Solar Panels to have Star Label indicating Quality and Energy Efficiency, Programme to be voluntary for first two years

Source: The post is based on the article “Solar Panels to have Star Label indicating Quality and Energy Efficiency, Programme to be voluntary for first two years” published in “PIB” on 21st October 2023 What is the News? The Government has launched the Standards & Labelling Programme for solar panels.  What is the Standards &… Continue reading Solar Panels to have Star Label indicating Quality and Energy Efficiency, Programme to be voluntary for first two years

Gaganyaan Mission: ISRO is set for first test flight

Source: The post is based on the article “Gaganyaan Mission: ISRO is set for first test flight” published in “The Hindu” on 21st October 2023 What is the News? The Indian Space Research Organisation(ISRO) has launched Gaganyaan’s first Flight Test Vehicle Abort Mission-1(TV-D1). What is Flight Test Vehicle Abort Mission-1(TV-D1)? Flight Test Vehicle Abort Mission… Continue reading Gaganyaan Mission: ISRO is set for first test flight

As part of ‘Meri Maati, Mera Desh’, Railways plans special trains

Source: The post is based on the article “As part of ‘Meri Maati, Mera Desh’, Railways plans special trains” published in “The Hindu” on 21st October 2023 What is the News? Indian Railways will run special trains on October 29 to carry volunteers with soil (mitti) from different parts of the country to New Delhi.… Continue reading As part of ‘Meri Maati, Mera Desh’, Railways plans special trains

SC: The way Centre approves collegium picks ‘troublesome’

Source: The post is based on the article “SC: The way Centre approves collegium picks troublesome” published in “TOI” on 21st October 2023 What is the News? The Supreme Court has cautioned the Union government against a “pick and choose” approach in matters of judicial appointments. Background:  In 2021, the Supreme Court had expressed concerns… Continue reading SC: The way Centre approves collegium picks ‘troublesome’

Mid-Planning Conference For Multilateral Naval Exercise (MILAN) – 24

Source: The post is based on the article “Mid-Planning Conference For Multilateral Naval Exercise (MILAN) – 24” published in “PIB” on 21st October 2023 What is the News? The Mid Planning Conference (MPC) of MILAN 24 (Multilateral Naval Exercise – 2024) was hosted by the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam. What is Exercise MILAN? Type: Biennial… Continue reading Mid-Planning Conference For Multilateral Naval Exercise (MILAN) – 24

Scientists reveal source of most powerful marsquake in history

Source: The post is based on the article “Scientists reveal source of most powerful marsquake in history” published in “Indian Express” on 20th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Marsquakes?3 Who detected Marsquakes on Mars?4 What caused Marsquakes on Mars according to the study? What is the News? Scientists have found out… Continue reading Scientists reveal source of most powerful marsquake in history

[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I October 20th, 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 October 20th, 2023

[Questions] Mains Marathon I Mains Answer Writing I October 21st, 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 October 21st, 2023

Must Read Current Affairs Articles – Oct 21st 2023

About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – Oct 21st 2023

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