Source-This post is based on the article “China launches new satellite ‘Einstein Probe’ shaped like a lotus to observe violent cosmic phenomena” published in “Deccan Herald” on 9th January 2024. Why in the News? Recently China has launched a novel astronomical satellite named ‘Einstein Probe‘ into space. The objective is to investigate mysterious transient phenomena… Continue reading Einstein Probe (EP)
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Spiral Galaxy: MCG-01-24-014
Source-This post is based on the article “Hubble telescope captures ‘forbidden light’ coming from deep space” published in “India today” on 8th January 2024. Why in the News? The Hubble Space Telescope has recently captured an image of the spiral galaxy MCG-01-24-014, unveiling the mysterious allure of the so-called ‘forbidden’ light. What is MCG-01-24-014? 1)… Continue reading Spiral Galaxy: MCG-01-24-014
Darjeeling zoo has world’s largest number of snow leopards
Source-This post is based on the article “At 14, Darjeeling zoo now has world’s largest number of snow leopards in captivity” published in “The Indian Express” on 11th January 2024. Why in the News? After 40 years of a conservation breeding program, the Darjeeling zoo now holds the world’s largest captive snow leopard population. This… Continue reading Darjeeling zoo has world’s largest number of snow leopards
Year End Review 2023: Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Source-This post is based on the article “Year End Review 2023: Ministry of Tribal Affairs” published in “PIB” on 10th January 2024. Why in the News? This article discusses the major accomplishments of the Ministry of tribal affairs in 2023. What are the major accomplishments of Ministry of Tribal Affairs during 2023? Budget outlay for… Continue reading Year End Review 2023: Ministry of Tribal Affairs
India signs cooperation pacts with the UAE, Czech Republic
Source-This post is based on the article “India signs cooperation pacts with the UAE, Czech Republic” published in “Live mint” on 10th January 2024. Why in the News? India has entered into multiple bilateral cooperation agreements with the United Arab Emirates and the Czech Republic at the vibrant Gujrat summit. What agreements have been signed… Continue reading India signs cooperation pacts with the UAE, Czech Republic
SBI Report on Income inequality in India
Source-This post is based on the article “Income inequality shrinks, Mobility on the Rise : SBI Research Report” published in “PIB” on 8th January 2024. Why in the News? According to SBI Research latest report, there has been a reduction in income inequality in India, signaling a favorable shift towards upward mobility and the expansion… Continue reading SBI Report on Income inequality in India
SC Report Reveals Accessibility Gaps for People with Disabilities in Indian Courts
Source-This post is based on the article “SC report exposes severe gaps in accessibility for people with disabilities at courts across India” published in “The Hindu” on 10th January 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the Supreme Court’s Centre for Research and Planning report highlights infrastructure deficiencies in Indian district courts. It raised concerns about… Continue reading SC Report Reveals Accessibility Gaps for People with Disabilities in Indian Courts
Amaterasu: Super-energetic particle from outer space
Source-This post is based on the article “How a super-energetic particle from outer space could help physics” published in “The Hindu” on 2nd January 2024. Why in the News? Japanese scientists found a powerful cosmic ray on Earth named ‘Amaterasu,’ the second-highest-energy cosmic ray ever discovered. What is Amaterasu? 1) It is one of the… Continue reading Amaterasu: Super-energetic particle from outer space
India Club: what it means for our shipping firms
Source-This post is based on the article “India Club: what it means for our shipping firms” published in “Live mint” on 10th January 2024. Why in the News? India plans to create its own protection and indemnity (P&I) entity, the India Club, to provide insurance for ships in Indian waters thereby reducing reliance on global… Continue reading India Club: what it means for our shipping firms
Majority of cities far from clean air target, says study
Source-This post is based on the article “Majority of cities far from clean air target, says study” published in “The Hindu” on 10th January 2024. Why in the News? According to an analysis conducted by Respirer Living Sciences and Climate Trends, a significant number of Indian cities are considerably distant from achieving clean air target.… Continue reading Majority of cities far from clean air target, says study
