What is the News? The first commercial consignment of Geographical Indications(GI) certified Jardalu mangoes from Bhagalpur, Bihar was exported to the United Kingdom. About Jardalu Mangoes: Jardalu Mangoes is grown in the Bhagalpur district of Bihar. It received the Geographical Indications(GI) certification in 2018. The mango is famous for its exclusive aroma, sweetness and other… Continue reading GI certified “Jardalu mangoes” from Bihar exported to the UK
G7 accommodates Indian stand on the need for “Internet shutdown”
What is the News? The G7 countries statement on the Internet Shutdown was amended after India objected to the original language criticising “Internet shutdowns”. Internet Shutdowns all over the world: According to a report by digital rights and privacy organisation Access Now, of the total 155 internet shutdowns globally in 2020, India alone accounted for… Continue reading G7 accommodates Indian stand on the need for “Internet shutdown”
UN High- Level Dialogue on Desertification, Land degradation and Drought
What is the News? The Prime Minister of India has delivered a keynote address at the United Nations (UN) High-Level Dialogue on Desertification, Land Degradation, and Drought. About UN High-Level Dialogue on Desertification, Land Degradation and Drought: The dialogue has been organized by the President of the United Nations(UN) General Assembly. Aim: It aims to focus… Continue reading UN High- Level Dialogue on Desertification, Land degradation and Drought
Govt. report flags lapses in “filovirus study” among Nagaland bats
What is the News? The government of India has concluded that there have been lapses in the conduct and protocols followed for the filovirus study of bats in Nagaland. What was the filovirus study about? Researchers from India, China and the US had conducted a study in Nagaland on bats and humans carrying antibodies to… Continue reading Govt. report flags lapses in “filovirus study” among Nagaland bats
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 15 June, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles “Operation Olivia” to Protect Olive Ridley Turtles What is the News? Indian Coast Guards (ICG) are using an aircraft for ‘Operation Olivia’ to protect Olive Ridley turtles. About Operation Olivia: Operation Olivia was launched by the Indian Coast Guard in the early 1980s. Purpose: The… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 15 June, 2021
Official Language Status for “Tulu Language” Demanded
What is the News? Several organizations have initiated a campaign in Karnataka and Kerala. They are demanding the official language status for Tulu. About Tulu Language: Tulu is a Dravidian language. It is mainly spoken in two coastal districts, Dakshina Kannada and Udupi of Karnataka and Kasaragod district of Kerala. Kasaragod district is called the… Continue reading Official Language Status for “Tulu Language” Demanded
Key Outcomes of the G7 Summit
What is the News? The 47th Group of Seven(G7) summit has concluded in Cornwall, UK. India also virtually participated in the summit as a guest country. What are the key outcomes of the summit? On Covid-19 Pandemic: The G7 countries have pledged to donate 1 billion vaccine doses to poorer countries by the end of… Continue reading Key Outcomes of the G7 Summit
[Download] Prelims Marathon Weekly Compilation – June, 2021 – 2nd week
Hello everyone, We are posting a compilation of Prelims Marathon for the month of June 2021 – Second week. Click on the following link to download Prelims Compilation for the month of June 2021 (Second Week) About Prelims Marathon Daily Prelims Marathon is focused on UPSC Prelims 2020. Under this initiative, we post, daily 10… Continue reading [Download] Prelims Marathon Weekly Compilation – June, 2021 – 2nd week
Indian Polity Quiz: Elections | 15 June, 2021
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Need of Strengthening Cyber Resilience of Civilian infrastructure
Synopsis: Cyber-attacks are increasing on civilian targets and infrastructure around the globe. Thus, there is a critical need to strengthen the Cyber resilience of civilian infrastructure. Background Cyber, which is regarded as the fifth dimension of warfare, is now largely being employed against civilian targets. For instance, several high-profile cyberattacks were reported from the United… Continue reading Need of Strengthening Cyber Resilience of Civilian infrastructure
