Synopsis: Despite several reforms, Railways is facing financial distress. This article highlights the issues and suggests solutions for financial distress in Railways. Recent developments In 2016, the Railway Budget was merged with the General Budget. Earlier, Railways had a separate Budget. The Dedicated Freight Corridor will be operational by 2022. It includes The Western Dedicated… Continue reading Financial distress in Railways : Reasons and Way Forward
Issue of Women’s rights in India
Synopsis: March 8 is celebrated as International Women’s Day. While celebrating it, we also need to look back at how women’s rights upheld by the state in the last years. Background: 8th march is being celebrated as International Women’s Day. It is celebrated to commemorate the struggles of women factory workers. It was first organised… Continue reading Issue of Women’s rights in India
[UPSC Interview Transcript #51] Sujata Mehta Board, Telangana Home State, Economics Optional, Football & Running Hobby
Interview Date: 18th Feb FN Board: Sujata Mehta Background: BE (EEE) in PSG Tech, Coimbatore Optional: Economics Employee: Data Analyst for 1 year Home State: Telangana Hobbies: Football and Running Chairman Is this you in the photo please briefly introduce yourself wrt your educational and professional background or work experience if any You worked with… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #51] Sujata Mehta Board, Telangana Home State, Economics Optional, Football & Running Hobby
PM received “Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award”
What is the News? The Prime Minister received the Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award. Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award: Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award was instituted in 2016. Awarded by: the Cambridge Energy Research Associates Week (CERAWeek). Purpose: The Global Energy and Environment Leadership award recognize the commitment of leadership to the… Continue reading PM received “Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award”
All-Woman crew of SCI Vessel makes history
What is the News? Union Minister has flagged off an all-women crew onboard Shipping Corporation of India(SCI) vessel named “MT Swarna Krishna”. This initiative was taken to celebrate International Women’s Day. What is the significance of this initiative? This is the first time in the world maritime history that a ship is being sailed by… Continue reading All-Woman crew of SCI Vessel makes history
DRDO tests Solid Fuel Ducted “Ramjet Technology”
What is the news? Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) successfully flight-tested Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology. What is Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR)? Developed by: Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet is a missile propulsion system. The system is based on the concept of the Ramjet Engine principle. It… Continue reading DRDO tests Solid Fuel Ducted “Ramjet Technology”
WHO released “World Report on Hearing”
What is the news? The World Health Organization(WHO) releases its first-ever World Report on Hearing. This report released on World Hearing Day (observed on 3rd March). About World Report on Hearing: The report has been developed in response to the World Health Assembly resolution adopted in 2017. The resolution aims to provide guidance for the… Continue reading WHO released “World Report on Hearing”
UNEP releases “Food Waste Index Report 2021”
What is the news? The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) releases the Food Waste Index Report 2021. About Food Waste Index Report, 2021: Aim: The Report aims at supporting the goals of SDG 12.3. It does so by presenting the most comprehensive food waste data collection and analysis. SDG Target 12.3: It aims to halve… Continue reading UNEP releases “Food Waste Index Report 2021”
China Approves Dam Building on “Brahmaputra River”
What is the news? Chinese Government approves dam-building on Brahmaputra river under its draft of the New Five year plan (2021-2025). What does the five-year plan provide? The New Five-year plan approves the dams to be built on the lower reaches of the Brahmaputra river. The river is also known as Yarlung Zangbo in Tibet.… Continue reading China Approves Dam Building on “Brahmaputra River”
“Miyawaki method” to create dense green patches
What is the News? Bombay Municipal Corporation(BMC) has been using the Miyawaki method to create tiny urban forests in the Metropolitan areas of Mumbai. What is the Miyawaki Method? Miyawaki is an afforestation method based on the work of Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki in the 1980s. Process of Miyawaki Method: Initially, native trees of the… Continue reading “Miyawaki method” to create dense green patches
