Source: The post is based on the article “Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP): NITI Aayog releases the 1st Delta Ranking of ABP” published in “PIB” on 7th December 2023 Why in the News? NITI Aayog has released the first Delta Ranking of the Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP). Note- It has also released the Aspirational District Programme… Continue reading Aspirational Blocks Programme (ABP): NITI Aayog releases the 1st Delta Ranking of ABP
Lok Sabha Rules for Visitors’ Entry
Source: The post is based on the article “What helped two men dodge layers of security inside Parliament House” published in “Indian Express” on 14th December 2023 Why in the News? Recently, two persons visiting the Parliament jumped into the Lok Sabha chamber from the visitor’s gallery and opened canisters that emitted yellow smoke. What… Continue reading Lok Sabha Rules for Visitors’ Entry
COP 28 Outcomes and Shortcomings- Explained Pointwise+ Infographics
Recently, Conference of Parties 28 (COP 28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was concluded in Dubai, UAE. The COP 28 climate meeting delivered some important outcomes. However, like all previous COPs, it still remained an underachiever, particularly in galvanising more ambitious climate action in the immediate term. Table of Contents… Continue reading COP 28 Outcomes and Shortcomings- Explained Pointwise+ Infographics
New Delhi Declaration on Artificial Intelligence Adopted
Source: The post is based on the article “New Delhi Declaration on Artificial Intelligence adopted” published in “The Hindu” on 14th December 2023 Why in the News? The New Delhi Declaration has been adopted at the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit. It is being hosted by India at the Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.… Continue reading New Delhi Declaration on Artificial Intelligence Adopted
WHO Global Status Report on Road Safety 2023 – Road fatalities rise in India, despite global drop
Source: The post is based on the article “Global Status Report on Road Safety 2023: Road fatalities rise in India, despite global drop” published in “The Hindu” on 14th December 2023 Why in the News? Recently, the Global Status Report on Road Safety 2023 has been released. What is the Global Status Report on Road… Continue reading WHO Global Status Report on Road Safety 2023 – Road fatalities rise in India, despite global drop
Global River Cities Alliance (GRCA) Launched at COP28
Source- This post is based on the article “NMCG Launches Global River Cities Alliance at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai” published in “PIB” on 12th December 2023. Why in the News? The Global River Cities Alliance (GRCA), led by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), was launched at COP28 in Dubai.… Continue reading Global River Cities Alliance (GRCA) Launched at COP28
AKTOCYTE tablets – Revolutionizing Cancer Care + Infographic
Source– This post is based on the article “Breakthrough Nutraceutical ‘AKTOCYTE’ by the Department of Atomic Energy Set to Transform Cancer Care” published in “PIB” on 13th December 2023. Why in the News? AKTOCYTE tablets have been granted approval by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). What are AKTOCYTE tablets? Specifications Details… Continue reading AKTOCYTE tablets – Revolutionizing Cancer Care + Infographic
Vulnerability to climate change induced health issues
Source– This post is based on the article “Indians vulnerable to climate change-induced health issues” published in “The Hindu” on 14th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently, a research paper has highlighted the vulnerability of Indians to climate change-induced health issues. What are the Findings of the Study? The study focused on measuring district-level exposures,… Continue reading Vulnerability to climate change induced health issues
RBI’s Cloud Facility for Financial Sector
Source – This post is based on the article “RBI to offer cloud storage services as part of digital public infrastructure” published in “The Indian Express” on 8th December 2023. Why in the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is working on establishing a cloud facility for the financial sector in India. What is… Continue reading RBI’s Cloud Facility for Financial Sector
[Download] Mains Marathon Weekly Compilation – December, 2023 – 1st week
Hello everyone, We are posting a compilation of Mains Marathon for the month of December 2023 – First week. Click on the following link to download Download About Mains Marathon Daily Mains Marathon is focused on UPSC Mains 2023. Under this initiative, we post, daily 2 articles, based on the provided weekly schedule. For More… Continue reading [Download] Mains Marathon Weekly Compilation – December, 2023 – 1st week
