Author: ForumIAS

PM to inaugurate “World Sustainable Development Summit 2021”

What is the News? The Prime Minister will inaugurate the World Sustainable Development Summit 2021. About World Sustainable Development Summit(WSDS): It is an annual event organized by The Energy and Resources Institute(TERI) since 2001. The summit was earlier known as Delhi Sustainable Development Summit. Purpose: The Summit brings together a wide number of participants in… Continue reading PM to inaugurate “World Sustainable Development Summit 2021”

Veerashaiva “Lingayats” demanding for Quota

What is the News? The Veerashaiva Lingayats are demanding inclusion in the Other Backward Classes(OBC) quota category. Who are the Lingayats? Lingayats are classified as a Hindu sub-caste called Veerashaiva Lingayats. They are essentially followers of the 12th-century philosopher Saint Basavanna who was against the caste system and Vedic rituals. They are a dominant community… Continue reading Veerashaiva “Lingayats” demanding for Quota

What are the “NDMA guidelines for GLOFs related disasters”

What is the News? NDMA has issued guidelines to reduce disasters related to Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs). Recently GLOF is suspected to have caused the flash floods in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli. What are Glacial Lake Outburst Floods(GLOFs)? It refers to the flooding that occurs when the water dammed by a glacier or a moraine is… Continue reading What are the “NDMA guidelines for GLOFs related disasters”

Chinese energy projects near Tamil Nadu cleared by Sri Lanka

What is the News? The Sri Lankan Government has cleared a Chinese project to set up hybrid wind and solar energy projects on three Sri Lankan islands. Note: This development comes after Sri Lanka had recently decided to pull out of the East Container Terminal(ECT) deal with India and Japan. About the Project: China’s hybrid… Continue reading Chinese energy projects near Tamil Nadu cleared by Sri Lanka

Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 9, 2021

Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles List of Today’s Factly Articles Chinese energy projects near Tamil Nadu cleared by Sri Lanka What are the “NDMA guidelines for GLOFs related disasters” Veerashaiva “Lingayats” demanding for Quota PM to inaugurate “World Sustainable Development Summit 2021” “Ka-226T utility chopper” Sri Lanka settles “Currency Swap… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 9, 2021

“Tileswari Barua” – possibly the youngest martyr of India got recognised by PM

What is the News? The Prime Minister went the historic martyr town of Dhekiajuli in Assam and recognised the freedom fighters of that town. The town was associated with the Quit India Movement of 1942. During his visit, the PM also laid the foundation stone for two medical colleges and launched a road and highway… Continue reading “Tileswari Barua” – possibly the youngest martyr of India got recognised by PM

[UPSC Interview Transcript #2] TCA ANANT Board, ISRO Engineer, Writing Poem hobby

Transcript of interview 2020 Interview Duration: 30 Mins Background– Scientist  (ISRO) Board: T C A ANANT SIR Hobby: Writing Poem Members: 2 male members and 2 lady members Chairman What are your responsibilities in ISRO? Give a brief description of yourself. Why civil services? Which projects are you currently working on? You were the Event… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #2] TCA ANANT Board, ISRO Engineer, Writing Poem hobby

Men access “KIRAN mental health rehabilitation helpline” more

What is the News? According to a report by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment(SJE), 70% of callers to KIRAN (mental health rehabilitation helpline) are male. Kiran helpline(1800-599-0019): Launched by: It was launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities(DEPwD). The Department works under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (SJE).… Continue reading Men access “KIRAN mental health rehabilitation helpline” more

Concerns regarding DNA Technology (Use and Application) Bill, 2019

Source: Indian Express GS-3: concern associated with technologies. Synopsis: DNA Technology (Use and Application) Bill, 2019 has many concerns over its use when implemented. So, it is necessary to debate the effects before finalizing the Bill. Background The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science, Technology, Environment, Forests, and Climate Change was tasked to review the DNA… Continue reading Concerns regarding DNA Technology (Use and Application) Bill, 2019

Blog
Academy
Community