What is the News? The Department of Pharmaceuticals has released ‘Common Guidelines on Pharmaceutical Innovation and Entrepreneurship’ for academic institutions. What are Common Guidelines on Pharmaceutical Innovation and Entrepreneurship? Aim: a) To transform the academic research into innovative and commercially applicable technologies/products; b) To build a strong ecosystem for nurturing creativity and entrepreneurial activities and… Continue reading Department of Pharmaceuticals releases “Common Guidelines on Pharmaceutical Innovation and Entrepreneurship” for academic institutions
WHO estimates 4.7 million COVID-19-linked deaths in India
What is the News? The World Health Organization(WHO) has released a report on the Covid-19 related deaths. What does the WHO say on Covid linked deaths in India? Covid-19 could have killed as many as 47.4 lakh people in India in 2020 and 2021 either directly due to infection or through its indirect impact. Note:… Continue reading WHO estimates 4.7 million COVID-19-linked deaths in India
Fishing Cat: The Soul of the Wetlands
What is the News? A Kolkata based Conservationist has conducted a study on the Fishing Cat, one of the many – smaller cats found in Asia and South-East Asia and among the few that live in wetlands. What is a Fishing Cat? The Fishing Cat(Prionailurus viverrinus) is a medium-sized cat. It is one of the… Continue reading Fishing Cat: The Soul of the Wetlands
Fertility falls, obesity goes up in India , says National Family Health Survey
What is the News? The National Family Health Survey(NFHS-5) Report has highlighted the recent trends in Fertility and Obesity. What is the National Family Health Survey(NFHS)? Read here: National Family Health Survey (NFHS)? What are the key findings of NFHS-5? Total Fertility Rate(TFR): The Total Fertility Rate(TFR), the average number of children per woman, has… Continue reading Fertility falls, obesity goes up in India , says National Family Health Survey
Explained: Why Punjab’s DSR push matters, how much groundwater will it save
Why in the News? Punjab government announced Rs 1,500 incentive per acre for farmers opting for Direct Seeding of Rice (DSR). What is Direct Seeding of Rice(DSR)? Direct seeding is a method under which pre-germinated seeds are directly drilled into the field by a tractor-powered machine. DSR is also called the ‘broadcasting seed technique’. How… Continue reading Explained: Why Punjab’s DSR push matters, how much groundwater will it save
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #135 : RN Choubey Board, Maharashtra Home State, Marathi literature Optional
Date of Interview: 20th April 2022 Board: RN Choubey Sir Optional: Marathi literature Background: E&Tc Engineering SPPU Home State: Maharashtra Hobbies: Reading Marathi fiction, Keeping a gratitude journal(Nothing was asked from here) Interests: Being ascribed to Differently abled persons Service: IDAS To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Chairperson: Similar sentences that he… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #135 : RN Choubey Board, Maharashtra Home State, Marathi literature Optional
The Debate Regarding Abortion – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction An abortion is a medical procedure that ends a pregnancy. It is a basic healthcare need for millions of women, girls and others who can become pregnant. Recently, there were reports in the US newspapers that the US Supreme Court will overturn its landmark Roe vs Wade Judgment (1973). This… Continue reading The Debate Regarding Abortion – Explained, pointwise
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I May 6, 2022
Good Morning Friends, Following are answers to Mains Marathon questions, we posted yesterday. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. Every morning, we post 2 questions are based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I May 6, 2022
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #134 : M Sathiyavathy Board, Anthropology Optional,
Date of Interview: 20/04/22 Board: M Sathiyavathy Ma’am Optional: Anthropology Background: NCC, Mechanical Engineering, Bhavna yog Hobby: Yoga Work Experience: Bajaj Auto Ltd., UPL Limited. Utility of Mocks: Interview etiquette, few themes repeated. To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Chairman: read whole DAF loudly. Compare between Bajaj Auto Ltd. and UPL limited.… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #134 : M Sathiyavathy Board, Anthropology Optional,
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #133 : M Sathyiavathy Board, Kerala Home State, Geography Optional, Sports Hobby
Date of Interview: 22/04/22 Board: M Sathyiavathy Ma’am Bsckground: Btech ECE Work exp: 2.5 years IT firm Optional: Geography Home State: Kerala Hobbies: sports (no Question) To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Chairperson Remove faceshield and put on lap Pull down mask for verification and asked to wear it throughout Read out… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #133 : M Sathyiavathy Board, Kerala Home State, Geography Optional, Sports Hobby
