Source: The post is based on the article “Even when women are breadwinners, they continue to shoulder bulk of domestic responsibilities” published in The Indian Express on 16th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Issues Associated with Women Relevance: problems faced by women in managing work and household responsibilities. News: The article discusses the findings of Women… Continue reading Even when women are breadwinners, they continue to shoulder bulk of domestic responsibilities
Measuring India’s manufacturing sector remains a data challenge
Source: The post is based on the article “Measuring India’s manufacturing sector remains a data challenge” published in Live Mint on 16th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Growth & Development, Infrastructure Relevance: concerns associated with the calculations of MCA21 News: The article discusses the advantages and limitations of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) 21 data-set.… Continue reading Measuring India’s manufacturing sector remains a data challenge
MNRE announces major reforms in the Approved List of Models and Manufactures for Solar Photovoltaic Modules
Source: The post is based on the article “MNRE announces major reforms in the Approved List of Models and Manufactures for Solar Photovoltaic Modules” published in PIB on 15th May 2023 What is the News? The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has come up with a number of reforms in its Approved List… Continue reading MNRE announces major reforms in the Approved List of Models and Manufactures for Solar Photovoltaic Modules
Railways gets on track to overhaul signage system
Source: The post is based on the article “Railways gets on track to overhaul signage system” published in The Hindu on 16th May 2023 What is the News? Indian Railways is set to introduce uniform signages at all stations across the country, ensuring a consistent and easy-to-understand system for passengers. The move is part of… Continue reading Railways gets on track to overhaul signage system
Centre faces tough choice as Taliban pick a new Ambassador for Delhi
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre faces tough choice as Taliban pick a new Ambassador for Delhi” published in The Hindu on 16th May 2023 What is the News? The Taliban Government has recalled the current Afghan Ambassador to India and appointed a new ambassador. This has presented a complex situation for… Continue reading Centre faces tough choice as Taliban pick a new Ambassador for Delhi
UNFF18: Sustainable forest management takes centre stage
Source: The post is based on the article “UNFF18: Sustainable forest management takes centre stage” published in Down To Earth on 16th May 2023 What is the News? The eighteenth session of the United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF18) was held in New York recently. What is the United Nations Forum on Forests(UNFF)? The United… Continue reading UNFF18: Sustainable forest management takes centre stage
Eretmoptera murphyi: How the invasion of a tiny insect is altering Antarctica’s soil & its ecosystem
Source: The post is based on the article “How the invasion of a tiny insect is altering Antarctica’s soil & its ecosystem” published in Down To Earth on 16th May 2023 What is the News? According to a study by the British Antarctic Survey (BAS), a tiny flightless midge (small fly) “Eretmoptera murphyi” that has… Continue reading Eretmoptera murphyi: How the invasion of a tiny insect is altering Antarctica’s soil & its ecosystem
Donanemab: The New Alzheimer’s Drug
Source: The post is based on the article “The New Alzheimer’s Drug” published in The Hindu on 16th May 2023 What is the News? A second drug named “Donanemab” has been found effective in checking cognitive decline in people with early Alzheimer’s disease. What is Alzheimer Disease? Click Here to read An estimate suggests that… Continue reading Donanemab: The New Alzheimer’s Drug
Reduce, Recycle and Reuse(RRR) Centres: One-stop centres for zero waste to be launched in cities
Source: The post is based on the article “One-stop centres for zero waste to be launched in cities” published in The Hindu on 16th May 2023 What is the News? The Central Government will soon launch one-stop centres called “Reduce, Recycle and Reuse” where citizens can deposit old clothes, shoes, books, toys and plastic that… Continue reading Reduce, Recycle and Reuse(RRR) Centres: One-stop centres for zero waste to be launched in cities
Planely Evident – India needs a cross-border insolvency framework soon as supply chains are global
Source: The post is based on the article “Planely Evident – India needs a cross-border insolvency framework soon as supply chains are global” published in The Times of India on 16th May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. Relevance: About cross-border insolvency framework. News: India’s aviation industry is dependent… Continue reading Planely Evident – India needs a cross-border insolvency framework soon as supply chains are global
