Yes, the Indian Air Force needs a new doctrine

Source: The post is based on an article “Yes, the Indian Air Force needs a new doctrine” published in The Hindu on 19th November 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 – Security Relevance: challenges with the Indian Air Force. News: There has been an increase in the indigenization of the defense sectors in India which is leading India towards the… Continue reading Yes, the Indian Air Force needs a new doctrine

The Governor is under the Constitution, not above it

Source: The post is based on an article “The Governor is under the Constitution, not above it” published in The Hindu on 19th November 2022. Syllabus: GS 2- Governance Relevance: concerns associated with misuse of powers by the Governor News: The misuse of power by the governor in some states has created a tussle with the state governments.… Continue reading The Governor is under the Constitution, not above it

India and Russia agree to deepen cooperation on counter-terrorism at UN

Source: The post is based on the article “India and Russia agree to deepen cooperation on counter-terrorism at UN” published in The Hindu on 19th November 2022 What is the News? India and Russia has agreed to “deepen cooperation” on counter-terrorism issues and “enhance bilateral coordination” at the United Nations. What are the key takeaways… Continue reading India and Russia agree to deepen cooperation on counter-terrorism at UN

India’s first private rocket lifts off from ISRO spaceport

Source: The post is based on the article “India’s first private rocket lifts off from ISRO spaceport” published in The Hindu on 19th November 2022 What is the News? India’s first privately developed rocket, Vikram-S was successfully launched from Indian Space Research Organisation’s(ISRO) launchpad in Sriharikota. What is Vikram S? Source: Skyroot Vikram S has… Continue reading India’s first private rocket lifts off from ISRO spaceport

Aadhaar norms for prisoners simplified; Home Ministry calls for camps at all prisons for enrolment or update

Source: The post is based on the article “Aadhaar norms for prisoners simplified; Home Ministry calls for camps at all prisons for enrolment or update” published in The Hindu on 19th November 2022 What is the News? The Ministry of Home Affairs has released the Standard Operating Procedure(SOP) for Aadhar enrollment of Prisoners. What are… Continue reading Aadhaar norms for prisoners simplified; Home Ministry calls for camps at all prisons for enrolment or update

Sweet, not protein, in bamboo fruits triggers rat boom

Source: The post is based on the article “Sweet, not protein, in bamboo fruits triggers rat boom” published in The Hindu on 19th November 2022 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Melocanna baccifera?3 How is Melocanna baccifera associated with famines in northeast India?4 Why do rats get attracted to the fruits produced by Melocanna… Continue reading Sweet, not protein, in bamboo fruits triggers rat boom

50% mangroves in India to vanish by 2070: Study

Source: The post is based on the article “50% mangroves in India to vanish by 2070: Study” published in The Hindu on 19th November 2022 What is the News? A study was conducted on the condition of mangroves in India by Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences(BSIP). What are the key findings of the study? Impact… Continue reading 50% mangroves in India to vanish by 2070: Study

Draft digital data protection Bill tabled for comments

Source: The post is based on the following articles: a) “Draft digital data protection Bill tabled for comments” published in The Hindu on 19th November 2022 b) “Draft digital personal data protection bill: Govt exemptions ‘vague’, little regulator independence, say experts” published in Indian Express on 19th November 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 About… Continue reading Draft digital data protection Bill tabled for comments

Weighing in on PMGKAY, the free grains scheme

Source– The post is based on the article “Weighing in on PMGKAY, the free grains scheme” published in The Hindu on 18th November 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Welfare Schemes Relevance: Implementation of schemes News- The article explains the issue related to welfare schemes. Contents1 What are the provisions of PMGKAY?2 What are the reasons for extending… Continue reading Weighing in on PMGKAY, the free grains scheme

Opaque political financing could cost democracy dear

Source– The post is based on the article “Opaque political financing could cost democracy dear” published in The Hindu on 18th November 2022. Syllabus: GS2-Polity Relevance: Electoral Bonds News- The article explains the issue related to political financing. Contents1 What is the issue all about?2 What is the role of political financing in political competition?3… Continue reading Opaque political financing could cost democracy dear

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