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[21st August 2024] India’s Ethanol Blending Target: Progress, Challenges, and Regional Dynamics

Why in the News?  India is on track to achieve its ambitious goal of blending 20% ethanol with petrol by 2025-26. While significant progress has been made in increasing ethanol production, the initiative is not without its challenges. The food versus fuel debate and concerns about fuel efficiency in existing vehicles continue to loom large… Continue reading [21st August 2024] India’s Ethanol Blending Target: Progress, Challenges, and Regional Dynamics

India-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

Why in the News? India and Malaysia have elevated their relationship to a ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ following talks between Prime Ministers Modi and Ibrahim, aiming to overcome past tensions. What is a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP)? The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) represents a deepened level of engagement between two nations, encompassing a broad spectrum of… Continue reading India-Malaysia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

What is Quantum Non-Locality?

Why in the News? A recent study published in Physical Review Letters by Indian researchers has revealed that a universal standard for measuring quantum non-locality is impossible. What is Quantum Nonlocality? Quantum Nonlocality is a mysterious connection between distant objects that challenges the classical idea of local realism, where no faster-than-light communication is allowed. It’s… Continue reading What is Quantum Non-Locality?

What is the Hayflick Limit?

Why in the News? Leonard Hayflick, the renowned biomedical researcher who made a discovery about the limits of cell division in somatic cells (Hayflick Limit) has passed away at 98. What is the Hayflick Limit? In the early 1960s, Hayflick discovered that somatic (non-reproductive) cells have a finite number of divisions, typically between 40-60 times.… Continue reading What is the Hayflick Limit?

What is a Waterspout?

Why in the News? A yacht sank off the coast of Sicily, Italy after being hit by a Waterspout. What are Waterspouts? A waterspout is a rotating column of air and mist over a water body. It is a weaker relative of tornadoes and typically lasts for about five minutes, although it can occasionally last… Continue reading What is a Waterspout?

[20th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘livery of India’s freedom’ is under threat

PYQ Relevance:Mains:Q.1 Bring out the constructive programmes of Mahatma Gandhi during the Non-Cooperation Movement and Civil Disobedience Movement. (UPSC IAS/2021) Q.2 Can the strategy of regional-resource-based manufacturing help in promoting employment in India? (UPSC IAS/2019)  Note4Students:  Prelims: Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC); Mains: Challenges related to khadi industry; Mentor comments:  The khadi industry in India… Continue reading [20th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The ‘livery of India’s freedom’ is under threat

The tyranny of inequality  

Why in the News? A recent study by Thomas Piketty and colleagues highlights a dramatic rise in wealth and income inequality in India over the past few decades, with a sharp increase particularly from 2014 to 2022. The analysis from ” Gallup World Poll (GWP) Survey (2019-23)” for India   Note: The GWP measures corruption through… Continue reading The tyranny of inequality  

Banni Grasslands of Kachchh

Why in the News? A study conducted by researchers at Kachchh University assessed the suitability of different areas in Banni for sustainable grassland restoration, with ecological value being the primary criterion. Restoration of Banni Grasslands: Highlights of the Study Recent Study: Objective: A study conducted by researchers at KSKV Kachchh University assessed the suitability of… Continue reading Banni Grasslands of Kachchh

[pib] 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue

Why in the News? Japanese foreign and defence ministers have arrived in India to participate in the India-Japan 2+2 ministerial meeting. About 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue The 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue is a diplomatic summit held annually since 2018, initially between India and the US. It later expanded to include Japan, Australia, Russia, and the United Kingdom.… Continue reading [pib] 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue

Waggle Dance of Bees

Why in the News? Two scientists have raised concerns about “problematic behaviour” in papers on honeybee communication co-authored by Dr. Mandyam Srinivasan, a highly honoured neuroscientist. About Waggle Dance of Bees Details Purpose Communicates location of food sources to other bees. Dance Pattern Figure-eight (8) movement with a waggle run in the middle. Direction Indication… Continue reading Waggle Dance of Bees

[UPSC Openhouse] IAS Benjo P Jose, AIR 59 || Clear Mains without rote learning || Join my session to learn Brainstorming and Answer Thinking || 21th Aug At 7PM

I relied on my brainstorming technique instead of rote learning, note-making and writing tests. IAS Benjo P Jose, AIR 59, UPSC CSE 2023 Register for UPSC Mains Masterclass By IAS Benjo P Jose, AIR 59, On 21st August 2024 at 7 PM Read what IAS Benjo P Jose, AIR 59 has to say about his… Continue reading [UPSC Openhouse] IAS Benjo P Jose, AIR 59 || Clear Mains without rote learning || Join my session to learn Brainstorming and Answer Thinking || 21th Aug At 7PM

[19th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: New migrant realities in Karnataka’s gig sector

PYQ Relevance: Q  How globalization has led to the reduction of employment in the formal sector of the Indian economy? Is increased informalization detrimental to the development of the country?  (UPSC IAS/2016) Q Examine the role of ‘Gig Economy’ in the process of empowerment of women in India. (UPSC IAS/2021) Q Besides the welfare schemes,… Continue reading [19th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: New migrant realities in Karnataka’s gig sector

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