI Aayog launches Swavalambini Initiative

[UPSC Webinar] UPSC 2026 & 2027 Guided Mentorship With Ranadheer Sir | Replicate Yearlong Strategies Of AIR 2 Animesh Pradhan | Join on 10th February 2025, 7:00 PM

Register for the session to get complete UPSC 2026 & 2027 preparation plan and strategy Read about Ranadheer Sir’s UPSC Webinar Want to crack UPSC like a topper? Learn Animesh Pradhan’s (AIR 2) inspired strategies with Ranadheer Sir in this power-packed mentorship session!What You’ll Get:Ruthless Prioritization – Master PYQs-based content & Microthemes NotesAnswer Writing from… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] UPSC 2026 & 2027 Guided Mentorship With Ranadheer Sir | Replicate Yearlong Strategies Of AIR 2 Animesh Pradhan | Join on 10th February 2025, 7:00 PM

How can there be a discussion of regionalism v/s nationalism in this country?

Why in the News? Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said that some groups take advantage of the legal system for their own gain and weaken the country’s unity. Why is the discussion of regionalism v/s nationalism considered problematic in the context of India? Threat to National Unity: Excessive emphasis on regionalism can fuel separatist tendencies, as seen… Continue reading How can there be a discussion of regionalism v/s nationalism in this country?

[8th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Technology and the challenge of equitable education

PYQ Relevance: Q) How have digital initiatives in India contributed to the functioning of the education system in the country? Elaborate your answer (UPSC CSE 2020) Q) Despite the consistent experience of high growth, India still goes with the lowest indicators of human development. Examine the issues that make balanced and inclusive development elusive.  (UPSC… Continue reading [8th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Technology and the challenge of equitable education

Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment (BioE3) Policy

Why in the News? After the BioE3 Policy approval in August 2024, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) held consultations with State governments on setting up biomanufacturing facilities across India. What is the BioE3 Policy? It is a national initiative by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology to promote biomanufacturing and a… Continue reading Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment (BioE3) Policy

10 New Agricultural Commodities added to the E-NAM platform

Why in the News? The Agriculture Ministry has allowed trading of 10 additional commodities on the electronic-National Agriculture Market (E-NAM), taking the total number of tradable items on the platform to 231. About the 10 new commodities: The newly added commodities include dried Tulsi leaves, Besant (Chickpea flour), wheat flour, chana sattu (Roasted Chickpea Flour),… Continue reading 10 New Agricultural Commodities added to the E-NAM platform

In news: Darien Gap

Why in the News? The illegal journey into the US often involves dangerous crossings through multiple countries, including the treacherous Darien Gap – a vast, roadless jungle that connects Colombia and Panama. What is the Darien Gap? The Darien Gap is a 97-km stretch of dense rainforest, swamps, and mountains that forms the only break… Continue reading In news: Darien Gap

What is Brucellosis?

Why in the News? An 8-year-old girl in Kerala, recently succumbed to brucellosis, a bacterial infection primarily caused by the consumption of unpasteurised milk. About Brucellosis Brucellosis is a bacterial infection caused by Brucella species, primarily affecting cattle, goats, sheep, swine, and dogs. Humans contract it through direct contact with infected animals, consuming contaminated animal… Continue reading What is Brucellosis?

Balancing Security and Privacy: Do the Draft Digital Protection Rules Get It Right?

NOTE4STUDENTS: This article covers the release of the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules (DPDP) and how India is moving forward with its personal data protection framework. It delves into key aspects like consent, data localisation, and rights of data principals, alongside potential advantages and challenges. UPSC often asks questions from such topics in the… Continue reading Balancing Security and Privacy: Do the Draft Digital Protection Rules Get It Right?

[7th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The saga of regulating India’s thermal power emissions

PYQ Relevance: Q) Describe the benefits of deriving electric energy from sunlight in contrast to the conventional energy generation. What are the initiatives offered by our government for this purpose? (UPSC CSE 2020)   Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on Environmental Impact Assessment studies (2015), and conventional energy generation (2020). On December 30,… Continue reading [7th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: The saga of regulating India’s thermal power emissions

[UPSC Webinar] By Arvind Sir, Lead, Smash Mains | UPSC Mains Writing: OLD vs NEW | How Toppers’ Writing Style Has Changed Over Time | Join on 8th Feb at 7:00 PM

Register for the session to get complete UPSC Mains preparation plan and strategy Read about Arvind Sir’s UPSC Mains Webinar Why Past Strategies No Longer Work – UPSC Mains answer writing has dramatically changed. Many past rankers and officers fail today because old writing styles no longer meet UPSC’s expectations. Toppers now go beyond the… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By Arvind Sir, Lead, Smash Mains | UPSC Mains Writing: OLD vs NEW | How Toppers’ Writing Style Has Changed Over Time | Join on 8th Feb at 7:00 PM

Rajasthan’s Bill against ‘unlawful’ religious conversions

Why in the News? Recently, the bill was introduced in the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly to prevent “unlawful” religious conversions. What are the Draft Provisions under the Bill? Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion – The Bill bans religious conversions through misrepresentation, force, coercion, allurement, fraud, or marriage. Declaration & Inquiry for Voluntary Conversion – Individuals must submit… Continue reading Rajasthan’s Bill against ‘unlawful’ religious conversions

India studying US memo on ‘modifying’ sanctions waiver for Chabahar Port

Why in the News? A day after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order that might lead to sanctions on India for investing in Iran’s Chabahar port, the Indian government did not comment on the order or its impact. How will the potential modification by the US impact India’s Chabahar Port project? Increased Uncertainty: The… Continue reading India studying US memo on ‘modifying’ sanctions waiver for Chabahar Port

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