Source: The post is based on the article “Reservation policy need not be followed in appointment of law officers, rules Madras High Court” published in “The Hindu” on 8th December 2023 Why in the News? The Madras High Court has ruled that the rule of reservation need not be followed in the appointment of law… Continue reading Reservation policy need not be followed in appointment of law officers, rules Madras High Court
Lakadong turmeric from Meghalaya gets Geographical Indication tag
Source: The post is based on the article “Lakadong turmeric from Meghalaya gets Geographical Indication tag” published in “Deccan Herald” on 5th December 2023 Why in the News? Meghalaya’s Lakadong turmeric, Garo Dakmanda (traditional dress), Larnai pottery and Garo Chubitchi (alcoholic beverage) has been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. What is Lakadong Turmeric? Specifications… Continue reading Lakadong turmeric from Meghalaya gets Geographical Indication tag
Ethanol Blending: Government Greenlights Ethanol Production from Sugarcane Juice and B-Molasses
Source: This post is based on the article “Centre allows use of sugarcane juice, B-molasses to make ethanol; caps sugar diversion at 17 lakh tonnes in 2023-24” published in “The Hindu” on 16th December 2023. Why in the News? The government lifted the ban on using sugarcane juice for ethanol production, allowing both sugarcane juice… Continue reading Ethanol Blending: Government Greenlights Ethanol Production from Sugarcane Juice and B-Molasses
GNoME: Google DeepMind’s AI breakthrough could revolutionize chip, battery development
Source: The post is based on the article “GNoME: Google DeepMind’s AI breakthrough could revolutionize chip, battery development” published in “Indian Express” on 8th December 2023 Why in the News? Researchers at Google DeepMind have developed a new Deep Learning Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool called GNoME to discover new materials. What is GNoME? GNoME stands… Continue reading GNoME: Google DeepMind’s AI breakthrough could revolutionize chip, battery development
COP28 gets $777mn to fight Neglected Tropical Diseases
Source– This post is based on the article “$777mn Pledged at RLM Forum to Tackle Neglected Tropical Diseases” published in “Emirati Times” on 3rd December 2023. Why in the News? The 2023 Reaching the Last Mile Forum at COP28 has secured over $777 million in pledges to address the growing challenge of neglected tropical diseases… Continue reading COP28 gets $777mn to fight Neglected Tropical Diseases
JT-60SA: World’s biggest nuclear fusion reactor
Source– This post is based on the article “World’s biggest nuclear fusion reactor opens in huge boost for ‘holy grail’ of clean energy” published in “The Independent” on 7th December 2023. Why in the News? JT-60SA, the world’s largest and most advanced nuclear fusion reactor started its official operations in Japan, marking a major milestone… Continue reading JT-60SA: World’s biggest nuclear fusion reactor
Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar Project
Source– This post is based on the article “Ministry of Culture launched Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar Project” published in “PIB” on 7th December 2023. Why in the News? The Ministry of Culture has launched the ‘Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar’ (MGMD) project for cultural mapping and documentation of villages across India. What is Mera Gaon Meri… Continue reading Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar Project
On India-Maldives relations – Maldives: From a beach resort to a worry spot
Source: This post on India-Maldives relations has been created based on the article “Maldives: From a beach resort to a worry spot” published in “Live Mint” on 8th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 International Relations – India and its neighborhood – relations. News: The article discusses the changing dynamics of India-Maldives bilateral… Continue reading On India-Maldives relations – Maldives: From a beach resort to a worry spot
On Fertiliser subsidies – Farm dos and don’ts
Source: This post on Fertiliser subsidies has been created based on the article “Farm dos and don’ts” published in “Indian Express” on 8th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 Agriculture – Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies. News: The article discusses the need and challenges with the rising fertiliser subsidies in… Continue reading On Fertiliser subsidies – Farm dos and don’ts
India’s neighbourhood dilemmas -India’s growing neighbourhood dilemmas
Source: The post India’s neighbourhood dilemmas has been created on the article “India’s growing neighbourhood dilemmas” published in “The Hindu” on 8th December 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS paper 2- International relation- India and its neighbourhood- relations. News: The article discusses India’s difficulties in managing relationships with neighbouring countries in South Asia. It highlights challenges… Continue reading India’s neighbourhood dilemmas -India’s growing neighbourhood dilemmas
