News: Recently, demand for Bollgard-3 in Punjab has increased ahead of the cotton sowing season. About Bollgard 3 This genetically modified (GM) cotton variety is resistant to pests and was developed by Monsanto over a decade ago. It demonstrates exceptional resistance to insect attacks. The variety incorporates three Bt proteins—Cry1Ac, Cry2Ab, and Vip3A—which disrupt the… Continue reading Bollgard 3
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Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)
News: Recently, Punjab has fully utilized the Rs 4,713 crore provided by the Centre through the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) scheme. About Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) It is a financing scheme launched by the Government of India in July 2020 to provide medium to long-term funding for the development of post-harvest agriculture infrastructure. Aim: It… Continue reading Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)
How AI Can Improve India’s Justice System
Source: The post How AI Can Improve India’s Justice System has been created, based on the article “Law, order and AI: New technologies can enable greater efficiency and transparency in tackling crime and delivering justice” published in “Indian Express” on 5th March 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3-Science and technology Context: The article discusses how… Continue reading How AI Can Improve India’s Justice System
More Solar Missions Launched as Sun’s Activity Peaks
Source: The post More Solar Missions Launched as Sun’s Activity Peaks has been created, based on the article “NASA’s PUNCH set to lift off: Why there has been an increase in the launch of solar missions” published in “Indian Express” on 5th March 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3-Science and technology-Awareness in the fields of… Continue reading More Solar Missions Launched as Sun’s Activity Peaks
Ukraine’s Invasion Exposed Global Security Failures
Source: The post Ukraine’s Invasion Exposed Global Security Failures has been created, based on the article “Pratap Bhanu Mehta writes: After Ukraine, imperialism is now the norm” published in “Indian Express” on 5th March 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2– International relations-Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Context:… Continue reading Ukraine’s Invasion Exposed Global Security Failures
India’s First Comprehensive River Dolphin Survey
News: The Wildlife Institute of India, under the Union Environment Ministry, conducted the first-ever comprehensive population estimation survey of river dolphins in India between 2021 and 2023. This survey covered the main channels and tributaries of the Ganga and Brahmaputra rivers, as well as the Beas River in Punjab. Key Findings from the First Comprehensive… Continue reading India’s First Comprehensive River Dolphin Survey
India’s Agriculture Exports
News: India’s agriculture trade surplus is shrinking due to rising imports of pulses and edible oils, despite steady growth in farm exports. While exports of basmati rice, spices, coffee, and tobacco are poised to reach new highs in 2024-25, imports of key agricultural commodities have surged. About India’s Agriculture Exports Agricultural exports grew by 6.5%,… Continue reading India’s Agriculture Exports
Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC)
News: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP that multiple electors have been assigned identical EPIC numbers, raising concerns about electoral integrity ahead of the state elections. About Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC) An Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC) is issued to all registered voters to prevent impersonation during elections. It serves as… Continue reading Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC)
Trump’s Tariff Plan Threatens India’s Exports
Source: The post Trump’s Tariff Plan Threatens India’s Exports has been created, based on the article “Trump’s America First, an opening for Indian farms” published in “Indian Express” on 3rd March 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- International Relations-Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Context: The article discusses… Continue reading Trump’s Tariff Plan Threatens India’s Exports
How AI Power is Shifting Globally
Source: The post How AI Power is Shifting Globally has been created, based on the article “On AI, the big leap India needs” published in “Indian Express” on 1st March 2025. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3- Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Context: The article discusses the shifting AI… Continue reading How AI Power is Shifting Globally
