Synopsis: India’s recent achievements have positioned it as an alternative global manufacturing hub to China at the global level. Background Democratic countries consider a rising China, with its authoritarian one-party system, as a challenge to the democratic order. This provided the strategic case for the formation of Quadrilateral Security dialogue. It envisioned to develop a… Continue reading India’s Rise as the new global manufacturing hub
Working towards Climate Justice
Synopsis: New Delhi has to control its green commitment to guarantee carbon and policy space for its developmental goals. It will ensure Climate Justice. Introduction Joe Biden in the U.S. Presidential elections promised to lead a major diplomatic push to increase global climate ambition. The U.S. is moving back to Obama’s achievement of the Paris… Continue reading Working towards Climate Justice
Conservation Initiatives for Sharks in India
What is the news? As per a recent study, the global population of sharks and rays reduced by over 70% in the past five decades. But a few conservation initiatives in India show that well-crafted policies and awareness programmes can make a difference. About Sharks: Sharks come under a subclass of fish species called elasmobranchii.… Continue reading Conservation Initiatives for Sharks in India
“INS Karanj” – the Scorpene-class submarine inducted into service
What is the news? Indian Navy inducted INS Karanj into service. It is a 3rd Scorpene-class conventional diesel-electric submarine. About INS Karanj: INS Karanj is a part of Project-75I. It is the 3rd submarine of the first batch of 6 Scorpene-class submarines under the project, for the Indian Navy. Designed by: French naval defence and… Continue reading “INS Karanj” – the Scorpene-class submarine inducted into service
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Mar 12, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles key takeaways from the “ISRO-JAXA virtual meeting” What is the news? Indian Space Research Organization(ISRO) and the Japanese space agency, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency(JAXA) held a virtual meeting. What are the key takeaways from the ISRO-JAXA virtual meeting? India and Japan agreed to explore opportunities… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Mar 12, 2021
“China’s 5-year plan” and India’s Concerns
What is the News? China formally approves the outline of its 14th 5-year plan (2021-25). Some proposed projects in China’s 5-year plan are the cause of concern for India. What are the key Concerns for India in China’s 5-year plan? Dam on Lower Reaches of Brahmaputra River: China’s 5-year plan approves the construction of a… Continue reading “China’s 5-year plan” and India’s Concerns
WHO Announced “Global Breast Cancer Initiative”
What is the News? The World Health Organization (WHO) announced an initiative called the “Global Breast Cancer Initiative”. About Global Breast Cancer Initiative: Aim: The initiative aims to reduce global breast mortality by 2.5% by 2040. The initiative will particularly focus on reducing deaths in low-income countries. There the progress to tackle the disease is… Continue reading WHO Announced “Global Breast Cancer Initiative”
“Shramik Kalyan Portal” of Indian Railways
What is the News? Indian Railways ensured 100% compliance with the minimum wage pay to contract workers. E-application Shramik Kalyan Portal used for this purpose. About Shramik Kalyan Portal: Launched by: the Indian Railways in the year 2018. Purpose: to ensure compliance with the provisions of the Minimum Wages Act. Also, to ensure that contractual… Continue reading “Shramik Kalyan Portal” of Indian Railways
key takeaways from the “ISRO-JAXA virtual meeting”
What is the news? Indian Space Research Organization(ISRO) and the Japanese space agency, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency(JAXA) held a virtual meeting. What are the key takeaways from the ISRO-JAXA virtual meeting? India and Japan agreed to explore opportunities for cooperation in space situational awareness and professional exchange programmes. They have signed an Implementing Arrangement for… Continue reading key takeaways from the “ISRO-JAXA virtual meeting”
[UPSC Interview Transcript #63]: Sathiyavathy Board, Uttar Pradesh Home State, Geography Optional, Included Teaching underprivileged children, reading Hindi poetry Hobbies
Interview Date: 25 Feb, Afternoon, 1st to go Board: Sathiyavathy Background: B. Tech in Electronics Engg. Home State: Uttar Pradesh Optional: Geography Employee: 1.5 years in an MNC dealing with mobile chipsets. Hobbies: Included Teaching underprivileged children, reading Hindi poetry, Chairman Is this your photo? I nodded yes. She kept reading aloud my DAF including… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #63]: Sathiyavathy Board, Uttar Pradesh Home State, Geography Optional, Included Teaching underprivileged children, reading Hindi poetry Hobbies
