What is the News? NITI Aayog along with Rocky Mountain Institute(RMI), an independent non profit organization has launched Shoonya Initiative. About Shoonya Initiative Shoonya is an initiative to promote zero-pollution delivery vehicles by working with consumers and the industry. Aim: To accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the urban deliveries segment and create… Continue reading NITI Aayog, RMI, and RMI India Launch ‘Shoonya’ Campaign
National Entrance cum Eligibility Test(NEET) – Issues and Significance- Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)?3 What are the changes introduced in NEET so far?4 What are the advantages of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test?5 What are the challenges associated with the NEET?6 What should be the way forward? Introduction Recently, The Tamil Nadu Assembly has passed… Continue reading National Entrance cum Eligibility Test(NEET) – Issues and Significance- Explained, pointwise
US, UK, Australia form new partnership
What is the news? Recently a new Trilateral Security Partnership grouping has been formed between the US, UK and Australia (AUKUS) for the Indo-Pacific. The aim of the grouping is to advance the strategic interests, uphold the international order and promote peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. What will be the central feature of… Continue reading US, UK, Australia form new partnership
Discovery of New Species of Hybodont Shark From Jurassics of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
Contents1 What is the news? 2 What is the history of Hybodonts? 3 What is the recent discovery? 4 What is the significance of the discovery? What is the news? Recently, teeth of new species of hybodontshark of Jurassic age (approximately, between 160 and 168 million-years-old) have been reported for the first time from Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. What is the history of Hybodonts? Hybodonts, an extinct group of… Continue reading Discovery of New Species of Hybodont Shark From Jurassics of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
India urges East Asian nations to lower non-tariff barriers to trade
What is the news? India has raised concerns over restrictive measures faced by Indian Agri exporters, at the 9th East Asia Summit – Economic Ministers’ Meeting. India highlighted that proliferation of trade agreements in Indo-Pacific region has led to a decline in tariff rates over time, but non-tariff measures act as a major trade barrier in… Continue reading India urges East Asian nations to lower non-tariff barriers to trade
When climate crisis meets human rights conundrum: Decoding death curves of environment, land avengers
What is the news? Recently, Global Witness Foundation, a Washington DC-based human rights watchdog, released its latest report titled Last Line of Defence. The report discusses the environment and land rights activists. As per the report, 227 environment and land rights activists were murdered globally in 2020. What are the key findings of the report? Firstly,… Continue reading When climate crisis meets human rights conundrum: Decoding death curves of environment, land avengers
Folk rice: Researchers spot a dozen Indian paddy varieties that can boost nourishment
Contents1 What is the news? 2 What are the advantages of the folk rice varieties? 3 What is the present status of folk rice varieties? 4 What is the way forward? What is the news? As per the recent study, 12 folk varieties of Indian rice can supplement the nutritional demand of important fatty acids in undernourished mothers. These can further supplement… Continue reading Folk rice: Researchers spot a dozen Indian paddy varieties that can boost nourishment
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #163 : Manoj Soni Board, Bihar Home State, PSIR Optional, Quora, European Football Hobbies
Board: Manoj Soni sir Background: B.tech Mechanical Optional: PSIR Home State: Bihar Achievements: published writer in a national daily Hobbies: Quora, European Football To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2020, visit this page Chairman You have a nice name. I have also heard about Satyam Shivam Sundaram. Do you know its essence? Why did you take… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #163 : Manoj Soni Board, Bihar Home State, PSIR Optional, Quora, European Football Hobbies
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #162 : TCA Anant sir Board, Karnataka Home State, PSIR Optional, Sports Hobby
Board: TCA Anant sir Background: Civil Engg Optional: PSIR Home State: Karnataka Hobby: Reflective writing, cricket, Table tennis, To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2020, visit this page Chairman What have you been doing since your graduation? Not yet all working ?? Why civil services even though civil engg is a good field? Tell any instance… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #162 : TCA Anant sir Board, Karnataka Home State, PSIR Optional, Sports Hobby
[Download] UPSC CSE Prelims 2021 Admit Cards
Dear Friends, Union Public Service Commission has released admit cards for UPSC CSE Prelims 2021. Earlier, due to the deadly second wave of the Covid pandemic, the UPSC decided to postpone the exam in May. Now, the examination is scheduled to be held on 10th October 2021. You can download your admit card by using… Continue reading [Download] UPSC CSE Prelims 2021 Admit Cards
