What is the News? The World Bank released a report titled “Traffic Crash Injuries and Disabilities: The Burden on Indian Society”. It highlights the Socio-Economic impacts of road accidents in India. About the Report: Published by: World Bank in collaboration with SaveLIFE Foundation. The report highlights the socio-economic impact of road accidents. It analyses the … Continue reading “Traffic Crash Injuries and Disabilities” -World Bank report on road accidents in India
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CFS endorses Voluntary guidelines on Food Systems and Nutrition
What is the News? The UN Committee on World Food Security (CFS) has endorsed the first-ever Voluntary Guidelines on Food Systems and Nutrition(VGFSyN). About the guidelines: These guidelines will support countries in their efforts to eradicate all forms of hunger and malnutrition. It will utilize a comprehensive food systems approach for this aim. It will… Continue reading CFS endorses Voluntary guidelines on Food Systems and Nutrition
Current Affairs Classes | Pre + Mains 2021 | 17th February
Dear Friends, We are writing to inform you that ForumIAS is going to commence with CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASSES from 17th February. This is an issue-based Current Affairs Program for Civil Services Examination where you will cover dynamic current affairs for both Prelims and Mains 2021. If there is just one classroom program you would like… Continue reading Current Affairs Classes | Pre + Mains 2021 | 17th February
India-Australia relation: Towards sustainable future
Synopsis: How India and Australia are working towards a sustainable world. Background The year 2020 witnessed the spread of the Pandemic, bushfires in Australia as a consequence of climate change. It has taught the following important lessons to the world. The need to strengthen the resilience of our global communities. The importance of innovation, resources,… Continue reading India-Australia relation: Towards sustainable future
Reasons and Solutions for disaster management in Uttarakhand
Synopsis: There are various reasons for Disasters in Uttarakhand. It can be prevented by taking some long-term measures. Background: The glacier burst in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand caused the flash floods. It led to the death of 34 people with more than 170 people missing. Apart from that, it also caused destruction to public… Continue reading Reasons and Solutions for disaster management in Uttarakhand
Mindless development could bring more calamities
Synopsis: Development work in the Himalayas is being carried out without an understanding of its fragility, seismicity, glacial behavior. Introduction The flash floods due to the burst of an artificial lake inside Nanda Devi Sanctuary is the newest warning given by the Himalayas to the supporters of development. The loss of lives, property, and projects… Continue reading Mindless development could bring more calamities
Comprehensive Guidance Program (CGP) 2022 | 25th February 2021
Dear Friends, We are writing to inform you that we shall be commencing with our Comprehensive Guidance Program (CGP) 2022 from 25th February 2021. CGP is a Flagship foundation program of ForumIAS that takes care of 360-degree mentor-backed preparation, covering your Prelims + Mains so that you are best prepared to ace the examination in… Continue reading Comprehensive Guidance Program (CGP) 2022 | 25th February 2021
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 15, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles List of Today’s Factly Articles “Traffic Crash Injuries and Disabilities” -World Bank report on road accidents in India What is the “Arjun Main Battle Tank” MK-1A? Fossils of ‘Dickinsonia’ found at Bhimbetka “Arka Vyapar App” to connect farmers with market Data on participation of marginalised… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 15, 2021
[UPSC Interview Transcript #13]: Bhonsle Sir Board, Madhya Pradesh State, Commerce (CA) Optional, Football, Meditation Hobbies
Duration: 30 mins Board: Bhonsle Sir Employee: Chartered Accountant Home State: Madhya Pradesh (Ujjain) Optional: Commerce (CA) Hobbies: Football, Meditation Chairman Asked about Pele (football legend) health and financial issues. Member 1 AGR issue is going on, I think this is all fault of Chartered Accountants. They advise them to not pay these dues. All… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #13]: Bhonsle Sir Board, Madhya Pradesh State, Commerce (CA) Optional, Football, Meditation Hobbies
Self-regulatory codes 2020 for OTTs should be allowed
Synopsis: The government should consider allowing the Over-The-Top (OTT) services to self-regulate themselves. Recently, they published a new tool kit to implement the self-regulation code of 2020. Read – Self-regulatory toolkit by OTTs for implementation of Self Regulation Codes, 2020 – ForumIAS Blog Background The Over-The-Top (OTT) services in India have witnessed an increase in… Continue reading Self-regulatory codes 2020 for OTTs should be allowed
