Source: The post is based on the article “Net zero emissions target” published in PIB on 3rd August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 India’s Greenhouse emissions:3 India’s Net Zero Emissions Target:4 What are the steps taken by India to address the growing environmental problems in the country? What is the News? Union Minister of… Continue reading Net zero emissions target
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NHAI Launches ‘Rajmargyatra’ a Unified Mobile Application for National Highway Users
Source: The post is based on the article “NHAI Launches ‘Rajmargyatra’ a Unified Mobile Application for National Highway Users” published in PIB on 3rd August 2023. What is the News? The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched the ‘Rajmargyatra’ app. What is Rajmargyatra? Rajmargyatra is a citizen-centric unified mobile application. It empowers travelers… Continue reading NHAI Launches ‘Rajmargyatra’ a Unified Mobile Application for National Highway Users
Rajya Sabha passes Mediation Bill, 2021
Source: The post is based on the article “Rajya Sabha passes Mediation Bill, 2021” published in The Economic Times on 1st August 2023. What is the News? Rajya Sabha has passed the Mediation Bill 2021. What is Mediation? Mediation is a type of ADR (alternative dispute resolution), where a dispute is referred to a neutral… Continue reading Rajya Sabha passes Mediation Bill, 2021
Union Minister says, NIDHI program has various components to support innovations, startups and startup incubation ecosystem in the country
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Minister says, NIDHI program has various components to support innovations, startups and startup incubation ecosystem in the country” published in PIB on 3rd August 2023. What is the News? The Union Minister of Science & Technology (DST) has informed Lok Sabha about the NIDHI Program. What… Continue reading Union Minister says, NIDHI program has various components to support innovations, startups and startup incubation ecosystem in the country
Ministry of Education launches Study In India portal for international students
Source: The post is based on the article “Ministry of Education launches Study In India portal for international students” published in PIB on 3rd August 2023. What is the News? The Union Minister of Education and Union External Affairs Minister have jointly launched Study in India Portal. What is Study in India Portal? Study in… Continue reading Ministry of Education launches Study In India portal for international students
Amid row, Data Protection Bill tabled
Source: The post is based on the article “Amid row, Data Protection Bill tabled” published in The Hindu on 4th August 2023 What is the News? Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023 has been introduced in the Lok Sabha. The Bill seeks to provide for the protection of personal data and the privacy of individuals.… Continue reading Amid row, Data Protection Bill tabled
Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for license
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for license” published in The Hindu on 5th August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What does the HSN Code 8471 say?3 What are the exemptions provided under this order?4 Why has the government imposed these restrictions?5 What is… Continue reading Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for license
Age of consent: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is age of consent?3 What are the salient features of POCSO Act?4 What are the judgements of various High Courts?5 What are the issues with current age of consent?6 What should be the way forward?7 Conclusion Introduction Recently, the Bombay High Court said that it is high… Continue reading Age of consent: Explained, pointwise
Prelims Marathon – History – Other Provincial Kingdoms – August 4th – 2023
Dear Friends,
We are posting prelims marathon MCQs for today. In this initiative, you can attempt 10 subjective MCQs on a daily basis. For schedule, refer to the archive link given below.
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I August 3rd, 2023
Dear Friends, Following are answers to Mains Marathon questions, we posted yesterday. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. Every morning, we post 2 questions are based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the exam.… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I August 3rd, 2023
