Source: The post is based on the article “Coal-fired projects back on, mega lithium battery storage push in new power policy blueprint” published in Indian Express on 3rd April 2023 What is the News? The National Electricity Plan (NEP) 2022-27 has been rolled out which marks a discernible reversal in the policy thrust from its… Continue reading National Electricity Plan 2022-27: Coal-fired projects back on, mega lithium battery storage push in new power policy blueprint
CDC concerned about drug-resistant bacteria strain allegedly linked to eye-drops imported from India
Source: The post is based on the article “CDC concerned about drug-resistant bacteria strain allegedly linked to eye-drops imported from India” published in The Hindu on 4th April 2023 What is the News? The Centers for Disease Control(CDC) has warned people to stop using “artificial tear” eye drops sold by EzriCare. What are EzriCare Eye… Continue reading CDC concerned about drug-resistant bacteria strain allegedly linked to eye-drops imported from India
China announces ‘renaming’ of 11 places in Arunachal Pradesh, including one close to Itanagar
Source: The post is based on the article “China announces ‘renaming’ of 11 places in Arunachal Pradesh, including one close to Itanagar” published in The Hindu on 4th April 2023 What is the News? China has announced new names of another 11 locations in Arunachal Pradesh. This is the third set of names announced by… Continue reading China announces ‘renaming’ of 11 places in Arunachal Pradesh, including one close to Itanagar
India’s New Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) and its significance – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The new Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) document for India was just released. It focuses on improving certain processes and procedures to increase exports and lower transaction costs. The new FTP also emphasises a move towards processes that make trade easier and a focus on infrastructure for both manufacturing and services.… Continue reading India’s New Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) and its significance – Explained, pointwise
Arctic scientists race to preserve ‘ice memory’
Source: The post is based on the article “Arctic scientists race to preserve ‘ice memory” published in The Hindu on 3rd April 2023 What is the News? Arctic scientists are set to start drilling to save samples of ancient ice for analysis before the frozen layers melt away due to climate change. What is the… Continue reading Arctic scientists race to preserve ‘ice memory’
Concerns associated with World Happiness Report: Their Blindness To Our Happiness
Source: The post is based on the article “Their Blindness To Our Happiness” published in The Times of India on 4th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 2: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. Relevance: About concerns associated with World Happiness Report. News: The World Happiness Report was released recently. It has ranked India 126 out… Continue reading Concerns associated with World Happiness Report: Their Blindness To Our Happiness
Slower pace of state capex raises questions over extent to which public sector can drive economic momentum
Source: The post is based on the article “Slower pace of state capex raises questions over extent to which public sector can drive economic momentum” published in the Indian Express on 4th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources Relevance: About data on government finances. News: Recently, the Controller… Continue reading Slower pace of state capex raises questions over extent to which public sector can drive economic momentum
Join ForumIAS GS Foundation 2024 to begin your journey towards success in UPSC CSE
Dear CSE Aspirant, Greetings from ForumIAS Academy! We understand that the journey towards success in UPSC CSE is not an easy one, but we are here to help you achieve your dream of becoming an IAS officer. It is said that “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage… Continue reading Join ForumIAS GS Foundation 2024 to begin your journey towards success in UPSC CSE
[UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #204 : Smita Nagraj Board
Date of Interview: 13.03.2023, 3rd to go. 30-35 mins Forenoon. Board: Smita Nagraj Mam Background: BTech, Cloud, Cybersecurity To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2022, visit this page Chairman What are the issues for inequality in different regions of your state? Why is there a governance deficit? Should we force development on indigenous communities? In… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #204 : Smita Nagraj Board
Oil production cut: Oil must not get to spoil economic expectations
Source: The post is based on the article “Oil must not get to spoil economic expectations” published in the Livemint on 4th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources Relevance: About Oil production cut. News: Recently, the OPEC+ members declared a plan to cut an oil production output of… Continue reading Oil production cut: Oil must not get to spoil economic expectations
