Source– The post is based on the article “The new normal in the Indo-Pacific contestation” published in The Hindu on 21st December 2022. Syllabus: GS2- International relations Relevance– Indo-pacific News– The article explains the changes in the strategic scenario of the Indo-pacific. It also explains the future of geopolitics in this region. What are the… Continue reading The new normal in the Indo-Pacific contestation
Upholding the autonomy of the Election Commission
Source– The post is based on the article “Upholding the autonomy of the Election Commission” published in The Hindu on 21st December 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Appointment to various constitutional post Relevance– Issues related to free and fair elections News– The article explains the issue of appointment of Election Commissioners. Recently, the Supreme Court of India… Continue reading Upholding the autonomy of the Election Commission
Why the proposal to raise import duties on non-essential items must be abandoned
Source: The post is based on the article “Why the proposal to raise import duties on non-essential items must be abandoned” published in The Indian Express on 21st December 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy Relevance: higher import duty and problems associated with it News: The government is planning to raise import duties on all non-essential items.… Continue reading Why the proposal to raise import duties on non-essential items must be abandoned
The Biodiversity Commitment
Source: The post is based on an article “The Biodiversity Commitment” published in The Indian Express on 21st December 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 – Environment Relevance: Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) News: The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) has been concluded in the Montreal, Canada recently. The Montreal meeting was the 15th edition of this conference also known… Continue reading The Biodiversity Commitment
With 9 new additions, registered Geographical Indications (GI) rise to 432
Source: The post is based on the article “With 9 new additions, registered Geographical Indications (GI) rise to 432” published in AIR on 20th December 2022 What is the News? Nine new items from various states of India such as Gamosa of Assam, Tandur Redgram of Telangana, Raktsey Karpo Apricot of Ladakh, Alibag White Onion… Continue reading With 9 new additions, registered Geographical Indications (GI) rise to 432
Year End Review 2022- Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Source: The post is based on the article “Year End Review 2022- Ministry of New and Renewable Energy” published in PIB on 21st December 2022 What is the News? The Ministry of Minority of New and Renewable Energy has launched several initiatives and schemes in 2022. What are the schemes and initiatives launched by the… Continue reading Year End Review 2022- Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Explained | A new global biodiversity framework
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained | A new global biodiversity framework” published in The Hindu on 21st December 2022 What is the News? The 15th Conference of Parties(COP15) to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity(CBD) adopted the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework(GBF). What is the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework(GBF)? Aim: To address… Continue reading Explained | A new global biodiversity framework
Status of centres of excellence scheme ‘AYURSWASTHYA Yojana’
Source: The post is based on the article “Status of centres of excellence scheme ‘AYURSWASTHYA Yojana’” published in PIB on 20th December 2022 What is the News? Minister of Ayush has informed Rajya Sabha about the AYURSWASTHYA Yojana. What is AYURSWASTHYA Yojana? Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Ayush Type: Central Sector Scheme Merged schemes: This scheme… Continue reading Status of centres of excellence scheme ‘AYURSWASTHYA Yojana’
Fifth Scorpène-class submarine Vagir delivered to Navy
Source: The post is based on the article “Fifth Scorpène-class submarine Vagir delivered to Navy” published in The Hindu on 20th December 2022 What is the News? The fifth Scorpène-class conventional submarine, Vagir was delivered to the Navy by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited(MDL). What is INS Vagir? INS Vagir is the fifth submarine under Project 75… Continue reading Fifth Scorpène-class submarine Vagir delivered to Navy
Explained | How can mRNA vaccines help fight cancer?
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained | How can mRNA vaccines help fight cancer?” published in The Hindu on 20th December 2022 What is the News? The results of a trial of an experimental mRNA (messenger ribonucleic acid) cancer vaccine made by Moderna and MSD (Merck & Co.) taken along with immunotherapy… Continue reading Explained | How can mRNA vaccines help fight cancer?
