Source: The post is based on the article “Explained: Interpol’s ICSE initiative on child sex abuse, now joined by the CBI” published in Indian Express on 11th July 2022. What is the News? India’s Central Bureau of Investigation has joined Interpol’s International Child Sexual Exploitation (ICSE) Initiative. What is the International Child Sexual Exploitation (ICSE)… Continue reading Explained: Interpol’s ICSE initiative on child sex abuse, now joined by the CBI
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Perovskite solar cell: New co-dopants identified can create better performing and more stable solar cells
Source: The post is based on the article “New co-dopants identified can create better performing and more stable solar cells” published in PIB on 12th July 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 Background3 What is a Perovskite solar cell?4 What is the study about? What is the News? Scientists have identified co-dopants that can increase… Continue reading Perovskite solar cell: New co-dopants identified can create better performing and more stable solar cells
Paper Import Monitoring System(PIMS) to come into effect from 1st October,2022
Source: The post is based on the article “Paper Import Monitoring System(PIMS) to come into effect from 1st October, 2022” published in PIB on 12th July 2022. What is the News? The Directorate General of Foreign Trade(DGFT) has introduced the Paper Import Monitoring System(PIMS) by amending the import policy of major paper products from ‘Free’… Continue reading Paper Import Monitoring System(PIMS) to come into effect from 1st October,2022
Re-wilding red pandas: Darjeeling zoo attempts country’s first augmentation of endangered mammal in the wild
Source: The post is based on the article “Re-wilding red pandas: Darjeeling zoo attempts country’s first augmentation of endangered mammal in the wild” published in The Hindu on 10th July 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Red Panda?3 What is Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park?4 What is Singalila National Park? What is the… Continue reading Re-wilding red pandas: Darjeeling zoo attempts country’s first augmentation of endangered mammal in the wild
Extremely dry winter in Western Mediterranean due to expansion of ‘Azores High
Source: The post is based on the article “Extremely dry winter in Western Mediterranean due to expansion of ‘Azores High” published in Down To Earth on 11th July 2022. What is the News? A study has revealed that an extremely large ‘Azores High’ has resulted in abnormally dry conditions across the western Mediterranean, including the… Continue reading Extremely dry winter in Western Mediterranean due to expansion of ‘Azores High
SII to launch vaccine to prevent Cervical Cancer
Source: The post is based on the article “SII to launch vaccine to prevent Cervical Cancer” published in The Hindu on 13th July 2022. What is the News? The Drugs Controller General of India(DCGI) has granted market authorisation to the Serum Institute of India(SII) for Quadrivalent Human Papillomavirus Vaccine(qHPV) against cervical cancer. What is Quadrivalent… Continue reading SII to launch vaccine to prevent Cervical Cancer
Somit Dasgupta writes: Bonn meet shows slim chance of action on climate change
Source: The post is based on an article “Bonn meets shows slim chance of action on climate change” published in the Indian Express on 13th July 2022. Syllabus: GS3 – Ecology and Environment Relevance: United Nations Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC) COP27 News: Recently, representatives from more than 100 countries met at Bonn to hold preliminary… Continue reading Somit Dasgupta writes: Bonn meet shows slim chance of action on climate change
Revise entire Sociology Optional for Mains 2022 with ForumIAS Sociology ATS+
Hi Aspirants We are coming up with Sociology Augmented Test Series (ATS+) for Mains 2022 (Comprehensive Crash Course cum Test series Program for students writing Mains 2022) starting from 17th July 2022. It is a Quick revision and Result Oriented preparation program to add that extra edge to your Sociology optional. We are inviting you for Offline Open Orientation Session which will be held on 15th July 2022. This session will… Continue reading Revise entire Sociology Optional for Mains 2022 with ForumIAS Sociology ATS+
Create more jobs, revamp employment policy
Source: The post is based on an article “Create more jobs, revamp employment policy” published in the “The Hindu” on 13th July 2022. Syllabus: GS3 – Economy – Issues related to growth and development Relevance: Employment Generation; News: The Government of India has recently announced a plan to create 10 lakh government jobs and fill… Continue reading Create more jobs, revamp employment policy
The scale of municipal finances is inadequate
Source: The post is based on an article “The scale of municipal finances is inadequate” published in the “The Hindu” on 13th July 2022. Syllabus: GS2 Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels and Challenges Therein. Relevance: Financial Issues in the ULBs News: Recently, the Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS) analysed data from… Continue reading The scale of municipal finances is inadequate
