Source: The post is based on the article “New technology for retrofitting non-earthquake-resistant buildings can prevent major damage in old settlement” published in PIB on 26th October 2022 What is the News? Researchers have found a solution for retrofitting old non-earthquake-resistant buildings with a technology that can prevent major damage to such buildings from earthquakes… Continue reading New technology for retrofitting non-earthquake-resistant buildings can prevent major damage in old settlement
Explained | The FM’s call for industrial investment
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained | The FM’s call for industrial investment” published in The Hindu on 27th October 2022 What is the News? The Finance Minister has recently asked captains of the industry what was holding them back from investing in manufacturing. Why did the Finance Minister say about industrial… Continue reading Explained | The FM’s call for industrial investment
Bats evicted from prehistoric Manipur cave for tourism: Study
Source: The post is based on the article “Bats evicted from prehistoric Manipur cave for tourism: Study” published in The Hindu on 27th October 2022 What is the News? According to a study by researchers, a colony of bats were evicted from Khangkhui cave in Manipur to make it tourist-friendly. About Khangkhui Cave Khangkhui is… Continue reading Bats evicted from prehistoric Manipur cave for tourism: Study
In a first, UNSC’s Counter Terrorism Committee to meet in India this week
Source: The post is based on the article “In a first, UNSC’s Counter Terrorism Committee to meet in India this week” published in Indian Express on 27th October 2022 What is the News? India is hosting a special meeting of the United Nations Security Council’s Counter Terrorism Committee(CTC). What is Counter-Terrorism Committee(CTC)? The Counter-Terrorism Committee(CTC)… Continue reading In a first, UNSC’s Counter Terrorism Committee to meet in India this week
Antitrust cases against Google, how regulator decided fine
Source: The post is based on the article “Antitrust cases against Google, how regulator decided fine” published in Indian Express on 27th October 2022 What is the News? Competition Commission of India(CCI) has fined Google twice — for abusing its dominant position in the market with its Android mobile operating system(OS) and for anti-competitive policies… Continue reading Antitrust cases against Google, how regulator decided fine
AAP wants Lakshmi-Ganesh on currency: who designs rupee notes, and how?
Source: The post is based on the article “AAP wants Lakshmi-Ganesh on currency: who designs rupee notes, and how?” published in Indian Express on 27th October 2022 What is the News? Delhi Chief Minister has appealed to the Union government to print images of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh on new currency notes for the… Continue reading AAP wants Lakshmi-Ganesh on currency: who designs rupee notes, and how?
Two more Indian Beaches enter the coveted list of Blue Beaches
Source: The post is based on the article “Two more Indian Beaches enter the coveted list of Blue Beaches” published in PIB on 26th October 2022 What is the News? Blue Flag Certification has been accorded to two new Indian beaches – Minicoy Thundi Beach and Kadmat Beach- both in Lakshadweep. This takes the number… Continue reading Two more Indian Beaches enter the coveted list of Blue Beaches
ISRO to boost NavIC, widen user base of location system
Source: The post is based on the article “ISRO to boost NavIC, widen user base of location system” published in The Hindu on 27th October 2022 What is the News? At the India Space Congress, the Indian Space Research Organisation(ISRO) has revealed its plans to expand the reach of NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) beyond… Continue reading ISRO to boost NavIC, widen user base of location system
Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee approves commercial cultivation of genetically modified mustard yet again
Source: The post is based on the following articles “Years after Bt cotton, GEAC clears environmental release of GM mustard” published in Business Standard on 26th October 2022 “Understanding GM mustard: what is it, and how has it been achieved?” published in Indian Express on 27th October 2022 “Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee approves commercial cultivation… Continue reading Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee approves commercial cultivation of genetically modified mustard yet again
The overvalued rupee: Managing exchange rate volatility and forex reserves
Source– The post is based on the article “The overvalued rupee: Managing exchange rate volatility and forex reserves” published in the Business Standard on 27th October 2022. Syllabus: GS3- Indian Economy Relevance– External economy News- The article explains the need for higher foreign reserves for India. What factors explain the need for higher foreign reserves?… Continue reading The overvalued rupee: Managing exchange rate volatility and forex reserves
