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Species: Lion-Tailed Macaque

Why in the News? A new study highlights that increased food provisioning and habituation to human presence endanger the lion-tailed macaque, a endangered species found only in the Western Ghats of India. Roads crossing the macaque habitats in eight key locations—Anamalai Hills, Nelliyampathy, Nilambur Ghats, Sholayar, Gavi, Sabarimala, Vallimalai Hills, and Agumbe—have facilitated frequent human-animal… Continue reading Species: Lion-Tailed Macaque

Mitochondrial Genome (mtDNA)

Why in the News? Recent research indicates that age-related losses in our cell’s mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA)—specifically, deletion mutations—could be a major driver of aging. These mutations, once they accumulate, reduce the mitochondrion’s ability to produce energy (ATP), causing cell and tissue dysfunction. What are Mitochondria? Mitochondria generate most of the cell’s energy (hence called the… Continue reading Mitochondrial Genome (mtDNA)

Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC)

Why in the News? Delegates recently represented India at the 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM) virtually hosted by Thailand. Key highlights of 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials’ Meeting The discussions focused on priority areas including sustainable development, regional connectivity, security, and people-to-people exchanges. Several documents, such as Plans of Action for cooperation, new cooperation mechanisms,… Continue reading Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC)

Heatwaves

The IPCC defines heatwave as “a period of abnormally hot weather, often defined with reference to a relative temperature threshold, lasting from two days to months.” Nodal Ministry: Indian Meteorological Department (Ministry of Earth Sciences, MOES) Types of HeatWaves: Criteria to declare: Causes: Heatwaves in India can be caused by various factors, including: Mitigation: NDMA… Continue reading Heatwaves

Indic ideas can contribute to good governance

Why in the News? India’s ancient scriptures, history, and culture serve as key inspirations for meaningful governance. As highlighted in the Bhagavad Gita, the concept of “adhishthan” forms the foundation, with PM Modi already promoting its integration. How can ancient Indic principles enhance modern governance? Ethical Leadership and Accountability (Raj Dharma): Ancient Indic principles emphasize… Continue reading Indic ideas can contribute to good governance

[24th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The GATT-ification of the World Trade Organization

PYQ Relevance: Q) What are the key areas of reform if the WTO has to survive in the present context of ‘Trade War’, especially keeping in mind the interest of India? (UPSC CSE 2018) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on topics like ‘WTO’ (2018) and ‘International Trading routes’ (2022). An Allianz Trade survey… Continue reading [24th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The GATT-ification of the World Trade Organization

UN Internal Justice Council (IJC)

Why in the News? Justice Madan B Lokur, retired judge of the Supreme Court of India, has been appointed as the Chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC). Justice Lokur’s Legacy: Justice Lokur served on the Supreme Court of India from June 2012 to December 2018, delivering landmark judgments across diverse areas of… Continue reading UN Internal Justice Council (IJC)

Mumps Vaccine

Why in the News? Tamil Nadu Government has requested the Centre to consider including the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine in the Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP) due to surge in the Mumps cases across the State. Tamil Nadu’s UIP currently offers 11 vaccines protecting against 12 vaccine-preventable diseases, including: Tuberculosis, diphtheria, pertussis, hepatitis B,… Continue reading Mumps Vaccine

India’s First Bio-Bitumen National Highway Inaugurated

Why in the News? India’s first bio-bitumen-based National Highway stretch was inaugurated on NH-44 in Mansar, Nagpur, Maharashtra by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. About Bio-Bitumen Bio-bitumen is a bio-based binder derived from renewable, sustainable sources such as: Vegetable oils, Crop stubble, Algae, Lignin (a component of wood), Animal manure. It serves as an alternative to… Continue reading India’s First Bio-Bitumen National Highway Inaugurated

Google’s GenCast AI

Why in the News? Google DeepMind has unveiled its revolutionary GenCast AI model, designed to predict the weather more accurately and farther in advance than current forecasting tools. About GenCast: What is it? GenCast is an AI-based weather forecasting model developed by Google DeepMind. It uses machine learning techniques for more accurate and long-term predictions… Continue reading Google’s GenCast AI

Cyclones

Cyclone: rapid inward air circulation around a low-pressure area. The air circulates in an anticlockwise direction in the Northern hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern hemisphere. The word Cyclone is derived from the Greek word Cyclones meaning the coils of a snake. Tropical Cyclone: Intense low-pressure areas of the earth-atmosphere coupled system and are extreme… Continue reading Cyclones

Cyclone: rapid inward air circulation around a low-pressure area. The air circulates in an anticlockwise direction in the Northern hemisphere and clockwise in the Southern hemisphere.

[23rd December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Pointing the beacon at India’s undersea warfare power

PYQ Relevance: Q) What are the maritime security challenges in India? Discuss the organisational, technical and procedural initiatives taken to improve maritime security. (UPSC CSE 2022) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on topics like ‘Indo-Pacific’ (2020) and ‘Maritime Security’ (2022). Since late 2023, the Indian Navy has responded to numerous piracy incidents in… Continue reading [23rd December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Pointing the beacon at India’s undersea warfare power

On Kisan Diwas: Why terms of trade have improved more for farm workers than farmers

Why in the News? Crop prices have lagged behind the rising production costs, while agricultural wages have grown faster than inflation over the past two decades. What is ‘Terms of Trade’? Terms of Trade (ToT) refers to the relative prices of goods and services that a country exports compared to the prices of goods and… Continue reading On Kisan Diwas: Why terms of trade have improved more for farm workers than farmers

India, Kuwait lift ties to ‘strategic partnership’

Why in the News? During the first bilateral meeting, the leaders of India and Kuwait elevated their relationship to a “strategic partnership,” with trade and defense cooperation identified as the key pillars of their ties. What are the main areas of cooperation outlined in the new partnership? Defence: Enhanced collaboration in training, joint exercises, defence… Continue reading India, Kuwait lift ties to ‘strategic partnership’

In news: Panama Canal

Why in the News? US President-elect Donald Trump criticized Panama for charging excessively for US ships’ use of the Panama Canal and threatened a US takeover of the canal. About Panama Canal: Geographical Location: Located in Central America, connecting the Atlantic Ocean (via the Caribbean Sea) to the Pacific Ocean. 80 km long, spanning across… Continue reading In news: Panama Canal

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