9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Articles 7 February, 2024
Dear Friends,
We are posting the 9 PM UPSC Current Affairs Brief 7 Feb, 2024 based on today’s current affairs.
What is the aim of 9 PM?
Ensure that all relevant facts, data, and arguments from today’s newspaper are readily available to you.
We have widened the sources to provide you with content that is more than enough and adds value not just for GS but also for essay writing. Hence, the 9 PM brief now covers the following newspapers:
- The Hindu
- Indian Express
- Livemint
- Business Standard
- Times of India
- Down To Earth
- PIB
Since these changes are new, so initially the number of articles might increase, but they’ll go down over time.
It is our endeavor to provide you with the best content, and your feedback is essential for the same. We will be anticipating your feedback and ensure the blog serves as an optimal medium of learning for all the aspirants.
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Battle of Karnal
News: The Battle of Karnal on February 24, 1739, was a pivotal moment in the history of the Mughal Empire. About Battle of Karnal (1739) The Battle of Karnal, fought on February 24, 1739, was a decisive conflict between the Persian emperor Nadir Shah and the Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah Rangila. By the early 18th… Continue reading Battle of Karnal
Key Facts about Honduras
News: Recently, India delivered 26 tons of humanitarian aid to Honduras in response to Tropical Storm SARA. About Honduras Honduras is located in Central America, bordered by: North: The Caribbean Sea South: El Salvador and the Pacific Ocean (via the Gulf of Fonseca) East: Nicaragua West: Guatemala Landscape: Mostly mountainous (about 80% of the country),… Continue reading Key Facts about Honduras
Reclassification of Major Minerals
News: Recently, the Ministry of Mines issued a gazette notification shifting Barytes, Felspar, Mica, and Quartz from the minor minerals category to the major minerals category. About Major Minerals Minerals in India are classified into two categories: major minerals and minor minerals. The classification is based on their economic significance, industrial applications, and the regulatory… Continue reading Reclassification of Major Minerals
Black Plastic
News: Black plastic is commonly used in kitchen utensils, food containers, and household items. However, concerns have emerged regarding its safety due to potential toxic chemical exposure. About Black Plastic It is often made from recycled electronic waste, such as old computers, TVs, and appliances. These electronics contain substances like: Flame retardants (e.g., bromine-based compounds… Continue reading Black Plastic
Tea Horse Road
News: Recently, China’s Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, shared a post on X about the historic Tea Horse Road, a trade route spanning over 2,000 km that connected China to India through Tibet. About Tea Horse Road It is an ancient trade route connecting China to India via Tibet. It spanned over 2,000 km, passing… Continue reading Tea Horse Road
UP Budget 2025-26 Summary- English and Hindi Download
Dear All, The UP Government has recently presented the UP Budget 2025-26. Team ForumIAS is pleased to present you the Budget Summary in both Hindi and English. This summary will be beneficial for the Candidates appearing in UPPSC Mains 2024 and the upcoming UPPSC prelims 2025. Download now using the links below: UP Budget Summary… Continue reading UP Budget 2025-26 Summary- English and Hindi Download
Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles, 25th February 2025
About Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper & Indian Express. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a certain number… Continue reading Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles, 25th February 2025
India can lead in transgender healthcare globally
Source: The post India can lead in transgender healthcare globally has been created, based on the article “How India can become the vishwaguru for transgender healthcare” published in “Indian Express” on 24th February 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- Governance-mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Context:… Continue reading India can lead in transgender healthcare globally
Impact of recent shift in US-Russia relations
Source: The post Impact of recent shift in US-Russia relations has been created, based on the article “In Ukraine tragedy, a lesson on big powers: Proxies always end up as doormats of history” published in “Indian Express” on 24th February 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- International Relations-Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving… Continue reading Impact of recent shift in US-Russia relations
India can benefit from global skills shortage
Source: The post India can benefit from global skills shortage has been created, based on the article “Talent shortage — global challenge, India’s opportunity” published in “The Hindu” on 24th February 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3- Economy- growth, development and employment. Context: The article discusses the global shortage of skilled workers and how India… Continue reading India can benefit from global skills shortage