Source: This post on X-Band Radar and its application has been created based on the article “What is Wayanad’s new X-band radar?” published in The Hindu on 14th October 2024. Why in the news? In July 2024, devastating floods and landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district claimed more than 200 lives. In response, the Union Ministry of Earth… Continue reading X-Band Radar and its application
Day: October 14, 2024
Supreme Court decide about the sub-categorization of Scheduled Castes
Source: The post Supreme Court decide about the sub-categorization of Scheduled Castes has been created, based on the article “Internal inequalities must stay at the heart of sub-quota conversation” published in “Indian Express” on 14th October is 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2-Social Justice Context: The article discusses the Supreme Court’s ruling on the… Continue reading Supreme Court decide about the sub-categorization of Scheduled Castes
David Baker, Demis Hassabis and John M. Jumper contribution to protein research
Source: The post David Baker, Demis Hassabis and John M. Jumper contribution to protein research has been created, based on the article “Biology transformed: Nobel for determining protein structure recognises a big advance” published in “The Hindu” on 14th October is 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper- Miscellaneous Context: The article discusses the Nobel Prize… Continue reading David Baker, Demis Hassabis and John M. Jumper contribution to protein research
The Wilmington Declaration’s impact on India’s relationship with China
Source: The post the Wilmington Declaration’s impact on India’s relationship with China has been created, based on the article “China, India and New Delhi’s Quad dilemma” published in “The Hindu” on 14th October is 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2-international relations-Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Context:… Continue reading The Wilmington Declaration’s impact on India’s relationship with China
Reasons and their impacts for the increasing heatwaves in Indian cities
Source: The post reasons and their impacts for the increasing heatwaves in Indian cities has been created, based on the article “A critical message for the urban elite” published in “The Hindu” on 14th October is 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3- Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation Context: The article discusses how poor urban… Continue reading Reasons and their impacts for the increasing heatwaves in Indian cities
[Download] New 10 PM Weekly Compilation – October 2024 – 1st week
Hello, everyone. We are posting a Compilation of the 10 pm current affairs quiz – Oct 2024 –1st week for practice of current affairs. All Questions have been framed based on the format of 2024 UPSC prelims exam. The compilation has been arranged based on the Prelims syllabus. Click on the following link to download the… Continue reading [Download] New 10 PM Weekly Compilation – October 2024 – 1st week
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 14th October 2024 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing, 14th October 2024 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 14th October 2024 I Mains Marathon
What is Wayanad’s new X- band radar?
News: Following the devastating floods and landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district in July 2024, the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences has approved the installation of an X- band radar in the district. 1. Radar: It stands for radio detection and ranging. It functions by utilising radio waves to detect and locate the objects, measure their… Continue reading What is Wayanad’s new X- band radar?
Coffee exports a hit despite supply woes
News: India exported coffee worth Rs. 6,467 crores in the first five months of 2024-25, up 45% year-on –year. 1. India produces 2 major types of coffee: Arabica and Robusta. 2. Arabica has a higher market value due to its mild aromatic flavour. 3. Robusta is used in making various blends due to its strong… Continue reading Coffee exports a hit despite supply woes
Concerns grow as Uttarakhand’s ‘skeleton lake’ is shrinking
News: Climate Change and Global Warming are believed to be the reasons behind the shrinking of the Roopkund lake. 1. Climate Change: United Nations defines climate change as long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. Such shifts can be natural or anthropogenic in origin. 2. Roopkund Lake: It is located 16,500 feet above sea level… Continue reading Concerns grow as Uttarakhand’s ‘skeleton lake’ is shrinking
