What is the News? Scientists have discovered fossils of a species in Central Montana, USA. They have named it Syllipsimopodi bideni. What is Syllipsimopodi Bideni? Syllipsimopodi Bideni belongs to a group of species called vampyropods that includes octopuses. The species may have lived approximately 328 million years ago during the Carboniferous period, making it the… Continue reading Syllipsimopodi Bideni: Primordial octopus had ten arms
Prime Minister dedicated the National Defence University to the Nation and addressed its first convocation, at Gandhinagar, Gujarat
What is the News? The Prime Minister dedicated the Rashtriya Raksha University(National Defense University) to the nation and addressed its first convocation at Gandhinagar, Gujarat. What is Rashtriya Raksha University? Rashtriya Raksha University is a Central University located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. It has a specialization in National and Internal Security. It was established by the… Continue reading Prime Minister dedicated the National Defence University to the Nation and addressed its first convocation, at Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Union Minister launches ‘India Water Pitch-Pilot-Scale Start-up Challenge’ under AMRUT 2.0
What is the News? The Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has launched the ‘India Water Pitch-Pilot-Scale Start-up Challenge’ under Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation(AMRUT) 2.0. Why was this challenge launched? AMRUT 2.0 was launched by the Prime Minister in 2021. The mission aims to provide central assistance for universal coverage… Continue reading Union Minister launches ‘India Water Pitch-Pilot-Scale Start-up Challenge’ under AMRUT 2.0
Halari Breed of Donkey: Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying addresses Saurashtra Maldhari Sammelan
What is the News? Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has addressed the Saurashtra Maldhari Sammelan. The sammelan deliberated upon the conservation of threatened breeds of livestock, particularly the Halari breed of Donkey. What is the Halari Breed of Donkey? Halari Donkey is one of the important livestock in the semi-arid landscape of… Continue reading Halari Breed of Donkey: Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying addresses Saurashtra Maldhari Sammelan
Union Minister reviews Gallium Nitride Technology center – GEECI, Bengaluru
What is the News? The Union Minister of Electronics & Information Technology has visited the Gallium Nitride Ecosystem Enabling Centre and Incubator(GEECI) facility at the prestigious Indian Institute of Sciences (IISc), Bengaluru. What is Gallium Nitride Ecosystem Enabling Centre and Incubator(GEECI)? GEECI has been jointly set up by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology… Continue reading Union Minister reviews Gallium Nitride Technology center – GEECI, Bengaluru
Explained: Why the Russia-Ukraine crisis may lead to a shortage in semiconductors
What is the News? The supply of semiconductors is being threatened once again by the Ukraine crisis. This is on account of the supply of two key raw materials — neon and palladium — that are at risk of being constrained. Why is there a shortage of semiconductors? Palladium and Neon are two resources that… Continue reading Explained: Why the Russia-Ukraine crisis may lead to a shortage in semiconductors
Project to link Tapi, Par, Narmada: Tribals in South Gujarat protest river-linking plan
What is the News? Tribals in Gujarat have intensified their protest against the Par-Tapi-Narmada river linking project after it was mentioned in the budget speech (2022-23) of the Finance Minister. What is the Par-Tapi-Narmada River Linking Project? Par-Tapi-Narmada Link proposes to transfer water from the water-surplus regions of Western Ghats to the water-deficit regions of… Continue reading Project to link Tapi, Par, Narmada: Tribals in South Gujarat protest river-linking plan
Department of Pharmaceuticals releases Approach paper on ‘Draft National Medical Devices Policy 2022’ for consultation
What is the News? The Department of Pharmaceuticals has released “Draft National Policy for the Medical Devices, 2022”. What is the Medical Devices Sector? The medical device is a multi-product sector, with the following broad classifications: (a) Electronics Equipment; (b) Implants; (c) Consumables and Disposables; (d) IVD reagents; and (e) Surgical Instruments. The Medical Device… Continue reading Department of Pharmaceuticals releases Approach paper on ‘Draft National Medical Devices Policy 2022’ for consultation
Cheetah Reintroduction in India – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Supreme Court had approved the Cheetah Reintroduction in India in January 2020. Since then the wildlife enthusiasts have been ardently waiting to see cheetahs in the wild in India. The COVID-19 pandemic had delayed the process especially due to the emergence of the Omicron variant in South Africa from where… Continue reading Cheetah Reintroduction in India – Explained, pointwise
[Answered] Indian medical education system needs to be strengthened to make it more meaningful and beneficial for Indian students. Analyzing structural and practical limitations of Indian medical education system, suggest remedial measures.
Mains GS IIIntroduction: Provide a context of the situation of Medical Education in India Body: Write down few points highlighting the major limitations in Indian medical education system and suggest some measures that can improve the condition of medical education in India. Conclusion: Provide a brief conclusion providing an argument for the urgent need for reforms in medical… Continue reading [Answered] Indian medical education system needs to be strengthened to make it more meaningful and beneficial for Indian students. Analyzing structural and practical limitations of Indian medical education system, suggest remedial measures.
