Source– This post on MD2 Pineapple is based on the article “APEDA facilitates first Consignment of MD 2 Pineapples from India to UAE” published in “PIB” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has facilitated the successful export of the first consignment of MD 2… Continue reading MD2 Pineapple
National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM)
Source– This post on National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) is based on the article “National Commission for Indian System of Medicine celebrates its 4th Foundation Day” published in “PIB” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, The National Commission for Indian Medical Systems organized a two-day National Conference, ‘PRANA’ Protecting Rights… Continue reading National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM)
National Highway Infra Trust (NHIT)
Source– This post on National Highway Infra Trust (NHIT) is based on the article “NHAI Unveils New Corporate Identity of National Highways Infra Trust” published in “PIB” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the new corporate identity with the launch of a logo was unveiled at NHAI Headquarters in New Delhi. About National Highway Infra… Continue reading National Highway Infra Trust (NHIT)
Satnamis Community
Source– This post on Satnamis Community is based on the article “Satnamis protest desecration; attack SP office, torch vehicles in Chhattisgarh” published in “The Hindu” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, a huge mob from the Satnami community in Chhattisgarh’s Baloda Bazar district torched dozens of vehicles, pelted stones at police personnel, and… Continue reading Satnamis Community
Report on Nitrous Oxide Emissions
Source– This post on Report on Nitrous Oxide Emissions is based on the article “Study ranks India second in nitrous oxide emissions” published in “The Hindu” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? A new report published by the Global Carbon Project reveals that planet-warming nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions increased by 40 percent between 1980… Continue reading Report on Nitrous Oxide Emissions
Launch of the E-Flow Monitoring System
Source– This post on Launch of the E-Flow Monitoring System is based on the article “Union Jal Shakti Minister Shri C.R. Paatil reviews progress of Namami Gange Mission Projects” published in “PIB” on 14th June 2024. Why in the News? Shri C.R. Paatil launched the Environmental flows (E-flows) Monitoring System developed by the NMCG. About the… Continue reading Launch of the E-Flow Monitoring System
Indian Migrants in Gulf Countries – Challenges and Way forward
The recent case of deaths of over 40 Indian migrant workers in a fire in Kuwait has once again brought attention to the lack of safety and deplorable living conditions of Indian migrants in Gulf Countries. There have been similar incidents in recent past such as- the harsh working conditions and human rights violations during… Continue reading Indian Migrants in Gulf Countries – Challenges and Way forward
Working of Google Search Algorithms
Source– This post on How Google Search Algorithms works is based on the article “Decoding a leak: how Google Search’s algorithms work” published in “The Hindu” on 13th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, an anonymous email claimed to have access to API documents of Google’s Search algorithm and reached Rand Fishkin, the CEO of SparkToro… Continue reading Working of Google Search Algorithms
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 14th June 2024 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 14th June 2024 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 14th June 2024 I Mains Marathon
[Online] Today @ 9:15 PM | The last meet before Prelims with Mr. Ayush Sinha
We are about 48 hours away from the Prelims Examination. On Sunday, by 5PM our fates will be sealed for the months and year ahead. Today at 9:15PM, we shall be connecting over a webinar. The last one before the prelims. It isn’t going to be strategy session per se, for each one of you will ( and should… Continue reading [Online] Today @ 9:15 PM | The last meet before Prelims with Mr. Ayush Sinha
