Source– This post is based on the article “Carbon Controversy: Corporate climate action watchdog’s new decision regarding use of offsetting causes backlash” published in “Down To Earth” on 12th April 2024. Why in the News? The recent decision by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) to allow carbon offsetting for Scope 3 emissions has sparked… Continue reading Science Based Tartget Initiative
Global Hepatitis Report 2024
Source-This post on Global Hepatitis Report 2024 is based on the article “Why is there a WHO alert on viral hepatitis?” published in “The Hindu” on 15th April 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) released the Global Hepatitis Report 2024. About Global Hepatitis Report 2024 1. According to the report, this disease is… Continue reading Global Hepatitis Report 2024
Volcanic Vortex Rings
Source-This post on Volcanic Vortex Rings is based on the article “A Sicilian volcano is blowing smoke rings in the sky. What are volcanic vortex rings?” published in “Indian Express” on 12th April 2024. Why in the News? Mount Etna has been producing a volcanic vortex ring which has captivated scientists. About volcanic vortex ring… Continue reading Volcanic Vortex Rings
Doxxing
Source– This post Doxxing is based on the article “What is doxxing and what measures can you take if it happens to you?” published in “The Hindu” on 15th April 2024. Why in the News? Recently, there has been a rise in cases of doxxing. About doxxing 1. Doxxing is a form of online harassment… Continue reading Doxxing
Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) Weapon System
Source-This post on Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) Weapon System is based on the article “DRDO & Indian Army conduct successful trials of indigenous Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile Weapon System” published in “PIB” on 14th April 2024. Why in the News? Recently, DRDO & Indian Army conducted successful trials of indigenous Man Portable Anti-tank… Continue reading Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) Weapon System
Fort Emmanuel
Source– This post is based on the article “Fort’ in Fort Kochi cries for conservation” published in “The Hindu” on 15th April 2024. Why in the News? Historians are exploring measures to preserve the laterite-brick remains of Fort Emmanuel, which the Portuguese constructed along the beachfront in 1503. About Fort Emmanuel 1. Fort Emmanuel was built… Continue reading Fort Emmanuel
Iran-Israel Conflict and India’s stake- Explained Pointwise
The recent escalation of the Iran-Israel conflict has put India’s stake in the West Asian region in danger. Iran launched hundreds of drones and cruise missiles towards Israel in response to the strike in Iranian diplomatic building in Syrian capital of Damascus on April 1, which killed a senior member of the Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary… Continue reading Iran-Israel Conflict and India’s stake- Explained Pointwise
[UPSC Interview 2023] – Transcript #187: lt.Gen Raj Shukla Board, Sociology Optional, Kerala Home State
Date of Interview: 6th march, 2024 AF(3rd to go) Board: lt.Gen Raj Shukla sir Optional: Sociology Home State: Kerala Daf key words: supply chain mgmt, ayurveda, engineering, sociology, kerala Environment of room: extra large office, chair sitting 10-15 ft apart, 4 other members sitting at a distance from me. 2 female and 2 male To… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2023] – Transcript #187: lt.Gen Raj Shukla Board, Sociology Optional, Kerala Home State
XYZ Ishita kishori
1. Who is Ishita Kishore? Ishita Kishore, a 2017 graduate in economics from Delhi University’s prestigious Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), aced the highly competitive Civil Services Exam 2022, securing an All India Rank (AIR) 1. The UPSC announced the results on May 23, 2023. Prior to her civil service aspirations, Ishita honed her… Continue reading XYZ Ishita kishori
[UPSC Interview 2023] – Transcript #186: Dinesh Dasa Board, Geography Optional, Kerala Home State
Date of Interview: 8/3/2024, 3rd to go Board: Dinesh Dasa Optional: Geography Home State: Kerala Kerala, Physics(H), Geography optional, Delhi university To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2023, visit this page Chairman How did you come to Delhi? 2.Why Miranda & Delhi University? Do you think Miranda played an important role in you sitting here? Why… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2023] – Transcript #186: Dinesh Dasa Board, Geography Optional, Kerala Home State
