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
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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
Rhino horns trafficked with impunity: report
Source: The post is based on the article “Rhino horns trafficked with impunity: report” published in The Hindu on 17th November 2022 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are the key findings of the report?3 What are the recommendations given by the report?4 What is the Wildlife Justice Commission? What is the News? The Wildlife… Continue reading Rhino horns trafficked with impunity: report
This unseating of vice chancellors is faulty
Source– The post is based on the article “This unseating of vice chancellors is faulty” published in The Hindu on 17th November 2022. Syllabus: GS2 – Polity Relevance: Centre-state ralations News- The article explains the issue related to appointment of vice chancellors of University. Contents1 What is this issue all about?2 What is the core… Continue reading This unseating of vice chancellors is faulty
