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Gamify India’s skilling initiatives

Why in the News? Gamified and simulation-based learning can enhance workforce training by integrating game elements and virtual environments, enabling learners to practice and apply skills safely, improving both training quality and outcomes. What are the present skilling challenges in India? Limited Access to Vocational Training: According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey 2022-23, only… Continue reading Gamify India’s skilling initiatives

The issue of India’s economic growth versus emissions

Why in the News? The Economic Survey (2023-24) claims that India has managed to grow its economy without significantly increasing its greenhouse gas emissions. This claim has sparked the debate about actual sustainable growth in India. What does the Economic Survey (2023-24) say about GHG emissions? Relative Decoupling Achieved: Between 2005 and 2019, India’s GDP… Continue reading The issue of India’s economic growth versus emissions

The row over tungsten mining near Madurai

Why in the News? Environmental activists protested outside the Madurai District Collector’s office (Tamil Nadu), voicing their opposition to Vedanta’s auction win for Tungsten Mining Rights in Melur, following the Ministry of Mines‘ announcement Why have there been protests over mining Rights? Environmental Concerns: Activists and residents are vehemently opposing the tungsten mining project due… Continue reading The row over tungsten mining near Madurai

Emissions Gap Report 2024

Why in the News? According to the recently released ‘Emission Gap Report 2024’ presented by UNEP, Global Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions have reached a new high of 57.1 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent in 2023, a 1.3% rise compared to 2022. What are the key points of Emissions Gap Report 2024? Urgent Emission Reduction Targets:… Continue reading Emissions Gap Report 2024

What is the Turner Prize?

Why in the News? Jasleen Kaur, an Indian-origin artist, was awarded the Turner Prize for her exhibit that pays tribute to her family’s history of migration to Scotland. What is the Turner Prize? About Named after JMW Turner (1775-1851), known for his dramatic seascapes and innovative use of color and light, it was first awarded… Continue reading What is the Turner Prize?

Civil Services

Civil Services: “While governments may come and go, ministers may rise and fall, the administration of a country goes on forever. Needless to say, civil services form the backbone of administration”.   – Ramsay Muir “…you will not have a united India, if you have not a good all-India service which has the independence of… Continue reading Civil Services

[UPSC Webinar] By Sreelakshmi KV, IRMS | Qualify UPSC 2026 in Your First Attempt | Complete UPSC 2026 Preparation Strategy | Join on 10th December 2024 at 7:00 PM

Register for the session on UPSC 2026 preparation plan and strategy Read about Sreelakshmi’s UPSC 2026 Masterclass This is the only webinar you need to qualify UPSC in your first attempt. If you’re giving UPSC in 2026, this session by Sreelakshmi Ma’am can’t be missed. Aspirants now need to adapt to micro themes in their… Continue reading [UPSC Webinar] By Sreelakshmi KV, IRMS | Qualify UPSC 2026 in Your First Attempt | Complete UPSC 2026 Preparation Strategy | Join on 10th December 2024 at 7:00 PM

Polavaram Project Controversy

Why in the News? The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has restarted its protest against the Polavaram multipurpose project in Andhra Pradesh, claiming it will flood large areas in Malkangiri, Odisha, displacing many tribal communities. What were the recommendations by the Godavari Water Disputes Tribunal (GWDT) 1969? The Godavari Water Disputes Tribunal (GWDT), was established to… Continue reading Polavaram Project Controversy

[7th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Public health — insights from the 1896 Bombay Plague

PYQ Relevance: Q) Public health system has limitation in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that private sector can help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives do you suggest? (UPSC CSE 2015) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains have asked questions around the Public Health Policies (2017) and Newer Health Challenges (2020 and 2022).… Continue reading [7th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Public health — insights from the 1896 Bombay Plague

[pib] Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana (PMKMY)

Why in the News? The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has provided state-wise details of farmers registered under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana (PMKMY). Top Three States: Haryana (5,74,467), Bihar (3,45,038), Chhattisgarh (2,02,734). Bottom Three States/UT: Lakshadweep (72), Ladakh (114), Goa (150). Recently, the PMKMY (launched on 12th September 2019) has completed… Continue reading [pib] Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana (PMKMY)

[pib] CAR T-Cell Therapy

Why in the News? The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has been a key supporter of research projects focusing on CAR T-cell therapies for cancers. About CAR T-Cell Therapy: What is it? Acronym  for Chimeric Antigen Receptor T–Cell Therapy; Innovative  immunotherapy in which T-cells (a type of white blood cell) are genetically modified to express a… Continue reading [pib] CAR T-Cell Therapy

[pib] National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP)

Why in the News? The Union Ministry of Health has re-strategized the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) under the 100-Day TB Elimination Campaign to reduce TB cases and mortality through targeted interventions and a multi-pronged approach. Menace of TB in India: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), India accounted for 26% of global TB… Continue reading [pib] National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP)

Commissioning of INS TUSHIL

Why in the News? INS Tushil, a multi-role stealth guided missile frigate, is set to be commissioned by the Indian Navy at Kaliningrad, Russia. About INS Tushil: Details INS Tushil is a multi-role stealth guided missile frigate, part of the Krivak III class (Project 1135.6). It is the seventh in the series of Krivak III… Continue reading Commissioning of INS TUSHIL

[6th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A three-nation visit as a foray into summit diplomacy

PYQ Relevance: Q) “If the last few decades were of Asia’s growth story, the next few are expected to be of Africa’s.” In the light of this statement, examine India’s influence in Africa in recent years. (UPSC CSE 2021) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains have focused on ‘India’s influence in Africa (2021), and anti-colonial struggles in… Continue reading [6th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A three-nation visit as a foray into summit diplomacy

Right to Information

Right to Information Act, 2005 “Where a society has chosen to accept democracy as its creedal faith, it is elementary that the citizens ought to know what their government is doing.” – Justice P N Bhagwati “Information is the currency of democracy,” – Thomas Jefferson Right to Information Act, 2005 The Right to Information (RTI)… Continue reading Right to Information

States and the challenge before the Finance Commission

Why in the News? Recently, Tamil Nadu hosted the Sixteenth State Finance Commission, highlighting the need for fair resource allocation to performing states and addressing fiscal imbalances between the Union and states. What are the primary challenges faced by State Finance Commissions? Vertical Fiscal Imbalance: There is a significant disparity in revenue-raising capabilities between the… Continue reading States and the challenge before the Finance Commission

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