What is the News? The US President has decided to rejoin the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). The moves come after the former US President had withdrawn from the global body three years ago. Facts: United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) The UNHRC is a United Nations body established in 2006. It replaced the… Continue reading US decides to rejoin “UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC)”
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Tapovan Vishnugad Hydropower Project
What is the News? The rescue operations are still undergoing in Uttarakhand from a Tapovam tunnel located at the Tapovan-Vishnugad hydro project. Facts: Tapovan Vishnugad Hydropower Plant is a 520 MW run-of-river hydroelectric project(See image). It was constructed by National Thermal Power Corporation Limited(NTPC) on Dhauliganga River in Chamoli District of Uttarakhand. The power plant… Continue reading Tapovan Vishnugad Hydropower Project
TIFAC launches SAKSHAM Portal and Seaweed Mission
What is the news? Technology Information, Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC) celebrated its 34th Foundation Day. The theme of the Foundation day was: “Technology, Innovation and Economy for Atma Nirbhar Bharat”. About TIFAC: It is an autonomous technology think tank under the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Ministry of Science and Technology. It was… Continue reading TIFAC launches SAKSHAM Portal and Seaweed Mission
Centre’s Powers under “Section 69A of IT Act”
What is the News? The Government of India has asked Twitter to follow Indian laws. The government has also expressed disappointment over partial compliance with its orders. What was the issue? The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology(MeitY) ordered Twitter to block several Twitter accounts for posing a threat to law and order. The order… Continue reading Centre’s Powers under “Section 69A of IT Act”
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 11, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles List of Today’s Factly Articles “Foundational Abilities” of children lost due to closure of schools TIFAC launches SAKSHAM Portal and Seaweed Mission US decides to rejoin “UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC)” Centre’s Powers under “Section 69A of IT Act” Tapovan Vishnugad Hydropower Project Low conviction… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 11, 2021
Issues of restricting free speech in name of fake news
Source: The Indian Express Syllabus: GS Synopsis: MHA has recommended criminalizing the spread of misleading news about vaccines. This step would have many repercussions. Introduction The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a recommendation letter to all state governments. In that, the MHA mentioned that state governments can pursue criminal action against individuals and… Continue reading Issues of restricting free speech in name of fake news
FSSAI caps Trans Fat in Food
Source: Click here Syllabus: GS -3 Synopsis: FSSAI has released new directions for Trans fat elimination. What would be its possible benefits? Introduction India is going to join a select group of countries by limiting industrial trans fat to 2% by mass of the total oils/fats present in the product in 2022. India would be… Continue reading FSSAI caps Trans Fat in Food
The need of explicit details of the offences against the children in POCSO Act
Source- The Hindu Syllabus – GS 2 – Indian Constitution—historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Synopsis: The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act was enacted especially to protect children from sexual assault. Background In the case of Satish Ragde v. State of Maharashtra, Bombay High Court acquitted the accused… Continue reading The need of explicit details of the offences against the children in POCSO Act
[UPSC Interview Transcript #4] Manoj Soni Board, Kerala Home State, Watching satirical shows, Opera music, Football, online chess hobbies
Interview Date: 11/02/2020 [IFoS] Board: Manoj Soni Sir Background: Mechanical Engg. from IIT Bombay Home state: Kerala hobbies: Watching American satirical shows, listening to opera music, following football, online chess Chairman You have had a long wait, (I was 5th in the session) would you like some tea? What were you during the waiting time?… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #4] Manoj Soni Board, Kerala Home State, Watching satirical shows, Opera music, Football, online chess hobbies
Prelims Preparatory Classes (PPC) 2021 commencing from 15th February
Dear Friends, This to inform you that we shall be commencing with the second batch of Prelims Preparatory Classes (PPC) 2021 from 15th February 2021 in Online mode. PPC is a comprehensive Prelims focused classroom program that ensures maximum coverage of Prelims syllabus in about 50+ classes – so that you are ahead of the competition. Going from basics to… Continue reading Prelims Preparatory Classes (PPC) 2021 commencing from 15th February
