Source: This post is based on the article “Why Nasa is launching robo archaeologist named Lucy” published in “The Times of India”on 16th October 2021. What is the News? NASA is about to launch a probe toward clusters of asteroids along Jupiter’s orbital path. They are known as the Trojan swarms. It represents the final unexplored regions of asteroids in the solar system. More about the news The spacecraft, a deep-space robotic archaeologist named Lucy will… Continue reading Why Nasa is launching robo archaeologist named Lucy
India slips 7 spots to rank 101 among 116 countries on Global Hunger Index
Source: This post is based on the articles “Hunger Index: poor ranking devoid of ground reality and facts, says Govt” published in The Hindu on 16th October 2021. “India slips 7 spots to rank 101 among 116 countries on Global Hunger Index” published in Down To Earth on 15th October 2021. “Statement of Ministry of Women and Child Development on Global Hunger Report 2021” published… Continue reading India slips 7 spots to rank 101 among 116 countries on Global Hunger Index
COVID-19 reverses decades of progress in TB elimination, India worst-hit: WHO
Source: This post is based on the article “COVID-19 reverses decades of progress in TB elimination, India worst-hit: WHO” published in Down To Earth on 14th October 2021. What is the News? World Health Organization (WHO) released “Global TB report” which stated that the world suffered huge reverses in progress towards tuberculosis (TB) elimination in 2020, due to COVID-19 pandemic. India has been the worst-hit. … Continue reading COVID-19 reverses decades of progress in TB elimination, India worst-hit: WHO
Tackling the climate crisis
Source: This post is based on the article “Tackling the climate crisis” published in The Hindu on 12th October 2021. Syllabus: GS3- Conservation; Disaster and disaster management. Relevance: To understand the climate crisis. Synopsis: The climate crisis and the steps needed to be taken in this regard in light of the recent IPCC report. Introduction The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has recently… Continue reading Tackling the climate crisis
Countering the Chinese Threat
Synopsis: India should adopt a multi-level approach to counter the encircling of China. Introduction Over the period of time, China has made its position stronger and has now emerged as a threat to India. Recently, RSS Chief in his Vijayadashami speech also raised concerns over the China-Pakistan-Taliban-Turkey nexus. How China emerges as a threat to… Continue reading Countering the Chinese Threat
NEET hasn’t created the equality of opportunity it had promised
Synopsis: The recent move of the Tamil Nadu government to bypass the NEET exam requires careful analysis of the issues surrounding the NEET. Introduction The government of India cleared the way for making NEET a common entrance examination for all medical colleges across India. This was opposed by many states including Tamil Nadu. What steps… Continue reading NEET hasn’t created the equality of opportunity it had promised
Doctor cure thyself: On revising queerphobic medical textbooks
Synopsis: The social issues in India are not just societal problems, but also ingrained deepens our educational system. Introduction Recently National Medical Commission has issued an advisory to all medical universities and colleges. It asked them to bring changes in the teaching methods and opt methods that are not derogatory to the LGBTQIA+ community. What… Continue reading Doctor cure thyself: On revising queerphobic medical textbooks
It’s not fossil fuel: Coal, biomass and degraded land are main contributors to India’s air pollution
Synopsis: Instead of announcing various schemes, there is a need to understand the root cause behind increasing pollution. Introduction As air pollution became more prominent in Delhi, various political parties have made commitments and release action plans to solve this problem. Recently, the Union road transport minister promised to make Delhi free of air, water, and… Continue reading It’s not fossil fuel: Coal, biomass and degraded land are main contributors to India’s air pollution
Indian Army Contingent Departs for 17th Edition of Indo-US Joint Military Exercise “Ex Yudh Abhyas 2021” at Joint Base Elmendorf – Richardson, Alaska(USA)
What is the News? The 17th edition of the exercise “Yudh Abhyas” will be conducted at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson in Alaska, USA. About Exercise Yudh Abhyas Exercise Yudh Abhyas is the largest running joint military training and defence cooperation endeavor between India and the USA. The exercise was started in 2004 under the US… Continue reading Indian Army Contingent Departs for 17th Edition of Indo-US Joint Military Exercise “Ex Yudh Abhyas 2021” at Joint Base Elmendorf – Richardson, Alaska(USA)
PM launches 7 defence PSUs carved out of OFB
Source: This post is based on the following articles “PM launches 7 defence PSUs carved out of OFB” published in Business Standard on 16th October 2021. “Aim is to make India a military power on its own strength: PM” published in The Hindu on 16th October 2021. “Seven new defence companies, carved out of OFB”… Continue reading PM launches 7 defence PSUs carved out of OFB
