Source: This post is based on the article “Its time to build BRICS better” published in The Hindu on 1st September 2021. Relevance: To study the importance of BRICS. Synopsis: Although BRICS grouping succeeded up to a point, it now confronts multiple challenges. Context: The 13th BRICS summit is set to be held under India’s… Continue reading Its time to build BRICS better
Implications of the rise of Taliban for India – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE→ Introduction For the first time, the Indian government has publicly acknowledged that the Indian Ambassador met with the head of the Taliban’s political office. The meeting took place at the Embassy of India, Doha, at the request of the Taliban side. The rapid collapse of the Afghan government and the triumphant… Continue reading Implications of the rise of Taliban for India – Explained, pointwise
India’s Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas to participate in the 6th Eastern Economic Summit in Vladivostok
Source: This post is based on the article “India to participate in the 6th Eastern Economic Summit” published in PIB on 31st August 2021. What is the News? The Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas will lead a delegation to Russia to participate in the 6th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) Summit in Vladivostok. About Eastern… Continue reading India’s Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas to participate in the 6th Eastern Economic Summit in Vladivostok
CSIR-CMERI Mechanized Scavenging System- A Filip to the Swachcha Bharat Abhiyan
Source: This post is based on the article “CSIR-CMERI Mechanized Scavenging System” published in PIB on 1st September 2021. What is the News? CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute is developing a Mechanized Scavenging System. What is a Mechanized Scavenging System? A Mechanized Scavenging System is being developed with the aim to eliminate human contact with… Continue reading CSIR-CMERI Mechanized Scavenging System- A Filip to the Swachcha Bharat Abhiyan
Centre targets five areas for reforms in higher education
Source: This post is based on the article “Centre targets five areas for reforms in higher education” published in Livemint on 1st September 2021. What is the News? University Grants Commission(UGC) has identified five key areas of focus in the next phase of reforms in the higher education sector. Which are those Five Focus Areas?… Continue reading Centre targets five areas for reforms in higher education
What is the ‘school bubble’ Karnataka has proposed for its students?
Source: This post is based on the Article “What is the ‘school bubble” published in “The Indian Express” on 31st August 2021. What is the News? The Covid-19 technical advisory committee (TAC) constituted by the Karnataka government has proposed the ‘school bubble’ concept to mitigate the spread of the disease among children (aged below 18)… Continue reading What is the ‘school bubble’ Karnataka has proposed for its students?
What are the new BH series registration plates for vehicles?
Source: This post is based on the article “New BH series registration plates for vehicles” published in Indian Express on 1st September 2021. What is the News? The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has notified Bharat series of “BH” series of registration to ensure seamless transfer of vehicles across states. What is the Existing system?… Continue reading What are the new BH series registration plates for vehicles?
Managing natural resources
Source: This post is based on the article “Managing natural resources” published in “The Hindu” on 1st September 2021. What is the News? Meghalaya Government is implementing the Meghalaya Community-Led Landscape Management Project(MCLLMP) to manage its natural resources. Background: Meghalaya is a state with almost 70% of the geographical area under forest cover. However, around… Continue reading Managing natural resources
PM to release a special commemorative coin on the occasion of 125th Birth Anniversary of Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Source: This post is based on the article “125th Birth Anniversary of Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada” published in PIB on 1st September 2021. What is the News? The Prime Minister will release a special commemorative coin of ₹125 on the occasion of the 125th Birth Anniversary of Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada Ji. About Srila Bhaktivedanta… Continue reading PM to release a special commemorative coin on the occasion of 125th Birth Anniversary of Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Odisha’s Kendrapara now India’s only district to have all 3 species of crocodilians
Source: This post is based on the article “Odisha’s Kendrapara now India’s only district to have all 3 species of crocodilians“ published in Down to Earth on 31st August 2021. What is the News? Odisha’s Kendrapara became the only district in India to be home to all three species of crocodilians found in the country.… Continue reading Odisha’s Kendrapara now India’s only district to have all 3 species of crocodilians
