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Cold War nuke tests light up a bug in present-day climate models

Why in the News? A new calculation suggests that climate models might be overestimating how long plants keep carbon before releasing it as per the recent study published in Science by an international research team. Study by an International Team of Researchers: A recent study published in Science by an international research team suggests that… Continue reading

What is the Nankai Trough?

Why on the News? Japanese authorities have warned its citizens of a ‘megaquake’ and large tsunamis along the Nankai Trough. What is the Nankai Trough? The Nankai Trough is an extensive subduction zone, nearly 900 km long. It is the place of collision of the Eurasian Plate over the Philippine Sea Plate. This trough has… Continue reading

What is the Perseid Meteor Shower?

Why in the News? The Perseid meteor shower, which began in July, is currently at its peak activity from August 11 to 13, 2024. About Perseid Meteor Shower Details Origin Named after the constellation Perseus, from which the meteors appear to originate. Cause Caused by debris left behind by Comet Swift-Tuttle as it orbits the… Continue reading

Neelakurinji included in Red List of threatened species

Why in the News? Neelakurinji has been categorized as Vulnerable in the IUCN Red List of threatened species for the first time under Criteria A2c. About Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes kunthiana) Details Blooming Cycle Blooms once every 12 years. Some bloom once every 7 years. Physical Description Shrub that can grow up to 3 meters in height.… Continue reading

Diamond Imprest Licence

Why in the News? Union Minister for Commerce and Industry has introduced Diamond Imprest Licence at the 40th edition of the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) 2024. The event was organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). What is the Diamond Imprest Licence? The Diamond Imprest Licence is a regulatory framework introduced… Continue reading

Why A23a is spinning in its place?

Why in the News? A23a, the world’s largest iceberg, has recently started spinning in place after drifting away from Antarctica in 2020. Now it is near South Orkney Islands, about northeast of the Antarctic Peninsula. What is A23a? A23a is an iceberg, about 3,855 square kilometers in area, which is 5 times the size of… Continue reading

[Ranker Webinar] Rimita Saha, IAS on achieving an IAS Rank as a Working Professional or College Student || Join on 13th August 2024 At 7 PM

The UPSC Civil Services exam does not have a single path to success. People from all walks of life-working professionals, college students, and even homemakers-clear this exam at their own pace. Rimita Saha, IAS, MTech from IIT Delhi, worked as an Assistant Professor Register for the UPSC Masterclass by Rimita Saha, IAS 13th August 2024… Continue reading

[10th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Refugee rights, the gendered nature of displacement

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 “Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human right violation”. Examine the statement with reference to ethical dimension being violated by the nation claiming to be democratic with open society. (UPSC IAS/2021) Q2 Cross-border movement of insurgents is only one of the several… Continue reading

No population Census — in the dark without vital data

Why in the News? Despite growing concerns, India’s decadal Census has been delayed by over three years. In fact, there is an overwhelming misconception among officials about substituting the Census with alternative ways and means of counting the population. Significance of Calculating Census Comprehensive Population Data: The Census provides a detailed population count, which includes… Continue reading

[pib] Winners at Olympics, 2024

Why in the News? India has won a total of 6 medals at the 33rd Summer Olympic Games in Paris, with 5 bronze medals and 1 silver medal. Full List of Medal Winners Game Medal Details Manu Bhaker 10m Air Pistol Women’s Bronze Secured a bronze medal with a score of 221.7 after 22 attempts.… Continue reading

Opposition to move No-Confidence Motion against VP

Why in the News? As many as 50 Opposition MPs have reportedly signed a resolution to bring a no-confidence motion against Vice-President (Rajya Sabha Chairman) Jagdeep Dhankhar. No-Confidence Motion against Vice President of India Details Provision Article 67(b) of the Indian Constitution Who Can Initiate Can only be introduced in the Rajya Sabha, not the… Continue reading

India to roll out BPaL Regimen for Drug-Resistant TB

Why in the News? India is preparing to introduce the BPaL (bedaquiline, pretomanid, and linezolid) regimen for all patients with multi/extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (M/XDR-TB). What is BPaL Regimen? Details Purpose Treatment for multi-drug resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) tuberculosis (TB). Provides a potent, shorter, and more effective treatment option for patients resistant to standard… Continue reading

Opposition moves Privilege Motion against Education Minister

Why in the News? The opposition has submitted a notice in the Rajya Sabha to initiate privilege proceedings against Union Education Minister. It is alleged that the Minister ‘misled’ the House regarding the issue of the Preamble to the Constitution being ‘dropped’ from certain NCERT textbooks. What is a Privilege Motion? Details What is it?… Continue reading

[pib] Cabinet approves the Clean Plant Programme

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the Clean Plant Programme (CPP) proposed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. What is the Clean Plant Programme (CPP)? Details Objective To provide virus-free, high-quality planting material to farmers, enhancing the quality, productivity, and sustainability of fruit crops across India. Aligns with Mission LiFE… Continue reading

Why Silica Dust could become the ‘New Asbestos’ Health Risk?

Why in the News? UK researchers suggest stricter daily silica dust exposure limits in industries could save 13,000 lives as per British Medical Journal Thorax. What is Silicosis? Silicosis is a lung disease that results in the hardening of the lungs. It is caused by inhaling silica dust or crystals, commonly found in soil, sand,… Continue reading

[9th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A moment for just transition litigation to take wing

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 “Policy contradictions among various competing sectors and stakeholders have resulted in inadequate ‘protection and prevention of degradation to the environment.” Comment with relevant illustrations. (UPSC IAS/2018) Q2 Environmental Impact Assessment studies are increasingly undertaken before a project is cleared by the Government. Discuss the environmental impacts of coal-fired thermal plants located… Continue reading

Trichophyton indotineae: A drug resistant fungal infections

Why in the News? The increase in drug-resistant fungal infections, especially Trichophyton indotineae, is becoming a major health problem in India. What Is Trichophyton Indotineae? Trichophyton indotineae is a dermatophyte commonly known as ringworm or jock itch. First identified in India, this fungus has now spread to several countries worldwide. It belongs to genotype VIII… Continue reading

Buddhadeb Bhattacharya (1944-2024)

Why in the News? Former CM of West Bengal and leader Buddhadeb Bhattacharya passed away at 80. Who was Buddhadeb Bhattacharya? Bhattacharya was a politician who served as CM of West Bengal from 2000 to 2011. He was known for his attempts to modernize and industrialize West Bengal while navigating the challenges of maintaining communist… Continue reading

[pib] Project PARI

Why in the News? The Ministry of Culture recently launched Project PARI (Public Art of India) coincided with the 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee Meeting, held in New Delhi. About Project PARI Details Launched by Ministry of Culture Nodal Agency Lalit Kala Akademi, National Gallery of Modern Art Objective Enhance New Delhi’s cultural… Continue reading

Country’s third largest tiger reserve to come up in Chhattisgarh

Why in the News? Facing a significant decline in its tiger population in recent years, Chhattisgarh on Wednesday approved a long-awaited proposal to establish a new tiger reserve, which will be the third largest in the country. Process of Notification of Tiger Reserves Proposal and Evaluation: The state government initiates the process by proposing an… Continue reading

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