Dear Friends, We have initiated some changes in the 9 PM Brief and other postings related to current affairs. What we sought to do: Ensure that all relevant facts, data, and arguments from today’s newspaper are readily available to you. We have widened the sources to provide you with content that is more than… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – January 6th, 2024
PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI) Scheme
Source– This post is based on the article “Cabinet approves overarching scheme “PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI)” of the Ministry of Earth Sciences” published in “PIB” on 5th January 2024. Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the “PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI)” scheme. The scheme will be implemented from 2021-26 with a total cost of Rs.… Continue reading PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI) Scheme
Navy thwarts hijacking attempt in Arabian Sea
Source- This post is based on the article “Navy thwarts hijacking attempt in Arabian Sea” published in “The Hindu” on 5th January 2024. Why in the News? Indian Navy Marine Commandos (MARCOS) successfully thwarted a hijacking attempt in the North Arabian Sea, ensuring the safe evacuation of all 21 crew members, including 15 Indians, from… Continue reading Navy thwarts hijacking attempt in Arabian Sea
High-frequency waves detected in the Martian Upper Atmosphere
Source- This post is based on the article “High-frequency waves detected in the Martian Upper Atmosphere could help understand plasma processes over Mars” published in “PIB” on 5th January 2024. Why in the News? Scientists have detected high-frequency plasma waves in the upper atmosphere of Mars, offering valuable insights into the plasma processes within the… Continue reading High-frequency waves detected in the Martian Upper Atmosphere
Direct-to-mobile technology(D2M)
Source- This post is based on the article “Direct-to-mobile tech: DoT arm flags adoption hurdles” published in “Financial Express” on 3rd January 2024. Why in the News? The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has identified challenges in implementing direct-to-mobile (D2M) technology which could allow streaming TV content directly to phones without an internet connection. What is… Continue reading Direct-to-mobile technology(D2M)
ISRO successfully tests Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell on PSLV-C58’s orbital platform POEM3
Source- This post is based on the article “ISRO successfully tests Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell on PSLV-C58’s orbital platform POEM3” published in “The Hindu” on 5th January 2024. Why in the News? ISRO successfully tested a 100 W Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell Power System (FCPS) on the orbital platform POEM3, which was launched… Continue reading ISRO successfully tests Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell on PSLV-C58’s orbital platform POEM3
India’s space mission plan for 2024- Space research: Glory and beyond
Source: The post Post-Graduate Medical Education Regulations, 2023 has been created, based on the article “Space research: Glory and beyond” published in “Business standard” on 6th January 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS paper2-Science and Technology- Space News: The article discusses India’s advancements in space research, including its solar observatory Aditya-L1 and other missions planned for… Continue reading India’s space mission plan for 2024- Space research: Glory and beyond
Piracy in Arabian Sea – Explained Pointwise
Recently, marine commandos (MARCOS) of the Indian Navy thwarted a hijacking attempt in the North Arabian Sea. They managed to secure and safely evacuate the 21 crew members, including 15 Indians, from the merchant vessel Lila Norfolk. This incident has brought to attention the issue of Piracy in Arabian Sea. Table of Contents What are the… Continue reading Piracy in Arabian Sea – Explained Pointwise
Post-Graduate Medical Education Regulations, 2023
Source: The post Post-Graduate Medical Education Regulations, 2023 has been created, based on the article “Key concerns not addressed in new PG medical education regulations, say doctors” published in “The Hindu” on 6th January 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS 2- governance- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education. News:… Continue reading Post-Graduate Medical Education Regulations, 2023
Conservation efforts at India’s Corbett Tiger Reserve – Revival of the tiger: A joint effort, a cultural renaissance
Source: The post conservation efforts at India’s Corbett Tiger Reserve has been created, based on the article “Revival of the tiger: A joint effort, a cultural renaissance” published in “Indian express” on 6th January 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS paper 3- ecology and environment- Conservation News: The article highlights the successful conservation efforts at India’s… Continue reading Conservation efforts at India’s Corbett Tiger Reserve – Revival of the tiger: A joint effort, a cultural renaissance
