Source: The post India Needs to Prioritize Preventive Healthcare for a Healthier Future has been created, based on the article “ India Needs to Prioritise Preventive Care” published in “The Hindu” on 6th January 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper- 2- Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human… Continue reading India Needs to Prioritize Preventive Healthcare for a Healthier Future
The Power and Peril of Symbolism
Source: The post The Power and Peril of Symbolism has been created, based on the article “Symbolism must not become misplaced showmanship” published in “The Hindu” on 6th January 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 1- Indian History and Culture Context: The article discusses the critical role of symbolism in shaping identity, leadership, and historical… Continue reading The Power and Peril of Symbolism
Indus Valley Script
News: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister has announced a prize money of $1 million for experts or organisations that are successful in deciphering the scripts of Indus Valley Civilisation. About Indus Valley Script Evolution: During the early Harappan phase (3500-2700 BCE), the earliest examples of script signs are found on Ravi and Kot Diji pottery… Continue reading Indus Valley Script
Cowpea Explanation
News: ISRO’s PSLV-C60 POEM-4 Mission has achieved a milestone by germinating cowpea seeds under microgravity conditions within four days of the launch of the mission. About Cowpea The cowpea is an annual herbaceous legume within the pea family. The plant was originally domesticated in Africa. Presently, they are grown in semi-arid areas covering Africa, Asia,… Continue reading Cowpea Explanation
Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Explanation
News: Several state governments have issued health advisories after detection of the first Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Bengaluru. About HMPV It is a respiratory virus that causes upper respiratory infection and mild infections that are like common cold. Sometimes, it can also cause lower respiratory infections like pneumonia, asthma flare-ups or may deteriorate Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary… Continue reading Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Explanation
Badge engineering boosts carmakers market strategies
Source: The post Badge engineering boosts carmakers market strategies has been created, based on the article “What is ‘badge engineering’ in cars, how it helps customers, automakers” published in “Indian Express” on 6th January 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3-Effects of liberalisation on the economy Context: The article explains “badge engineering,” where carmakers share vehicle… Continue reading Badge engineering boosts carmakers market strategies
2024 Faces Uncertainty With Global Polycrises
Source: The post 2024 Faces Uncertainty With Global Polycrises has been created, based on the article “Steering towards stability after a year of uncertainty” published in “Indian Express” on 6th January 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- International Relations-Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Context: The article highlights… Continue reading 2024 Faces Uncertainty With Global Polycrises
Improving Social Security for Unorganised Workers
Source: The post Improving Social Security for Unorganised Workers has been created, based on the article “Building a system that sees the migrant worker” published in “Indian Express” on 6th January 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- Governance-Welfare schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Centre and States. Context: The article discusses the… Continue reading Improving Social Security for Unorganised Workers
Golden Jackal Explanation
News– Environmentalists say that golden jackals appear to be adapting to their changing environment and are no longer avoiding humans. About Golden Jackal The golden jackal, also referred to as the common jackal, is a medium-sized, wolf-like canid. Activity– In human-inhabited areas, they are strictly nocturnal, but in less-disturbed regions, they may exhibit partially diurnal… Continue reading Golden Jackal Explanation
Great Nicobar Island Project- Explained Pointwise
The Union Shipping Ministry has proposed new additions to the ₹72,000-crore mega-infrastructure project in Great Nicobar Island over the past eight months. These include an international cruise terminal, high-end tourism facilities, and a shipbreaking yard, as revealed in official documents. The Ministry has also sought 100 acres of land with a seafront for its proposals.… Continue reading Great Nicobar Island Project- Explained Pointwise
