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Species in News: Swallowtail Butterfly

Why in the News? A recent study has found that the overexploitation of medicinal plants, is threatening the survival of swallowtail butterflies in the forest habitats of Assam’s Bodoland Territorial Region. About Swallowtail Butterfly Details Family and Species Family: Papilionidae Global species: 573 Indian species: 77 Characteristics Large size, brightly colored wings, tail-like extensions on… Continue reading Species in News: Swallowtail Butterfly

[1st October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Having private participation in India’s nuclear energy

PYQ Relevance: Q). Discuss the natural resource potentials of ‘Deccan Trap’. (UPSC CSE 2022)Q). With growing energy needs should India keep on expanding its nuclear energy programme? Discuss the facts and fears associated with nuclear energy. (UPSC CSE 2018) Q). In what ways would the ongoing US-Iran Nuclear Pact Controversy affect the national interest of… Continue reading [1st October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Having private participation in India’s nuclear energy

Tea tribes marginalized in Assam despite their contribution to the economy

Why in the News? Recently, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren urged Assam’s Himanta Biswa Sarma to grant ST status to tea tribes, he was also strategically countering the BJP’s campaign in election-bound Jharkhand. Demand for Scheduled Tribe Status Recognition of Marginalization: The Jharkhand CM has emphasized that the tea tribes in Assam, numbering around 70… Continue reading Tea tribes marginalized in Assam despite their contribution to the economy

Annular Solar Eclipse

Why in the News? An annular solar eclipse will be visible in parts of South America on October 2, 2023.  It, however, will not be visible from India. What is a Solar Eclipse? A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun’s light either fully or partially,… Continue reading Annular Solar Eclipse

Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Why in the News? Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty will be conferred with the 2022 Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Mithun Chakraborty to Receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award  Mithun Chakraborty has played a wide range of roles throughout his career, from a tribal in ‘Mrigayaa’ (1976) to an action hero and a dancing star, becoming one of the most… Continue reading Dadasaheb Phalke Award

[pib] Exercise KAZIND-2024

Why in the News? The 8th edition of Exercise KAZIND-2024 has commenced in Uttarakhand. About Exercise KAZIND-2024 Exercise KAZIND is an annual joint military exercise between India and Kazakhstan. It was first initiated as Exercise PRABAL DOSTYK in 2016 and later renamed Exercise KAZIND after the second edition. The exercise involves Army contingents from both… Continue reading [pib] Exercise KAZIND-2024

With 2026 target approaching, clearing of 50% landfill sites in big cities yet to start

Why in the News? In the third year of the five-year Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Urban 2.0, larger cities have yet to clear land at half of their landfill sites. According to government sources, only 38% of the total waste has been remediated so far.. Present State of Cities in India (related to legacy landfills):… Continue reading With 2026 target approaching, clearing of 50% landfill sites in big cities yet to start

92% of workers cleaning urban sewers, septic tanks from SC, ST, OBC groups: survey

Why in the News? Government data from over 3,000 urban local bodies across 29 States and Union Territories shows that 91.9% of the 38,000 sewer and septic tank cleaners profiles belong to SC, ST, or OBC communities. What are the socio-economic conditions of workers engaged in sewer and septic tank cleaning? Demographics: A significant majority… Continue reading 92% of workers cleaning urban sewers, septic tanks from SC, ST, OBC groups: survey

Neutrino Fog

Why in the News? The LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment revealed that as we continue to push the boundaries of dark matter detection, the issue of neutrino fog becomes increasingly significant. What is the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) Experiment? The LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment is a cutting-edge dark matter detection project located deep underground at the Sanford Underground Research Facility… Continue reading Neutrino Fog

Hepatitis E Virus (HEV)

Why in the News? Recent research indicates that pigs may act as a transmission vehicle for a strain of the hepatitis E virus (HEV) commonly found in rats, known as Rocahepevirus ratti, or rat HEV. Role of Pigs in Transmission HEV Reservoir: Pigs naturally carry hepatitis E virus (HEV), particularly strains that can infect humans.… Continue reading Hepatitis E Virus (HEV)

Arogya Sanjeevani Policy

Why in the News? The “Arogya Sanjeevani Policy” serves as a reference point for choosing health insurance for hospitalisation. About Arogya Sanjeevani Policy: Details Launch Date April 2020 Issued by Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) Objective To provide basic and affordable health insurance coverage to all citizens Sum Insured ₹1 lakh to… Continue reading Arogya Sanjeevani Policy

[30th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Common Practice Standards must have India outlook 

PYQ Relevance: Q). Should the pursuit of carbon credits and clean development mechanisms set up under UNFCCC be maintained even though there has been a massive slide in the value of a carbon credit? Discuss with respect to India’s energy needs for economic growth. (UPSC CSE 2014)Q). In the view of the declining average size… Continue reading [30th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Common Practice Standards must have India outlook 

UPSC 2025 Exam Date: Check Revised Calendar and Full Schedule here

UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) India released a revised 2025 calendar on August 22, 2024. The first calendar for 2025 was released on April 25, 2024. Now it is an updated calendar. There are no major changes in the revised UPSC calendar 2025 except a proposed new date for the CBI (DSP) LDCE exam. Among… Continue reading UPSC 2025 Exam Date: Check Revised Calendar and Full Schedule here

[UPSC Openhouse] By Ranadheer Sir, Senior Mentor of AIR 2 | Should You Drop Your UPSC 2025 Attempt? | How To Self-Evaluate and Plan for Your Next Attempt || Join on 3rd Oct 2024, 7 PM.

Register for the masterclass on 3rd Oct 2024, 7 PM to get yearlong mentorship & study plan for UPSC-CSE Know more about the Ranadheer Sir’s Masterclass In this session, Ranadheer Sir will help you understand your current level of preparation for UPSC by identifying your strengths and weaknesses in different subjects like General Studies, Optional,… Continue reading [UPSC Openhouse] By Ranadheer Sir, Senior Mentor of AIR 2 | Should You Drop Your UPSC 2025 Attempt? | How To Self-Evaluate and Plan for Your Next Attempt || Join on 3rd Oct 2024, 7 PM.

Keep the fire of the self-respect movement going

Why in the News? This year marks the beginning of the centenary of the “Self-Respect Movement”, a transformative movement with a unique mission to empower individuals and communities to challenge and dismantle the oppressive hierarchical structures that had subjugated them. What is the significance of the Self-Respect Movement? Empowerment Against Hierarchical Structures: The Self-Respect Movement,… Continue reading Keep the fire of the self-respect movement going

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