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With an eye on Indo-Pacific, Germany seeks greater defence ties with India

Why in the News? External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, currently in Germany as part of a three-nation tour, met with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock in Berlin. They discussed various defence topics, including Ukraine, Gaza, and the Indo-Pacific region. Defence Partnership between India and Germany: Late Engagement: Germany has been late in engaging India’s defence… Continue reading

India’s Sickle Cell Challenge

Why in the News? The Prime Minister has reaffirmed the government’s dedication to addressing sickle cell disease, a genetic blood disorder that alters the shape of red blood cells. About the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission: The Union Budget 2023-24 announced a mission to eliminate sickle cell anemia by 2047. The mission focuses on… Continue reading

Who was Sakthan Thampuran (1751-1805)?

Why in the News? Ministry of Tourism has pledged to replace the Sakthan Thampuran statue that was knocked over by a state transport bus in Thrissur. Who was Sakthan Thampuran? Sakthan Thampuran, born Raja Rama Varma IX in 1751, was a powerful ruler of the Cochin kingdom from 1790 to 1805. He was raised by… Continue reading

Cabinet approves ₹5 lakh Health Cover for Senior Citizens

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved health coverage of ₹5 lakh for all senior citizens aged 70 years and above, regardless of their income, under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). About Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) AB PM-JAY is the world’s largest publicly… Continue reading

Launch of PM Gram Sadak Yojana- Phase IV

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved Phase IV of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-IV) to build 62,500 km of all-weather roads, connecting villages across India. About Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) Details Launch In 2000 by former PM Late Atal Bihari Vajpayee. To provide connectivity to unconnected habitations. Nodal… Continue reading

Union Cabinet approves ‘Mission Mausam’

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved ‘Mission Mausam’ with a budget of ₹2,000 crore over two years. About Mission Mausam Mission Mausam focuses on strengthening R&D in weather surveillance, forecasting, and atmospheric sciences. The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) will be the nodal body responsible for implementing the mission. It aims to… Continue reading

[11th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A panoramic view of the 2024 China-Africa summit

PYQ Relevance: Q Increasing interest of India in Africa has its pro and cons. Critically Examine. (UPSC IAS/2015) 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 IAS/2021) Prelims:Consider… Continue reading

UAE-India ties are rooted in affnity, trust, and respect

Why in the News? During Sheikh Khaled’s recent visit, new cooperation agreements were signed, including those related to civil nuclear technology and renewable energy, showcasing the commitment to collaborative advancements in critical sectors. Evolving Bilateral Relations: In 1972: India and the UAE bilateral relationship has been formalized since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1972,… Continue reading

The grave threat from AMR

Why in the News? Ahead of the UN General Assembly High-Level Meeting on antimicrobial resistance, WHO published its first-ever guidance on Antibiotic pollution from manufacturing. Common Pathogens Found in India The three most common pathogens associated with antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in India, as reported by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), are: Escherichia coli… Continue reading

On ANI’s defamation suit against Wikipedia

Why in the News? The news agency ANI filed a defamation lawsuit against the Wikimedia Foundation, over a description on the site that portrayed the agency as a promoter of government propaganda. Why has the news agency ANI filed a lawsuit against the Wikimedia Foundation? ANI has filed a defamation lawsuit against the Wikimedia Foundation… Continue reading

What is Wallace Line?

Why in the news? The Wallace Line, a distinct transition zone between Asia and Australia, has long fascinated researchers due to its unique characteristics. What is Wallace Line? Details What is it? A bio-geographical boundary separating the eco-zones of Asia and Australia. It was identified by British explorer Alfred Russel Wallace in 1863 during his… Continue reading

Elongated Tortoise (Indotestudo elongata) spotted in Aravallis

Why in the News? The elongated tortoise (Indotestudo elongata), a critically endangered species, was recently spotted in Haryana’s Damdama area during a research survey in the Aravalli hills. About Elongated Tortoise: Details Physical Features Medium-sized body with a yellowish-brown or olive-colored shell Black blotches at the center of each scute Pink ring around nostrils during… Continue reading

Shabd Portal provides technical terms in 22 Indian languages

Why in the News? The Commission for Scientific and Technical Terminology (CSTT), under the Union Education Ministry, has launched a unique website, shabd.education.gov.in, providing technical terms in all 22 official Indian languages. About Commission for Scientific and Technical Terminology (CSTT) The Union Education Ministry established the CSTT in December 1960 to develop scientific and technical… Continue reading

Polaris Dawn: SpaceX’s Mission for First private Spacewalk

Why in the News? SpaceX launched its Polaris Dawn Mission sending a four-person crew of civilians on a first-ever commercial spacewalk into Earth’s Van Allen radiation belts. What is Polaris Dawn Mission? It is a privately-funded space mission led by billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, in collaboration with SpaceX. It is set to be the first… Continue reading

Ovarian Cancer: Understanding the Silent Killer

Why in the News? In India, Ovarian Cancer ranks among top three cancers affecting women, accounting for 6.6% of all female cancer cases. In 2022, India alone reported 47,333 new ovarian cancer cases and 32,978 deaths, emphasizing the critical need for awareness, early detection, and effective treatment. What is Ovarian Cancer? Details About Referred to… Continue reading

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[10th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Regulatory reform stuck in a loop in Health Ministry

PYQ Relevance: Q Bringing out the circumstances in 2005 which forced amendment to the section 3(d) in Indian Patent Law, 1970, discuss how it has been utilized by the Supreme Court in its judgement in rejecting Novartis’ patent application for ‘Glivec’. Discuss briefly the pros and cons of the decision. (UPSC IAS/2013) Q What do… Continue reading

The role of district agro-met offces in supporting farmers

Why in the News? Last week, PTI reported that the India Meteorological Department (IMD) plans to reintroduce District Agro-Meteorology Units (DAMUs) as part of the Gramin Krishi Mausam Sewa (GKMS) scheme. Background: In 2018, the IMD set up 199 District Agro-Meteorology Units (DAMUs) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research to provide sub-district… Continue reading

On the challenges to road safety in India

Why in the News? The India Status Report on Road Safety 2024 highlights India’s slow progress in reducing road fatalities and stresses the need for tailored approaches to improve road safety. What does the ‘India Status Report on Road Safety 2024’ state? The report highlights India’s limited success in reducing road accident fatalities, despite the… Continue reading

India generates highest plastic pollution in world

Why in the News? A study published last week in the journal Nature revealed that India is responsible for contributing one-fifth of the world’s plastic pollution. What did the Paris Agreement (2015) and the UN Environmental Assembly (2022) say on plastic pollution? Paris Agreement (2015): Primarily on climate change, the Paris Agreement doesn’t directly address… Continue reading

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