Source- This post on Asteroid 2024 PT5 is based on the article “Earth to get a temporary mini-moon named 2024 PT5” published in Indian Express on 19th September 2024. Why in News? Asteroid 2024 PT5 recently passed close to Earth without causing any harm, and another asteroid, resembling a mini-moon is approaching. About 2024 PT5 1. About: 2024… Continue reading Asteroid 2024 PT5
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Union Cabinet approved Simultaneous Election Plan
Source- This post on Union Cabinet approved Simultaneous Election Plan is based on the article “Simultaneous polls plan gets Union Cabinet approval” published in The Hindu on 19th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, the Union Cabinet accepted the recommendations of the high-level committee that had proposed simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies as the first… Continue reading Union Cabinet approved Simultaneous Election Plan
Biotechnology Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio-RIDE) scheme
Source- This post on Biotechnology Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio-RIDE) scheme is based on the article “Cabinet approves ‘Bio-RIDE’ scheme to support cutting edge research and development in Biotechnology” published in PIB on 19th September 2024. Why in News? The Union Cabinet recently approved the Biotechnology Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio-RIDE) scheme. About Biotechnology Research… Continue reading Biotechnology Research Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio-RIDE) scheme
Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS)
Source- This post on Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) is based on the article “Bharatiya Anthariksh Station (BAS): Our own Space Station for Scientific research to be established with the launch of its first module in 2028” published in PIB on 19th September 2024. Why in News? The Union Cabinet has approved an expansion of India’s Gaganyaan Programme to… Continue reading Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS)
Drowning: a neglected public health crisis
Source: The post concern with One Nation, One Election has been created, based on the article “Drowning: a neglected public health crisis” published in “The Hindu” on 19th September is 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Governance-Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health Concern: The article highlights the tragic… Continue reading Drowning: a neglected public health crisis
Extension of the Ayushman Bharat scheme
Source: The post extension of the Ayushman Bharat scheme has been created, based on the article “Why extending national health insurance scheme to elderly is not enough” published in “Indian Express” on 18th September is 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Governance-Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States… Continue reading Extension of the Ayushman Bharat scheme
Issues with the death sentence in India
Source: The post issues with the death sentence in India has been created, based on the article “The continuing distribution of the death penalty” published in “The Hindu” on 18th September is 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – Governance – Criminal Justice System in India Context: The article discusses the death penalty in… Continue reading Issues with the death sentence in India
Rapa Nui Island
Source- This post on Rapa Nui is based on the article “Rapa Nui genomes restore the real history of an old, troubled people” published in The Hindu on 18th September 2024. Why in News? Studying Indigenous genomes reveals vital insights into population history, ecological adaptations, and human migration. Research on Rapa Nui genomes, for instance, helps debunk harmful stereotypes… Continue reading Rapa Nui Island
Technological Interventions to Address Stray Cattle Menace
Source- This post on Impact of Siddha Drugs in Lowering Anaemia in Adolescent Girls is based on the article “‘Siddha’ drugs combination lowers anaemia in adolescent girls, says study” published in Economic Times on 17th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying highlighted new technological solutions to tackle the issue of stray cattle during… Continue reading Technological Interventions to Address Stray Cattle Menace
Cellulitis Disease
Source- This post on Cellulitis Disease is based on the article “Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launches ‘SUBHADRA’ – the largest women-centric scheme in Bhubaneswar, Odisha” published in PIB on 18th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, Cellulitis has now become widespread in the erstwhile Karimnagar district. About Cellulitis Disease 1. About: Cellulitis is a common bacterial skin… Continue reading Cellulitis Disease
