Source: The post is based on the article “Lemru Elephant Corridor: Coal Ministry ensures utmost Environ care while Enhancing Coal Production” published in “PIB” on 26th October 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Coal has excluded certain coal mines from development to protect forest areas including the Lemru Elephant Corridor. Where is Lemru… Continue reading Lemru Elephant Corridor: Coal Ministry ensures utmost Environ care while Enhancing Coal Production
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Lok Sabha’s Ethics Committee: its history, constitution and members
Source: The post is based on the article “Lok Sabha’s Ethics Committee: its history, constitution and members” published in “Indian Express” on 26th October 2023 Why in News? Lok Sabha Speaker has referred a “cash-for-query” complaint made by an MP against another MP to the Lok Sabha Ethics Committee. What is Lok Sabha Ethics Committee?… Continue reading Lok Sabha’s Ethics Committee: its history, constitution and members
CBI launches Operation Chakra-II: What it is and why Microsoft and Amazon are part of this
Source: The post is based on the article “CBI launches Operation Chakra-II: What it is and why Microsoft and Amazon are part of this” published in “TOI” on 25th October 2023 What is the News? The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched Operation Chakra-II. What is Operation Chakra-II? Launched by: Central Bureau of Investigation… Continue reading CBI launches Operation Chakra-II: What it is and why Microsoft and Amazon are part of this
Delhi govt to use dust suppressants to combat poor AQI: what are they and do they work?
Source: The post is based on the article “Delhi govt to use dust suppressants to combat poor AQI: what are they and do they work?” published in “Indian Express” on 25th October 2023 What is the News? Dust suppressants are being used in Delhi to reduce pollution from dust. What are Dust suppressants? Dust suppressants… Continue reading Delhi govt to use dust suppressants to combat poor AQI: what are they and do they work?
Food labels to have QR code to help the visually disabled
Source: The post is based on the article “Food labels to have QR code to help the visually disabled” published in “The Hindu” on 24th October 2023 What is the News? The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) has recommended the use of Quick Response(QR) codes on food products. What is Food Safety and… Continue reading Food labels to have QR code to help the visually disabled
Understanding the components of a SIM card, its functions and working
Source: The post is based on the article “Understanding the components of a SIM card, its functions and working” published in “The Hindu” on 25th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is a SIM Card?3 What information does a SIM card store?4 What is eSIM? What is the News? Over the years, the… Continue reading Understanding the components of a SIM card, its functions and working
Centre to introduce DNA, face matching systems at police stations across country
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre to introduce DNA, face matching systems at police stations across country” published in “The Hindu” on 25th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 Which act allows the government to implement DNA and face matching systems at police stations?3 How is the government implementing DNA and… Continue reading Centre to introduce DNA, face matching systems at police stations across country
Telangana’s law under scanner: How preventive detention works
Source: The post is based on the article “Telangana’s law under scanner: How preventive detention works” published in “The Hindu” on 25th October 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Preventive Detention?3 Under what laws can the state order preventive detention?4 What is the procedure for Preventive Detention?5 How do courts assess detention orders?… Continue reading Telangana’s law under scanner: How preventive detention works
Minister of Cooperation inaugurated IFFCO’s Nano DAP (Liquid) plant at Kalol in Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Source: The post is based on the article “Minister of Cooperation inaugurated IFFCO’s Nano DAP (Liquid) plant at Kalol in Gandhinagar, Gujarat” published in “PIB” on 24th October 2023 What is the News? The Union Minister of Cooperation has inaugurated IFFCO’s Nano DAP (Liquid) Plant at Kalol in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. What is Nano DAP? Nano-DAP… Continue reading Minister of Cooperation inaugurated IFFCO’s Nano DAP (Liquid) plant at Kalol in Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Losses from extreme events over 31 years were $3.8 trillion
Source: The post is based on the article “Losses from extreme events over 31 years were $3.8 trillion” published in “The Hindu” on 25th October 2023 What is the News? The Food and Agriculture Organization(FAO) has released a report titled ‘The Impact of Disaster on Agriculture and Food Security’. What are the key findings of… Continue reading Losses from extreme events over 31 years were $3.8 trillion
