Source-This post on Oceanic Niño Index has been created based on the article ” Two reasons why food inflation may soften in the months ahead” published in “The Indian Express” on 9 April 2024. Why in the news? The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has predicted that there is a 83% chance that… Continue reading Oceanic Niño Index
Funding Winter
Source– This post on Funding Winter has been created based on the article “Bets from big global VC firms fall 80% in India in 2023 amid funding winter” published in “The Business Standards” on 9 April 2024. Why in the news? Investments from large foreign investors in Indian startups has declined by 80% in 2023.… Continue reading Funding Winter
SC Ruling on right against Climate Change- Explained Pointwise
Supreme Court (SC) in its latest judgement has recognised the right against the adverse effects of climate change as a distinct fundamental right in the Constitution. SC held that the right against adverse impact of climate change is intertwined with the right to life (Art 21) and right to equality (Art 14) that are embedded… Continue reading SC Ruling on right against Climate Change- Explained Pointwise
Electronic Trading Platforms (ETP)
Source– This post on Electronic Trading Platforms (ETP) is based on the article “Unauthorised FX platforms: Need enhanced vigilance by banks” published in “The Hindu” on 9th April 2024. Why in the News? Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor has raised concerns over unauthorised Electronic Trading Platforms (such as forex trading platforms) and has asked… Continue reading Electronic Trading Platforms (ETP)
Glycaemic index (GI)
Source– This post on Glycaemic index is based on the article “Strong link between high glycaemic index diet and diabetes, says study” published in “The Hindu” on 9th April 2024. Why in the News? Recently a study has found that consuming low glycaemic index diets might prevent the development of type 2 diabetes. About Glycemic… Continue reading Glycaemic index (GI)
Functioning of Mosquito bat
Source– This post on Functioning of Mosquito Bat is based on the article “Understanding the science behind the functioning of a mosquito bat” published in “The Hindu” on 9th April 2024. Why in the News? The following article explains the functioning of mosquito bats. How Mosquito bat works 1. Structure and Function: There are three metal… Continue reading Functioning of Mosquito bat
CISO Deep-Dive training programme
Source– This post on ‘Cyber Surakshit Bharat’ initiative is based on the article “NeGD, MeitY organises 43rd Batch of Chief Information Security Officers’ Deep Dive Training Programme from today under Cyber Surakshit Bharat Initiative” published in “The Hindu” on 9th April 2024. Why in the News? The National e-Governance Division (NeGD), under its Capacity Building… Continue reading CISO Deep-Dive training programme
NBFC co lending book
Source– This post on NBFC co lending is based on the article “NBFCs’ co-lending book set to touch Rs 1 lakh crore’” published in “The Indian express” on 9th April 2024. Why in the News? The co-lending book of non-banking finance companies (NBFCs) is projected to hit Rs one lakh crore by June 2024 as per CRISIL Ratings.… Continue reading NBFC co lending book
Red Book – Indian Economy book for UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam by ForumIAS – 2024 Edition
Economic policies of any country are the major deciding factors behind the economic development and socio-economic condition of its citizens. Civil services of India are the brain behind all such policies. Therefore, UPSC expects from candidates, a good command over the economic concepts and challenges, faced by India. From UPSC exam viewpoint, economy is a… Continue reading Red Book – Indian Economy book for UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam by ForumIAS – 2024 Edition
[Download] Mains Marathon Weekly Compilation – April, 2024 – 1st week
Hello everyone, We are posting Mains Marathon Weekly Compilation for the month of April 2024 – First week. Click on the following link to download Download About Mains Marathon Daily Mains Marathon is focused on UPSC Mains 2024. Under this initiative, we post, daily 2 articles, based on the provided weekly schedule. For More such… Continue reading [Download] Mains Marathon Weekly Compilation – April, 2024 – 1st week
