Source- This post on Shiveluch Volcano has been created based on the article “Shiveluch volcano erupts after 7.0 magnitude earthquake strikes off eastern Russian coast” published in “ANI” on 22 August 2024. Why in News? The Shiveluch volcano in Russia recently erupted following a 7.0-magnitude earthquake that occurred off the country’s eastern coast. About Shiveluch… Continue reading Shiveluch Volcano
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ICGS Sujay
Source- This post on ICGS Sujay has been created based on the article “ICGS Sujay makes port call in Indonesia for a two-day visit as part of overseas deployment to East Asia” published in “PIB” on 22 August 2024. Why in News? Recently, ICGS Sujay made a port call in Jakarta, Indonesia. About ICGS Sujay… Continue reading ICGS Sujay
India-Malaysia Relations- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
During the recent visit of the Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim, India-Malaysia relations were upgraded to ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’. It was noted during the visit that India and Malaysia have close similarities as both are ‘multicultural, multi-ethnic and multi-religious countries‘. Several key agreements were signed during the visit, providing impetus for the deepening of India-Malaysia relations.… Continue reading India-Malaysia Relations- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Dark Patterns- Concerns and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
According to a recently released report by the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) and product design studio Parallel, many top Indian apps have been found to employ dark patterns/deceptive patterns. Amid a rise in online shopping and an increase in the number of internet users, which is expected to touch 900 million by 2025,… Continue reading Dark Patterns- Concerns and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Did not clear Prelims 2024? Don’t screw up CSE 2025! ( Part 1/2 )
WARNING ! This article is not intended for people writing Mains 2024. It is recommended to skip reading this, but they may forward this to someone who has not cleared Prelims 2024 “I did not clear Prelims.” This time also.” Excepting the odd 12,000-15,000 people who are writing Mains every year, this is the… Continue reading Did not clear Prelims 2024? Don’t screw up CSE 2025! ( Part 1/2 )
Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre
Source- This post on Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre has been created based on the article “Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurates new state-of-the-art ICG Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre building in Chennai” published in PIB on 18th August 2024. Why in News? Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh recently inaugurated the new Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Maritime… Continue reading Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre
Lateral Entry into Civil Services- Rationale and Criticisms- Explained pointwise
The UPSC has brought the issue of lateral entry into civil services back into focus by inviting applications for 45 posts, from talented and motivated Indian nationals for the roles of Joint Secretary, Director, and Deputy Secretary in 24 Union government ministries. However, opposition parties have criticized the policy of lateral entry into civil services,… Continue reading Lateral Entry into Civil Services- Rationale and Criticisms- Explained pointwise
Inflation Management in India- Challenges and Way Forward- Explained Pointwise
The economic survey 2023-24 has suggested changes in India’s Inflation management approach. The economic survey has proposed removal of food prices from India’s inflation target. It suggests shifting of inflation targeting in India from the ‘headline‘ to ‘core‘ inflation. However, there are concerns whether the exclusion of food items, will yield the desired results. In… Continue reading Inflation Management in India- Challenges and Way Forward- Explained Pointwise
Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP)
Source- This post on Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP) has been created based on the article “Greening in India gets a boost with Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP) SOP launched by Shri Sarbananda Sonowal” published in “PIB” on 17 August 2024. Why in News? Recently, the Union Minister of Port Shipping and Waterways officially launched… Continue reading Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP)
Horticulture Sector in India- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Horticulture sector in India has been identified as a sunrise sector by the government of India. The recently launched Clean Plant Programme (CPP), by the government of India, aims to increase the yield and productivity of horticulture crops in India. The focus of the Indian diet, shifting from mere calorie security to a nutrition-secure mindset,… Continue reading Horticulture Sector in India- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
