What is the News? The China National Space Administration has announced that it will name its first Mars rover ‘Zhurong’. About Zhurong: Zhurong is China’s first Mars rover mission. The rover is aboard the Tianwen-1 space probe. Launched in: The rover was launched in the Mars orbit Mission in February 2021 and is due to land… Continue reading “Zhurong” – China’s first Mars rover
Indian Army initiates “Ladakh Ignited Minds project”
What is the News? The Indian Army has launched the Ladakh Ignited Minds Project – A Centre of Excellence and Wellness. About Ladakh Ignited Minds Project: Purpose: The project aims to provide better training and educational facilities to disadvantaged Ladakhi students. Also, the projects aim to give them the opportunity to study in the best… Continue reading Indian Army initiates “Ladakh Ignited Minds project”
“Deep Time Project”: Volunteers Leave Cave After 40 Days in Isolation
What is the News? The Deep Time project in France’s Lombrives Cave has come to an end. About Deep Time Project: The Deep Time Project was led by the scientists of the Human Adaptation Institute in partnership with labs in France and Switzerland. Aim: The project aimed to test how people adapt to changes in… Continue reading “Deep Time Project”: Volunteers Leave Cave After 40 Days in Isolation
“Chandlers Good Governance Index” 2021 Released
What is the News? The Chandler Good Government Index(CGGI) 2021 has been released. About Chandler Good Government Index(CGGI): The Chandler Institute of Governance(CIG) publishes the Chandler Good Government Index(CGGI) . It is an international non-profit organization, with headquarter in Singapore. Objective: The index measures the effectiveness and capabilities of 104 governments around the world in… Continue reading “Chandlers Good Governance Index” 2021 Released
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Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles “Supply Chain Resilience Initiative or SCRI” launched by India, Japan and Australia What is the News? India, Japan, and Australia have launched the SCRI or Supply Chain Resilience Initiative in a virtual Trilateral Ministerial Meeting. What do you mean by Supply Chain Resilience? It is… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 28 Apr, 2021
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Understanding Herd Immunity and Rising Covid Cases in India
Synopsis: Herd Immunity can’t be attained solely by a rise in Covid-19 positive people. It is also dependent on the absolute number of susceptible individuals and the rate of transmission of the virus. Background: The data from various serological surveys in metro cities shows high immunity levels in the metro cities. As per them, Covid-19… Continue reading Understanding Herd Immunity and Rising Covid Cases in India
The New Vaccine Strategy May Widen Inequality
Synopsis: The new vaccine strategy fails to address the issues of affordability and accessibility. It may contribute to widening inequality in access to health care. Background Recently, the Centre revised its vaccine strategy to accelerate its vaccination drive to bring the Second wave Covid 19 under control. The revised strategies are, One, Vaccine coverage is… Continue reading The New Vaccine Strategy May Widen Inequality
Rising Food Insecurity Due to Pandemic
Synopsis: Food insecurity is rising among the most vulnerable populations due to 2nd wave of the pandemic. Hence, the government should take precautionary steps to save millions from hunger and food insecurity. Background Even before the pandemic, India’s efforts to tackle the food security crisis have been poor. For example, India ranks 102 among 117… Continue reading Rising Food Insecurity Due to Pandemic
Need of Special Insurance Cover for Police Personnel
Synopsis: The second wave Covid-19 virus is producing greater challenges in front of frontline workers (including police personnel) than the first wave. Hence, the special insurance cover for police personnel of 50 lakh rupees must be revived and extended to all front-line workers. Background: The second wave of Covid-19 induced the government to impose lockdown… Continue reading Need of Special Insurance Cover for Police Personnel
