Source: The post has been created, based on the article “A cabinet committee on science and technology is a must today’” published in “Live mint” on 27th January 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3-Science and Technology and GS Paper 2- Governance-Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Context: The article advocates for creating… Continue reading India Need a Cabinet Committee on Science and Technology (CCST)
Year: 2025
India advancements in 2025 space technology
Source: The post India advancements in 2025 space technology has been created, based on the article “Indian space programme breaks into 2025 on ‘mission mode’” published in “The Hindu” on 27th January 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3-Science and Technology-Awareness in the fields of Space Context: The article highlights India’s advancements in space technology in… Continue reading India advancements in 2025 space technology
Trump’s Second Term Shapes Indo-Pacific Strategy
Source: The post Trump’s Second Term Shapes Indo-Pacific Strategy has been created, based on the article “An enduring commitment to the Indo-Pacific” published in “The Hindu” on 27th January 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-International Relations-Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting Context: The article discusses Donald Trump’s second term as… Continue reading Trump’s Second Term Shapes Indo-Pacific Strategy
Global Failures in Preventing Genocides and Atrocities
Source: The post Global Failures in Preventing Genocides and Atrocities has been created, based on the article “Genocide and the world’s averted gaze” Published in “The Hindu” on 27th January 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- International Relations-Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. Context: The article discusses the Holocaust, genocide at Auschwitz,… Continue reading Global Failures in Preventing Genocides and Atrocities
State PCS Success Program (SPS) for 70th BPSC Mains Exam 2025
ForumIAS is coming up with State PCS Success Program (SPS) for 70th BPSC Mains Exam 2025 starting from 31st January 2025. State PCS Success Program (SPS) is an innovative approach to preparing for the 70th BPSC Mains Exam 2025, designed to help students master the exam through personalized mentorship, structured test series, and expert guidance.… Continue reading State PCS Success Program (SPS) for 70th BPSC Mains Exam 2025
The Paris Agreement and Climate Challenges- Explained Pointwise
The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, is a landmark global effort to combat climate change. Signed by 196 nations, it seeks to limit global temperature rise to below 2°C, with an aspirational goal of 1.5°C. However, it faces challenges, including the U.S. withdrawal under President Donald Trump, who claimed the agreement was unfair and economically… Continue reading The Paris Agreement and Climate Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Central Pollution Control Board
News: The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has informed National Green Tribunal (NGT) that only 167 posts out of 2,228 vacancies have been filled so far in 12 states and 2 UTs. Earlier the NGT had ordered to fill vacant posts across pollution control boards in the country by April end. About Central Pollution Control… Continue reading Central Pollution Control Board
Inland Waterway Authority of India (IWAI)
News: The Inland Waterway Authority of India (IWAI) has set up a new regional office at Varanasi. About Inland Waterway Authority of India It is a statutory body established by the central government under the provisions of the Inland Waterway Authority of India Act, 1985. The authority undertakes projects for development and maintenance of inland… Continue reading Inland Waterway Authority of India (IWAI)
Chinar Tree
News: The Jammu and Kashmir Forest Research Institute (JKFRI) has launched ‘Digital Tree Aadhaar Initiative’ for the conservation of the Chinar tree. About Chinar Tree It is also known as the majestic chinar and oriental plane tree. Chinar is a maple-like tree with a huge canopy. It is found in the cool climate regions with… Continue reading Chinar Tree
Stargardt disease
News– Researchers from Switzerland have announced the development of a gene-editing technique that may potentially aid in the treatment of Stargardt disease. About Stargardt Disease It is a rare inherited genetic disorder that leads to progressive vision loss, especially in children and young adults. Cause: The disease is caused by mutations in the ABCA4 gene,… Continue reading Stargardt disease
