For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE ← Contents1 Introduction2 About Ethics3 Probity in governance and Ethics4 Code of conduct/Ethics around the globe5 Code of conduct/Ethics in India to ensure accountability5.1 For legislators5.2 Code of Conduct for the Civil Servants (CCS)5.3 Other legislative and institutional frameworks5.4 Other initiatives6 Issues linked to the probity in governance7 Suggestions to improve probity in… Continue reading [Yojana August Summary] Probity in Governance – Explained, pointwise
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #43 : Manoj Soni Board, Jharkhand Home State, PSIR Optional, Football, Weight Training Hobbies
Date of Interview: 24.08.2021 Board: Manoj Soni Sir Optional: PSIR Education: BIT MESRA, TISS HRM, Home State: Jharkhand (Currently in WB) Hobbies: Football, Weight Training, Chairman So young man, how is life? How is the weather in Kolkata? A lot has been going around in the realm of football, can you elaborate on few recent… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #43 : Manoj Soni Board, Jharkhand Home State, PSIR Optional, Football, Weight Training Hobbies
Organic and conservation farming boost multifunctionality of ecosystems: Study
Source: Down to Earth What is the news? A recent study has found that the organic and conservation farming has the potential to boost multiple functions of an ecosystem. Contents1 About the study:2 Conservation agriculture3 Findings of the report4 Significance About the study: The study assessed the overall performance of important cropping systems in Europe… Continue reading Organic and conservation farming boost multifunctionality of ecosystems: Study
Smog control: Another symbol over substance
Source: Livemint What is the news? Earlier this week, Delhi installed Anti-smog tower in the city to purify the polluted air in the city. The step has received both positive and negative responses. There are concerns surrounding the Anti-smog tower as an effective tool to address the air pollution. Must read: Delhi’s New Smog Tower:… Continue reading Smog control: Another symbol over substance
The world may soon get a vaccine against Chikungunya
Source: Down to Earth Contents1 What is the news?2 BBV87 vaccine3 Funding4 About GCCDP What is the news? A multi-country Phase II / III clinical trial of a vaccine led by the International Vaccine Institute (IVI) in partnership with Bharat Biotech International Ltd (BBIL) has begun in Costa Rica. It is funded by the Coalition… Continue reading The world may soon get a vaccine against Chikungunya
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #42 : Sathiyavathy Board, Jharkhand Home State, Mechanical Engineering Optional, IRS Service
Board: Sathiyavathy Ma’am Education: Mech Engg IITD Optional: Mech Engg Service: IRS (IT) work-ex: axis bank, Home State: Jharkhand Chairperson read my daf aloud Which IRS batch. Currently in service or eol What do yo do in video/image editing (DAF) What was the recent issue in Axis Bank? Ma’am confused it with yes bank issue… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #42 : Sathiyavathy Board, Jharkhand Home State, Mechanical Engineering Optional, IRS Service
Government prepares plan to hive off surplus land of PSUs (On NMP project)
Source: The Hindu, TOI Contents1 What is the news?2 Background3 Why a specialized entity?4 Mandate of the specialized entity What is the news? After unveiling the Rs 6-lakh-crore asset monetization program, the government has accelerated efforts to separate surplus land. The government will soon seek Cabinet approval for setting up a specialized entity (special purpose… Continue reading Government prepares plan to hive off surplus land of PSUs (On NMP project)
Govt gives wing to drone policy (On new drone rules 2021)
Source: Business Standard, TOI, Livemint, TH Contents1 What is the news?2 Background3 Significance 4 More reforms in order5 What now? What is the news? The Ministry of Civil Aviation has notified Drone Rules, 2021, under which the coverage of all-up weight of an unmanned aircraft system has been increased from 300 kg to 500 kg. It… Continue reading Govt gives wing to drone policy (On new drone rules 2021)
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #41 : Air Marshal Bhonsle Board, Tamil Nadu Home State, Sociology Optional, Yoga, Travelling, Millet Cooking Hobbies
Board: Air Marshal Bhonsle Profile: Tamil Nadu/CSE/ Work Experience: in IT sector/ Optional: Sociology Hobbies: Yoga, Travelling, Millet Cooking As soon as I entered, Sir made me comfortable by briefing me about the process, appreciating my academic achievements, and told me to feel comfortable. He then read out my DAF out loud. Chairperson Meaning of… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #41 : Air Marshal Bhonsle Board, Tamil Nadu Home State, Sociology Optional, Yoga, Travelling, Millet Cooking Hobbies
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #40 : Smita Nagraj Board, Rajasthan Home State, PSIR Optional, Swimming Hobby
Date of Interview: 12/08/2021 Board: Smita Nagraj Ma’am Graduation: Engineering – CS&E Optional: PSIR Home State: Rajasthan Hobby: Swimming Chairperson You are from Udaipur? What are you doing there? Okay. Talking about tourism, we see that tourism in Rajasthan is generally limited to forts, palaces, natural beauty etc, But what else would you recommend new… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #40 : Smita Nagraj Board, Rajasthan Home State, PSIR Optional, Swimming Hobby
