“Jivan Vayu”- Nation’s first power-free CPAP device developed by IIT Ropar

What is the News? Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar has developed a device named ‘Jivan Vayu’. About Jivan Vayu: Jivan Vayu is a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure(CPAP) device. It can be used as a substitute for existing CPAP machines. Key Features of the Device: Firstly, It is India’s first CPAP device that functions even without… Continue reading “Jivan Vayu”- Nation’s first power-free CPAP device developed by IIT Ropar

“Bharitalasuchus tapani”- A carnivorous reptile, lived 240 million years ago

What is the News? Researchers from the Indian Statistical Institute had carried out extensive studies on rocks of the Yerrapalli Formation in Telangana during the mid 20th Century. During that time, they uncovered several fossils. By studying some of these fossils, the team has now provided information on one of the reptiles(Bharitalasuchus tapani). What information… Continue reading “Bharitalasuchus tapani”- A carnivorous reptile, lived 240 million years ago

Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 16 June, 2021

Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles What is Kerala’s “SilverLine project”? What is the News? Kerala cabinet has given the approval to begin acquiring land for the SilverLine Project. About SilverLine Project: SilverLine Project is Kerala’s semi high-speed railway project that aims to reduce travel time between Kerala’s northern and southern… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 16 June, 2021

NATO Summit 2021 – Countries Agreed to Step Up Defense

What is the News? The NATO Summit was held recently in Brussels. During the summit, countries agreed to step up their collective defence against threats from all directions. Key Outcomes of NATO Summit NATO summit concluded on the following points:- It will respond to Russia’s increasing nuclear arsenal. Further, It called on Iran to stop… Continue reading NATO Summit 2021 – Countries Agreed to Step Up Defense

“World Giving Index 2021” – 10th Edition Released

What is the News? The 10th edition of the World Giving Index (WGI) 2021 has been released. About World Giving Index(WGI): The World Giving Index(WGI) is published by the Charities Aid Foundation(CAF). Parameters: The index provides combined insight into the scope and nature of giving around the world. It looks at three aspects of giving behavior… Continue reading “World Giving Index 2021” – 10th Edition Released

What is Kerala’s “SilverLine project”?

What is the News? Kerala cabinet has given the approval to begin acquiring land for the SilverLine Project. About SilverLine Project: SilverLine Project is Kerala’s semi high-speed railway project that aims to reduce travel time between Kerala’s northern and southern ends. Distance: The railway line will be around 529 kms long, covering 11 districts through 11… Continue reading What is Kerala’s “SilverLine project”?

Declassification of War Histories – Challenges of Credibility

Synopsis: Challenges of credibility in the declassification of war history should be addressed. So that it can help us to analyse lessons learnt by the history and prevent future mistakes. Background Recently, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced the declassification of India’s war history. It enables the archiving, declassifying, and compiling of India’s war histories, which… Continue reading Declassification of War Histories – Challenges of Credibility

Lessons and Challenges for India after a Year of Galwan Clash

Synopsis: Ladakh crisis has highlighted that India needs to focus on its land borders. Also, it should use its limited resources for military modernisation instead of focusing on maritime ambitions in the Indo-Pacific. Background: It has been one year since the Line of Actual Control (LAC) witnessed violent clashes in Galwan valley in Ladakh. Although… Continue reading Lessons and Challenges for India after a Year of Galwan Clash

G7 Summit Presents a Template for Indian Engagement With the West

Synopsis: The recent meeting of G7 countries was attended by India as a guest country. The meeting provided a template for Indian engagement with the West based on shared democratic values and mutual cooperation. Background: The recent summit of G7 countries took place in Cornwall, England from 11-13th June 2021. India, Australia, South Korea, and… Continue reading G7 Summit Presents a Template for Indian Engagement With the West

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