With the formation of the new NDA government at the Centre dependent upon two regional parties of Bihar and Andhra Pradesh, the issue of demand for special category status has again gained prominence. In this article we will look at the benefits associated with special status and the concerns surrounding it. Table of Content What… Continue reading Special Category Status- Explained Pointwise
Dnipro
Source-This post on Dnipro has been created based on the article “Russian missile attack on Ukraine’s Dnipro injures seven people, including two children” published in “The Print” on 6 June 2024. Why in News? A recent Russian missile attack on the central city of Dnipro injured seven people, including two children, and damaged civilian infrastructure.… Continue reading Dnipro
Revising TB treatment protocols
Source-This post on Revising TB treatment protocols has been created based on the article “Health Ministry reworks protocol as country’s TB elimination drive plateaus” published in “The Hindu” on 6 June 2024. Why in News? Recently, Health Ministry official stated that India’s efforts to achieve a rapid decline in tuberculosis (TB) morbidity and mortality and work… Continue reading Revising TB treatment protocols
Women Representation in Lok Sabha
Source-This post on Women Representation in Lok Sabha has been created based on the article “The representation of women in the incoming Lok Sabha, how it compares to previous years” published in “The Indian Express” on 6 June 2024. Why in News? Over the years, the gender composition of the Lok Sabha has generally trended towards… Continue reading Women Representation in Lok Sabha
Fungus Parengyodontium album
Source-This post on Fungus Parengyodontium album has been created based on the article “Fungus Breaks Down Plastic Polyethylene in the Ocean” published in “Laborotary Equipment” on 6 June 2024. Why in News? Researchers discovered that the marine fungus Parengyodontium album can break down the plastic. About Parengyodontium album 1. Parengyodontium album is a marine fungus… Continue reading Fungus Parengyodontium album
Minuteman III
Source-This post on Minuteman III has been created based on the article “On Cam: Nuclear-capable Minuteman III ICBM Lights Up U.S. Skies Amid Tensions With Russia” published in “Hindustan Times ” on 6 June 2024. Why in News? The US Air Force recently tested an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force… Continue reading Minuteman III
Blaze Star
Source-This post on Blaze Star has been created based on the article “A ‘new star’ could appear in the sky any night now. Here’s how to see the Blaze Star ignite” published in “livescience” on 6 June 2024. Why in News? The upcoming explosion of “Blaze Star” (T Coronae Borealis) which is a rare celestial event.… Continue reading Blaze Star
Mount Kanlaon
Source-This post on Mount Kanlaon has been created based on the article “Hundreds in emergency shelters after volcano erupts in Philippines” published in “Indian Express” on 6 June 2024. Why in News? Recently, Mount Kanlaon on Negros island exploded sending a plume of ash, rocks and gases five kilometres. Mount Kanlaon About Description About 1. Mount Kanlaon… Continue reading Mount Kanlaon
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 5th 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 5th 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 5th June 2024 I Mains Marathon
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 6th 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 6th 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 6th June 2024 I Mains Marathon
