What is the news? The Indian government is planning to introduce various measures/ strategies to use green energy and carbon emission-free fuels. What are the various initiatives of the government to tap green energy? Use of green energy to run ships: The government is planning to run ships 100% on green energy by adopting a hybrid… Continue reading Government initiatives to tap green energy: Centre explodes plan to run ships fully on clean energy
Henley Passport Index 2022: India’s passport rank improves to 83 from 90
What is the News? The Henley Passport Index 2022 has been released. What is the Henley Passport Index? Released by: Henley and Partners, a London-based global citizenship and residence advisory firm since 2005. Purpose: To rank 199 passports according to the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa. Source of Data:… Continue reading Henley Passport Index 2022: India’s passport rank improves to 83 from 90
Naval Variant of Brahmos Missile: BrahMos advanced variant test fired
What is the News? Defence Research and Development Organization(DRDO) has successfully test-fired the naval variant of the supersonic BrahMos cruise missile from INS Vishapatnam. What is the Naval Variant of Brahmos Missile? The Naval Variant of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile has an extended range of 350 to 400 km. The missile can fly at… Continue reading Naval Variant of Brahmos Missile: BrahMos advanced variant test fired
Year-End- Review-2021- Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances
What is the News? The Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances has taken several initiatives in the year 2021. Several of them are Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav: Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of its… Continue reading Year-End- Review-2021- Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances
Union Minister launches Artificial Intelligence-driven Start-Up by IIT alumni for water purification
What is the News? The Union Minister has launched Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven water purification systems developed by Swajal Water Private Limited, a tech startup company founded by IIT alumni. What is the Water Purification Systems launched by Swajal Water Private Limited, a tech Startup? Water ATMS: It combines Internet of Things technology with solar… Continue reading Union Minister launches Artificial Intelligence-driven Start-Up by IIT alumni for water purification
Year End Review- 2021 Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises
What is the News? The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has undertaken several important initiatives during the year 2021. Some of the important initiatives are Credit Guarantee Scheme for Subordinated Debt(CGSSD) for MSMEs Self Reliant India(SRI) Fund: It is a Category-II Alternative Investment Fund registered with SEBI with Mother Fund / Daughter… Continue reading Year End Review- 2021 Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises
[Answered] UPSC Mains 2021 GS Paper 4 – Case Study 1(Q. No. 9)
An elevated corridor is being constructed to reduce traffic congestion in the capital of a particular state. You have been selected as project manager of this prestigious project on your professional competence and experience. The deadline is complete the project in next two years by 30 June, 2021, since this project is to be inaugurated… Continue reading [Answered] UPSC Mains 2021 GS Paper 4 – Case Study 1(Q. No. 9)
Explained: How scientists are using grime-eating bacteria to restore classical art
What is the News? Recently, a team of scientists has used helpful bacteria to clean the art work of Michelangelo in Italy. How is the Artwork cleaned? Art restorers have usually employed chemical agents and more recently laser techniques to remove dirt, oil, glue or pollutants from monuments, stoneworks and paintings. But since 1980s, when researchers… Continue reading Explained: How scientists are using grime-eating bacteria to restore classical art
How real is the GST boost?
News: The government is delighted over the steady improvement in the collection of goods and services tax (GST) in recent months GST collections have crossed the Rs 1-trillion mark for each of the last six months beginning July 2021. The buoyancy in GST collections provides the much-needed revenue cushion to government finances and for preparing… Continue reading How real is the GST boost?
India, Korea agree to ‘impart fresh momentum’ to bilateral trade pact
What is the news? South Korea’s Trade Minister met with the Indian Minister of Commerce & Industry. What are the key highlights of the meeting? Firstly, the two countries agreed to upgrade the existing CEPA (Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement) signed in 2009. Secondly, they will try to achieve the target of USD 50 Billion before… Continue reading India, Korea agree to ‘impart fresh momentum’ to bilateral trade pact
