Source: The post is based on the article “In a first, Army gets vertical wind tunnel to train special forces” published in “The Hindu” on 26th October 2023 Why in News? The Indian Army has installed its first vertical wind tunnel (VWT) at the Special Forces Training School (SFTS) at Bakloh in Himachal Pradesh. Why… Continue reading In a first, Army gets vertical wind tunnel to train special forces
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ISA to release report on global adoption of solar technology in November
Source: The post is based on the article “ISA to release report on global adoption of solar technology in November” published in “The Hindu” on 26th October 2023 Contents1 Why in the News?2 What is the Global solar Stocktake Report?3 What is a Global Solar Facility?4 How much gigawatts of solar photovoltaic panels have been… Continue reading ISA to release report on global adoption of solar technology in November
Cabinet approves Memorandum of Cooperation between India and Japan on Japan-India Semiconductor Supply Chain Partnership
Source: The post is based on the article “Cabinet approves Memorandum of Cooperation between India and Japan on Japan-India Semiconductor Supply Chain Partnership” published in “PIB” on 26th October 2023 Why in the News? The Union Cabinet of India has approved a memorandum of cooperation between India and Japan on a Semiconductor Supply Chain Partnership.… Continue reading Cabinet approves Memorandum of Cooperation between India and Japan on Japan-India Semiconductor Supply Chain Partnership
India hosting meeting of the United Nations Forum on Forests to deliberate on forest fires and forest certification
Source: The post is based on the article “India hosting meeting of the United Nations Forum on Forests to deliberate on forest fires and forest certification” published in “PIB” on 26th October 2023 What is the News? The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is organizing a Country-Led Initiative (CLI) event as part of… Continue reading India hosting meeting of the United Nations Forum on Forests to deliberate on forest fires and forest certification
As Gujarat’s Dhordo village gets UNWTO recognition, PM Modi says it showcases India’s tourism potential
Source: The post is based on the article “As Gujarat’s Dhordo village gets UNWTO recognition, PM Modi says it showcases India’s tourism potential” published in “The Hindu” on 26th October 2023 Contents1 Why in the News?2 Where is Dhordo Village?3 What is the Best Tourism Villages Initiative?4 What is the United Nations World Tourism Organization… Continue reading As Gujarat’s Dhordo village gets UNWTO recognition, PM Modi says it showcases India’s tourism potential
Lemru Elephant Corridor: Coal Ministry ensures utmost Environ care while Enhancing Coal Production
Source: The post is based on the article “Lemru Elephant Corridor: Coal Ministry ensures utmost Environ care while Enhancing Coal Production” published in “PIB” on 26th October 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Coal has excluded certain coal mines from development to protect forest areas including the Lemru Elephant Corridor. Where is Lemru… Continue reading Lemru Elephant Corridor: Coal Ministry ensures utmost Environ care while Enhancing Coal Production
Lok Sabha’s Ethics Committee: its history, constitution and members
Source: The post is based on the article “Lok Sabha’s Ethics Committee: its history, constitution and members” published in “Indian Express” on 26th October 2023 Why in News? Lok Sabha Speaker has referred a “cash-for-query” complaint made by an MP against another MP to the Lok Sabha Ethics Committee. What is Lok Sabha Ethics Committee?… Continue reading Lok Sabha’s Ethics Committee: its history, constitution and members
CBI launches Operation Chakra-II: What it is and why Microsoft and Amazon are part of this
Source: The post is based on the article “CBI launches Operation Chakra-II: What it is and why Microsoft and Amazon are part of this” published in “TOI” on 25th October 2023 What is the News? The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched Operation Chakra-II. What is Operation Chakra-II? Launched by: Central Bureau of Investigation… Continue reading CBI launches Operation Chakra-II: What it is and why Microsoft and Amazon are part of this
Delhi govt to use dust suppressants to combat poor AQI: what are they and do they work?
Source: The post is based on the article “Delhi govt to use dust suppressants to combat poor AQI: what are they and do they work?” published in “Indian Express” on 25th October 2023 What is the News? Dust suppressants are being used in Delhi to reduce pollution from dust. What are Dust suppressants? Dust suppressants… Continue reading Delhi govt to use dust suppressants to combat poor AQI: what are they and do they work?
Food labels to have QR code to help the visually disabled
Source: The post is based on the article “Food labels to have QR code to help the visually disabled” published in “The Hindu” on 24th October 2023 What is the News? The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) has recommended the use of Quick Response(QR) codes on food products. What is Food Safety and… Continue reading Food labels to have QR code to help the visually disabled
