Source- This post is based on the article “Square Kilometre Array project, world’s largest radio telescope, and India’s role in it” published in “Deccan Herald” on 3rd January 2024. Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has granted approval for the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project, with a financial sanction of Rs 1,250 crore. What… Continue reading Square Kilometre Array (SKA) Project
RBI clarifies Framework for acceptance of Green Deposits
Source- This post is based on the article “Planning to invest in green deposits? RBI releases latest guidelines to explain key provisions” published in “Live mint” on 1st January 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the RBI released updated guidelines to clarify key provisions related to the RBI’s Green Deposits Framework. What are Green Deposits?… Continue reading RBI clarifies Framework for acceptance of Green Deposits
Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar 2023
Source– This post is based on the article “Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports announced ‘Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar’ 2023” published in “PIB” on 4th January 2024. Why in the News? The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has declared the ‘Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar’ for 2023. The recipients will be honored by the President… Continue reading Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar 2023
[Kurukshetra Summary December 2023] Accelerating Economic Growth in Villages- Explained Pointwise
Accelerating economic growth in Indian villages presents a multifaceted challenge rooted in intricate socio-economic barriers. Despite abundant potential, challenges like inadequate infrastructure, limited access to finance, and low agricultural productivity persist. However, through comprehensive solutions encompassing infrastructure development, agricultural reforms, skill enhancement, and market access, the transformation of rural landscapes becomes feasible. This article highlights… Continue reading [Kurukshetra Summary December 2023] Accelerating Economic Growth in Villages- Explained Pointwise
Wetland City Accreditation: MoEFCC nominates first 3 cities from India
Source- This post is based on the article “Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change submits proposals for Wetland City Accreditation under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands for cities of Indore, Bhopal and Udaipur” published in “PIB” on 4th January 2024. Why in the News? MoEF&CC has nominated Indore (Madhya Pradesh), Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), and… Continue reading Wetland City Accreditation: MoEFCC nominates first 3 cities from India
PRERANA Program
Source- This post is based on the article “Ministry of Education launches PRERANA program” published in “PIB” on 4th January 2024. Why in the News? The Ministry of Education launched ‘Prerana: An Experiential Learning Program’ empowering participants with leadership qualities. What is PRERANA program? Specifications Details What is it? It is a week-long residential program… Continue reading PRERANA Program
[UPSC Interview 2023] – Transcript #12 : Lt Gen Raj Shukla Board, Sociology Optional,
Board: Lt Gen Raj Shukla Sir Optional: Sociology Background: Bcom(h) – DU MA: socio ( IGNOU ) Keyword in DAF – Yamuna , SLUM , Punjabi tappe, journaling, Hindi movie on social issues. To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2023, visit this page Chairman – what work you have done in slum area – Hindi cinema… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2023] – Transcript #12 : Lt Gen Raj Shukla Board, Sociology Optional,
10th century Kadamba Inscription found in Goa
Source– This post is based on the article “10th century Kadamba inscription written in Kannada and Sanskrit found in Goa” published in “The Hindu” on 4th January 2024. Why in news? A 10th century A.D. Kadamba inscription written in Kannada and Sanskrit has been found in Goa. What are the Findings? 1) The Kadamba Inscription has… Continue reading 10th century Kadamba Inscription found in Goa
Researchers engineer plant cells to produce drug for cancer
Sources: This post is based on the article “Researchers engineer plant cells to produce drug for cancer” published in “The Hindu” on 5 January 2024. Why in News? Researchers at the Indian Institutes of Technology Madras and Mandi have metabolically engineered plant cells to increase the production of anti-cancer drug camptothecin (CPT). What was Done… Continue reading Researchers engineer plant cells to produce drug for cancer
[Video] Interview Preparation Strategy 2024 | Tackling DAF related Questions | by Ayush Sinha
Dear Friends, UPSC Interviews for 2023 Civil Services Exam have already been started. In this regard, the candidates might have many doubts linked to their strategy to tackle DAF related questions of panel. Therefore, to clear all such doubts, ForumIAS recently organized a session, Strategize your interview preparation with Ayush Sinha, Founder and Director of… Continue reading [Video] Interview Preparation Strategy 2024 | Tackling DAF related Questions | by Ayush Sinha
