Source: The post on digitization of health records in India is based on the article “Express View on ICMR leak: Plug the breach” published in “The Indian Express” on 19th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 – Internal Security – Cyber Security News: Recently, personal details of more than 80 crore people including Aadhaar and phone numbers, passport details,… Continue reading Issues associated with digitization of health records in India
India’s Polar Expeditions in Arctic and Antarctic – Explained Pointwise
India’s polar expeditions into the Arctic and Antarctic signify the nation’s dedication to scientific research, environmental studies, and geopolitical interests in these remote regions. However, they encounter formidable challenges— such as extreme climates and logistical hurdles. Despite these obstacles, India has shown resolve in advancing polar research, fostering innovative technologies, international collaborations, and gathering deep… Continue reading India’s Polar Expeditions in Arctic and Antarctic – Explained Pointwise
Provisions for Conservation of Marine Species
Source: The post is based on the article “Provisions for Conservation of Marine Species” published in “PIB” on 18th December 2023 Why in the News? The Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change has informed Lok Sabha about the measures taken for the conservation of marine species. What are the steps taken… Continue reading Provisions for Conservation of Marine Species
Rules for Suspension of MPs – 78 Opposition MPs suspended
Source: The post on Rules for Suspension of MPs is based on the article “78 Opposition MPs suspended, most ever in a day: Why this happened, what Parliament rules say” published in “Indian Express” on 19th December 2023 Why in the News? 78 Opposition MPs from Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha have been suspended for… Continue reading Rules for Suspension of MPs – 78 Opposition MPs suspended
Recent Initiatives for faster Coal Movement
Source: The post is based on the article “Recent Initiatives for faster Coal Movement” published in “PIB” on 18th December 2023. Why in the News? The Union Minister of Coal has informed Lok Sabha about the initiatives taken for the faster movement of Coal. What are the steps taken for the faster movement of coal?… Continue reading Recent Initiatives for faster Coal Movement
India achieves two targets of Nationally Determined Contribution well ahead of the time
Source: The post is based on the article “India achieves two targets of Nationally Determined Contribution well ahead of the time” published in “PIB” on 18th December 2023 Why in the News? India has achieved its two initial Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) Targets well ahead of time. What is a Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC)? 1)… Continue reading India achieves two targets of Nationally Determined Contribution well ahead of the time
India’s First Winter Arctic Expedition
Source– This post is based on the article “RRI Bengaluru to participate in first winter Indian expedition to Arctic region” published in “The Hindu” on 18th December 2023. Why in the News? India has launched its first winter expedition to arctic region. The team from Raman Research Institute(RRI) was chosen as the initial group of… Continue reading India’s First Winter Arctic Expedition
The Telecommunications Bill 2023
Source- This post on Telecommunications Bill 2023 is based on the article “Omnibus Telecom Bill introduced in LS to replace 138-year old law; allows interception, right of way, spectrum harmonisation” published in “The Hindu” on 18th December 2023. Why in the News? The Telecommunications Bill, 2023 seeks to substitute the Indian Telegraph Act 1885, the… Continue reading The Telecommunications Bill 2023
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 18th, 2023
Dear Friends, Following are answers to Mains Marathon questions, we posted yesterday. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. Every morning, we post 2 questions are based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam.… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I December 18th, 2023
[Questions] Mains Marathon I Mains Answer Writing I December 19th, 2023
Good Morning Friends, Following are today’s 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. Every morning, we post 2-3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam. Write… Continue reading [Questions] Mains Marathon I Mains Answer Writing I December 19th, 2023
