What is the News? The Union Education Minister has launched a Microsensor based Explosive Trace Detector called “Nanosniffer”. About Nano Sniffer: Nanosniffer has been developed by NanoSniff Technologies, an IIT Bombay incubated startup. Purpose: It is the world’s first Microsensor based Explosive Trace Detector (ETD). It can detect explosives in less than 10 seconds. Not… Continue reading Government launches “NanoSniffer” – a Microsensor based Explosive Trace Detector
Achieving Paris Agreement is the key to save “endemic species”: Study
What is the News? According to a study published in the journal Biological Conservation, 90% of the endemic species will face extinction unless the goals of the Paris Agreement are met. Note: Endemic species are those plants and animals that exist only in one geographical region. Species can be endemic to an island, state, nation,… Continue reading Achieving Paris Agreement is the key to save “endemic species”: Study
Government launches “Madhukranti portal” and “Honey Corners” of NAFED
What is the News? The Union Agriculture Minister has launched the “MadhuKranti portal” and “Honey Corners” of NAFED. About MadhuKranti portal: Madhukranti portal is an initiative of the National Bee Board under the National Beekeeping and Honey Mission. Purpose: The purpose is to develop an online registration to achieve a traceability source of Honey and… Continue reading Government launches “Madhukranti portal” and “Honey Corners” of NAFED
Government aims to boost “opium production”
What is the News? The Union government has decided to bring in the private sector in the production of poppy straw from opium production. This move is expected to boost the yield of alkaloids which are used for medical purposes and exported to several countries. Opium Production in India: India is one of the few… Continue reading Government aims to boost “opium production”
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 10 Apr, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles Government aims to boost “opium production” What is the News? The Union government has decided to bring in the private sector in the production of poppy straw from opium production. This move is expected to boost the yield of alkaloids which are used for medical… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 10 Apr, 2021
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Must Read Current Affairs Articles – April 10th, 2021
Good Morning dear reader We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers several newspapers such as The Hindu, Indian Express, Livemint, etc. This saves… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – April 10th, 2021
Need of State Support for Agricultural development
Synopsis: The current situation of the agricultural sector demands state support to tackle future challenges. This will ensure sustainable benefits for both – farmers and consumers. Background: Countries across the globe are focusing on the gradual reduction of state’s role in almost every sector (including agriculture). Their objective is to bring greater economic development. In India,… Continue reading Need of State Support for Agricultural development
India’s policy towards Climate change
Synopsis: India adopted a liberal policy towards climate change in the pandemic era. This might generate significant negative impacts, thus demanding a comprehensive review. Background: Recently a meeting took place between U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, John Kerry and PM Narendra Modi. The U.S has shown commitment to support India’s initiatives to combat climate… Continue reading India’s policy towards Climate change
Rupee depreciation and its management
Synopsis: Rupee depreciation and its impact and solutions to protect from currency volatility risks. Background of Rupee depreciation Recently, the rupee fell sharply by 105 paise. It is considered as one of the biggest single-session falls in 20 months. Currently, the rupee stands at 74.47 against the US dollar. What are the reasons for rupee… Continue reading Rupee depreciation and its management
