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The hidden cost of greenwashing the Indian Railways

Why in the news? The ‘Mission 100% Electrification’ project is like chasing an unrealistic dream of becoming a green railway, leading to many usable diesel locomotives becoming unnecessary. What are the key points of the report?  Export of Repurposed Locomotives: RITES Ltd. is exporting six refurbished broad-gauge diesel locomotives to African railways after complex gauge… Continue reading The hidden cost of greenwashing the Indian Railways

Olive Ridley Turtles

Why in the News? Carcasses of Olive Ridley turtles have been found along the Visakhapatnam coast during their breeding season, raising concerns about their conservation. About Olive Ridley Turtles: Details Olive Ridley turtles are sea turtles known for their olive-colored carapace. They are carnivorous, primarily feeding on jellyfish, crustaceans, and mollusks. Unique mass nesting behavior… Continue reading Olive Ridley Turtles

[pib] Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) Program

Why in the News? The Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) has facilitated a collaboration between the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) and Trois Infotech on the development of “Face Recognition Using Drone” technology. About Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF): Details Launched on October 1, 2022 under the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF), Ministry of… Continue reading [pib] Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) Program

[pib] Import of Hazardous Waste

Why in the News? The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has provided details of the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016 to the Lok Sabha. About Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016: Details Notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC)… Continue reading [pib] Import of Hazardous Waste

[pib] Green Cover around Coalfields

Why in the News? Coal & Lignite Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) such as Coal India Limited (CIL), NLC India Limited (NLCIL), and Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) have implemented various innovative plantation techniques in addition to traditional methods to increase green cover in and around coalfields. Achievements in Green Cover Creation: Coal & Lignite PSUs… Continue reading [pib] Green Cover around Coalfields

Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS)

Why in the News? The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Labour has recommended increasing the minimum pension of ₹1,000 paid by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS). About the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS): Details Introduced in 1995 by the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) under the Ministry of Labour and… Continue reading Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS)

[16th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Let’s talk about ‘one candidate, multiple constituencies’

PYQ Relevance:Q) Discuss the procedures to decide the disputes arising out of the election of a Member of the Parliament or State Legislature under The Representation of the People Act, 1951. What are the grounds on which the election of any returned candidate may be declared void? What remedy is available to the aggrieved party… Continue reading [16th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Let’s talk about ‘one candidate, multiple constituencies’

India’s firmer attempts at mineral diplomacy

Why in the News? Reliance on critical mineral imports, especially from China, poses strategic concerns. To address this, the Indian government is advancing its Mineral Diplomacy to enhance security and reduce strategic vulnerabilities. What is Mineral diplomacy?  Mineral diplomacy refers to a nation’s strategic efforts to secure critical mineral supplies through international partnerships, trade agreements,… Continue reading India’s firmer attempts at mineral diplomacy

The digital frontier of inequality

Why in the News? India’s digital revolution, with 1.18 billion mobile connections and 700 million Internet users, faces challenges from rising tech-facilitated gender-based violence. In response, the Ministry of Women and Child Development launched the ‘Ab Koi Bahana Nahi‘ campaign.   The “Ab Koi Bahana Nahi” campaign, launched on November 25, 2024, aims to combat… Continue reading The digital frontier of inequality

Floods

The inundation of land and human settlements by the rise of water in the channels and its spill-over presents the condition of flooding. Regions Prone to Flooding in India: Nodal Ministry: Min. of Jal Shakti (MOJS) Types of Floods: Criteria to Declare: The Indian government typically declares a flood based on specific criteria that may… Continue reading Floods

Firefly Sparkle Galaxy

Why in the News? James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has identified a rare galaxy, Firefly Sparkle, offering a unique look into early galaxy formation. About Galaxy Firefly Sparkle: Details Discovered by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), dating back to 600 million years after Big Bang. It is one of the earliest low-mass galaxies discovered,… Continue reading Firefly Sparkle Galaxy

In news: Bharatmala Pariyojana

Why in the News? Bharatmala Pariyojana is a comprehensive road development project initiated by the Government of India to improve connectivity and reduce logistics costs across the country. The total length covered under the scheme is 34,800 km, with an estimated cost of Rs. 5.35 lakh crore. About Bharatmala Pariyojana Details Launched to improve road… Continue reading In news: Bharatmala Pariyojana

Volcanic Eruptions

A type of geological event near an opening/vent in the Earth’s surface including volcanic eruptions of lava, ash, hot vapour, gas, and pyroclastic material. Regions Prone to Volcanic eruptions: Barren island (A&N), Narcondam (Andaman Sea), Deccan trap in Deccan plateau, Baratang (Andaman Island), Dhinodhar hills (Gujarat), Dhosi hills (Aravali mountains), Tosham hills (Haryana).Nodal Ministry: Min.… Continue reading Volcanic Eruptions

Tsunamis

Tsunamis (Japanese for “harbour wave”), also known as a seismic sea wave, are a series of very large waves with extremely long wavelengths, in the deep ocean, the length from crest to crest may be 100 km and more. When the seafloor abruptly deforms the sudden vertical displacements over large areas disturb the ocean’s surface,… Continue reading Tsunamis

[14th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Wounding the spirit of the Constitution of India

PYQ Relevance:Q) Do you think that Constitution of India does not accept principle of strict separation of powers rather it is based on the principle of ‘checks and balance’? Explain. (UPSC CSE 2019) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on major issues like Constitutional Principles (2019) and Basic structure (2014 and 2019) of our… Continue reading [14th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Wounding the spirit of the Constitution of India

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