Source: The post is based on the article “Draft National Deep Tech Startup Policy (NDTSP) Released for Public Consultation” published in PIB on 31st July 2023. What is the News? The National Consortium and Working Group set up by the Prime Minister’s Science, Technology, and Innovation Advisory Council has released the Draft National Deep Tech… Continue reading Draft National Deep Tech Startup Policy (NDTSP) Released for Public Consultation
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Cell-free DNA promises to transform how we find diseases
Source: The post is based on the article “Cell-free DNA promises to transform how we find diseases” published in The Hindu on 31st July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is cell-free DNA (cfDNA)?3 How are cell-free DNA (cfDNA) produced?4 What are the applications of cell-free DNA (cfDNA)? What is the News? Scientists have… Continue reading Cell-free DNA promises to transform how we find diseases
ISRO successfully conducts TransLunar Injection of Chandrayaan-3
Source: The post is based on the article “ISRO successfully conducts TransLunar Injection of Chandrayaan-3” published in The Hindu on 1st August 2023. What is the News? The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully performed the TransLunar Injection (TLI) to slingshot Chandrayaan-3 towards the moon. Note: TLI has been performed successfully on many missions… Continue reading ISRO successfully conducts TransLunar Injection of Chandrayaan-3
What is the Akira ransomware, and why has the government issued a warning against it?
Source: The post is based on the article “What is the Akira ransomware, and why has the government issued a warning against it?” published in The Hindu on 1st August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Akira?3 How does Akira infect devices?4 What does Akira do after infecting devices? What is the News?… Continue reading What is the Akira ransomware, and why has the government issued a warning against it?
DGT collaborates with Amazon Web Services India to offer skilling programs on emerging technologies
Source: The post is based on the article “DGT collaborates with Amazon Web Services India to offer skilling programs on emerging technologies” published in PIB on 31st July 2023. What is the News? The Directorate General of Training (DGT) is collaborating with Amazon Web Services (AWS) India to upskill students in emerging technologies. What is… Continue reading DGT collaborates with Amazon Web Services India to offer skilling programs on emerging technologies
In the wilderness: Forest Bill defeats purpose of the law
Source: The post is based on the article “In the wilderness: Forest Bill defeats purpose of the law” published in Business standard on 1st August 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment News: Last week, the Lok Sabha passed the Forest Conservation (Amendment) Bill, which makes significant changes to… Continue reading In the wilderness: Forest Bill defeats purpose of the law
A critical lapse in Jan Vishwas Bill
Source: The post is based on the article “A critical lapse in Jan Vishwas Bill” published in Business standard on 1st August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health News: This article discusses the Jan Vishwas Bill passed by Lok Sabha, which amends many provisions,… Continue reading A critical lapse in Jan Vishwas Bill
The debate on data
Source: The post is based on the article “The debate on data” published in “The Hindu” on 1st August 2023. Syllabus: GS3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth development and employment. News: The author discusses concerns over India’s statistical system and the accuracy of its data. Once admired globally,… Continue reading The debate on data
Preserving tribal culture: Odisha’s Special Development Councils model is worth emulating
Source: The post is based on the article “Preserving tribal culture: Odisha’s Special Development Councils model is worth emulating” published in The Hindu on 1st August 2023. Syllabus: GS 1 – Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India. News: The author discusses how tribal cultures are fading due to modern development. The Central government’s… Continue reading Preserving tribal culture: Odisha’s Special Development Councils model is worth emulating
Recalibrating India’s clean cooking strategy
Source– The post is based on the article “Recalibrating India’s clean cooking strategy” published in “The Hindu” on 1st August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Infrastructure: Energy Relevance: Issues related to cooking fuels News- The article explains the issues related to LPG adoption in India and need for alternate clean cooking fuels. What are efforts by the… Continue reading Recalibrating India’s clean cooking strategy
