Source: The post is based on the article “2D nanoflakes of material extracted from iron ore can protect sensitive optical equipment from light-induced damage” published in PIB on 27th July 2023 What is the News? Researchers in India have developed a new and highly efficient optical limiter using a novel 2D material, ‘hematene’. They found… Continue reading 2D nanoflakes of material extracted from iron ore can protect sensitive optical equipment from light-induced damage
Why trade unions in Kerala are opposing Centre’s power sector revamp scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Why trade unions in Kerala are opposing Centre’s power sector revamp scheme” published in Indian Express on 27th July 2023 What is the News? The Kerala government is facing trouble over the Centre’s Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS). What is Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme(RDSS)? Government of India… Continue reading Why trade unions in Kerala are opposing Centre’s power sector revamp scheme
UNESCO endorses banning smartphones in schools
Source: The post is based on the article “UNESCO endorses banning smartphones in schools” published in The Hindu on 27th July 2023 What is the News? The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has released its Global Education Monitoring Report,2023 titled “Technology in education: a tool on whose terms?”. What are the key… Continue reading UNESCO endorses banning smartphones in schools
Nature inspires breakthrough achievement: Hazard-free production of fluorochemicals
Source: The post is based on the article “Nature inspires breakthrough achievement: Hazard-free production of fluorochemicals” published in Phys.org on 20th July 2023 What is the News? Researchers at the University of Oxford have achieved a groundbreaking breakthrough by developing a new technique to produce fluorochemicals without using hazardous hydrogen fluoride (HF) gas What are… Continue reading Nature inspires breakthrough achievement: Hazard-free production of fluorochemicals
SEBI chief says instant settlement of trades in the works: What does it mean, and how will investors benefit?
Source: The post is based on the article “SEBI chief says instant settlement of trades in the works: What does it mean, and how will investors benefit?” published in Indian Express on 25th July 2023. What is the News? The Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) Chief has said that he is working on real-time… Continue reading SEBI chief says instant settlement of trades in the works: What does it mean, and how will investors benefit?
Technology will boost the role of MSMEs in India’s export success
Source: The post is based on the article “Technology will boost the role of MSMEs in India’s export success” published in Mint on 27th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy – Industrial Policy Relevance: measures needed to boost MSMEs News: Several discussions about technology took place during Prime Minister’s recent visit to the United States. What… Continue reading Technology will boost the role of MSMEs in India’s export success
Elusive quest for semiconductor self-sufficiency
Source: The post is based on an article “Elusive quest for semiconductor self-sufficiency” published in Mint on 27th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy – Industrial Policy Relevance: concerns associated with semiconductor industry in India News: The demand for semiconductors is increasing exponentially. Countries are now focusing on self-reliance for accessing semiconductors due to pandemic-related supply disruptions… Continue reading Elusive quest for semiconductor self-sufficiency
What is a no confidence motion?
Source– The post is based on the article “What is a no confidence motion?” published in “The Indian Express” on 27th July 2023. “A Parliament floor test would serve democracy” published in “Livemint” on 27th July 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Parliament- Conduct of Business Relevance: Parliamentary procedures News- Recently, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla accepted the… Continue reading What is a no confidence motion?
BYDing Time – on India’s decision to reject Chinese companys’ investment
Source– The post is based on the article “BYDing Time” published in “The Times of India” on 27th July 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral groupings and agreements Relevance: India and China bilateral relationship News- Indian government has decided to reject Chinese EV giant BYD’s $1 billion investment plan for a car and battery manufacturing plant. What… Continue reading BYDing Time – on India’s decision to reject Chinese companys’ investment
The changing contours of Delhi
Source: The post is based on the article “The changing contours of Delhi” published in “The Hindu” on 27th July 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment. News: In this article author discusses India’s economic development challenges, especially in the Delhi-NCR region, which has become… Continue reading The changing contours of Delhi
