Indo-US Joint Military “Exercise Vajra Prahar” conducted

Contents1 What is the News?2 About Exercise Vajra Prahar:3 Other Bilateral Exercises between India and US:4  What are Special Forces? What is the News? The 11th edition of Indo-US Joint Special Forces Exercise Vajra Prahar 2021 is complete. The exercise was conducted at Special Forces Training School which is located at Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh. About… Continue reading Indo-US Joint Military “Exercise Vajra Prahar” conducted

US “2020 Human Rights Report” flags curbs on Indian media

What is the News? The US State Department released the “2020 Human Rights Report” also known as “2020 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices”. About 2020 Human Rights Report: Firstly, the Human Rights Report is an annual report.  Each year the US State Department submits it to the US Congress. Secondly, the report is retrospective… Continue reading US “2020 Human Rights Report” flags curbs on Indian media

Foreign Minister attends “Heart of Asia” Ministerial Conference

What is the News? India’s Foreign Minister is attending the 9th ministerial conference of the Heart of Asia – Istanbul Process (HoA-IP) in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.  About Heart of Asia-Istanbul Process: Firstly, Heart of Asia Istanbul Process is a regional initiative of Afghanistan and the Republic of Turkey. It was launched in November 2011 in Istanbul,… Continue reading Foreign Minister attends “Heart of Asia” Ministerial Conference

Union Minister inaugurates Event for “DSIR-PRISM Scheme”

What is the News? The Union Minister for Science & Technology inaugurates the Event for Publicity of the PRISM (Promoting Innovations in Individuals, Startups, and MSMEs) scheme. About PRISM Scheme: Nodal Ministry: PRISM is an initiative of the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research(DSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology. Aim: The aim is to help… Continue reading Union Minister inaugurates Event for “DSIR-PRISM Scheme”

[UPSC Interview Transcript #119]: TCA  Anant Board, PMRDF,  IFS Service, Bird Watching, skill Development Hobbies

Board: TCA  Anant Service:  PMRDF,  IFS Hobbies: Bird watching, skill development Chairman Asked about education qualification and work-ex Where have u worked is it the Naxal area What is the work you have done? Why tribal land is grabbed If indebtness is cause, one has to repay, so what’s problem there What are various acts… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #119]: TCA  Anant Board, PMRDF,  IFS Service, Bird Watching, skill Development Hobbies

Issues of Vacancies in IIMs For Reserved Faculty Positions

Synopsis: There are larger vacancies in IIMs for reserved faculty positions from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and the Other Backward Classes communities. The unavailability of deserving candidates is one of the reasons for that. Contents1 Introduction:2 Does IIMs oppose equality?3 Then, why there are large no. of vacancies on reserved positions in IIMs?4 How the IIMs… Continue reading Issues of Vacancies in IIMs For Reserved Faculty Positions

Issues with UGC’s New Undergraduate History Curriculum

Synopsis: Recently, the UGC (University Grants Commission) suggested a new undergraduate history curriculum. However, it falls short to meet its desired objectives and requires reconsideration. Background: The UGC released a new document on the undergraduate history curriculum, named  Learning Outcomes-based Curriculum Framework (LOCF), 2021. The document suggestes changes as per the changing domestic and international… Continue reading Issues with UGC’s New Undergraduate History Curriculum

Sustainable Agriculture demands Optimum Water Management

Synopsis:  The declining availability and accessibility of water necessitates strengthening the water management measures. In this regard, the focus should be drawn on Sustainable Agriculture.  Background On March 22 (World Water Day), Prime Minister launched the ‘Catch the rain Campaign’ under Jal Shakti Abhiyan. The campaign focuses on robust rainwater conservation including the use of… Continue reading Sustainable Agriculture demands Optimum Water Management

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