Source– The post is based on the article “Consumption-based poverty estimates have relevance” published in “The Hindu” on 16th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to Poverty Relevance: Measurement of poverty News– A recent report by NITI Aayog on multidimensional poverty shows that the percentage of the poor has gone down from 25% in 2015-16… Continue reading Consumption-based poverty estimates have relevance
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Reclaiming India’s past- Greater focus and investment are required to understand the evolution of India’s diverse and inclusive cultural heritage
Source: The post is based on the article “Reclaiming India’s past- Greater focus and investment are required to understand the evolution of India’s diverse and inclusive cultural heritage” published in “Business standard” on 16th August 2023. Syllabus: GS1- Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. News: In this article, the author emphasizes India’s rich… Continue reading Reclaiming India’s past- Greater focus and investment are required to understand the evolution of India’s diverse and inclusive cultural heritage
Our millennial attitudes are in uneven transition
Source: The post is based on the article “Our millennial attitudes are in uneven transition” published in “Live Mint” on 16th August 2023. Syllabus: GS1- Society (social changes) News: In this article author discusses findings from a survey on Indian millennials’ views on population growth, family values, and social biases. It highlights their mixed feelings… Continue reading Our millennial attitudes are in uneven transition
So Much Data But Not Much Protection
Source: The post is based on the article “So Much Data But Not Much Protection” published in “Times of India” on 16th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. News: In this article, the author criticizes India’s new Digital Personal… Continue reading So Much Data But Not Much Protection
The 2047 Dream- Developed country? Provided India undertakes a tough but doable set of internal reforms
Source: The post is based on the article “The 2047 Dream- Developed country? Provided India undertakes a tough but doable set of internal reforms” published in “Times of India” on 16th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. & GS3- growth, development and… Continue reading The 2047 Dream- Developed country? Provided India undertakes a tough but doable set of internal reforms
Scientists detect ‘microplastics’ in human heart for first time: Report
Source: The post is based on the article “Scientists detect ‘microplastics’ in human heart for first time: Report” published in Hindustan Times on 16th August 2023. Contents1 What is the news?2 What are the issues with the findings?3 What are Microplastics?4 What is the news?5 Who was Matangini Hazra?6 Who was Kanaklata Barua? What is the news? Scientists at Beijing… Continue reading Scientists detect ‘microplastics’ in human heart for first time: Report
Not Just Moon: Isro’s Aditya-L1, India’s first Solar mission, reaches spaceport
Source: The post is based on the article “Not Just Moon: Isro’s Aditya-L1, India’s first Solar mission, reaches spaceport” published in The Times of India on 16th August 2023. What is the news? India’s first solar mission, Aditya-L1 is expected to be launched by late August or early September. About Aditya – L1 Mission Read Here: India’s first mission to… Continue reading Not Just Moon: Isro’s Aditya-L1, India’s first Solar mission, reaches spaceport
Metagenome sequencing is transforming pathogen surveillance
Source: The post is based on the article “Metagenome sequencing is transforming pathogen surveillance” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. Contents1 What is the news?2 What is Genome Sequencing?3 What are the different genome sequencing technologies that help in surveillance of COVID-19 and other diseases?4 What are other areas of application of genome sequencing? What is the news?… Continue reading Metagenome sequencing is transforming pathogen surveillance
Less than 1% mitigation & adaptation funding went to world’s indigenous groups despite more commitment: Report
Source: The post is based on the article “Less than 1% mitigation & adaptation funding went to world’s indigenous groups despite more commitment: Report” published in Down To Earth on 11th August 2023. What is the News? A report has been released on the initial phase of the Inclusive Conservation Initiative (ICI). The report highlights… Continue reading Less than 1% mitigation & adaptation funding went to world’s indigenous groups despite more commitment: Report
SC plans expansion of infra; e-Courts to offer national link
Source: The post is based on the article “SC plans expansion of infra; e-Courts to offer national link” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. What is the News? The Chief Justice of India has announced a plan to expand the Supreme Court with 27 additional courts and 51 judges’ chambers. Currently, the Supreme… Continue reading SC plans expansion of infra; e-Courts to offer national link
