Context: Recent events, such as Russia hinting at the use of nuclear weapons against Ukraine and media like ‘Oppenheimer,’ have sparked global discussions about the history and consequences of nuclear weapons. What are nuclear weapons? Nuclear weapons are highly destructive devices that derive their power Read More …
Day: August 9, 2023
Bharat-net Project
Context: Recently, the Union Cabinet approved Rs 1.39 lakh crore for modernising the BharatNet project. This initiative involves changing its execution strategy and providing fiber connections to the last mile through Village Level Entrepreneurs. Tweaks in BharatNet Project Execution Strategy: Village Level Entrepreneurs Read More …
WTO’s 2023 World Trade Statistical Review (WTSR)
Context: Recently, the World Trade Organization (WTO) unveiled its annual flagship publication, the World Trade Statistical Review (WTSR) for 2023. Highlights From World Trade Statistical Review (WTSR) Global Exporters and Importers: India ranked 18th in merchandise exports and 7th in services exports. India was the 9th largest goods importer Read More …
Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2023
Context: Recently, the Parliament has passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2023 to amend the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957. PYQ: Q. “In spite of adverse environmental impact, coal mining is still inevitable for development”. Discuss. Read More …
Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
Context: FATF is looking to revise its current recommendations aimed at safeguarding non-profit organizations (NPO) from being abused for terrorist financing. PYQ: Q. Discuss how emerging technologies and globalisation contribute to money laundering. Elaborate measures to tackle the problem of money laundering Read More …
Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Context: West African bloc ECOWAS is set to hold discussions about Niger after the junta defies the deadline. About ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States): The Economic Community of West African States is a regional political and economic union of fifteen countries located in Read More …
75 Endemic Birds of India: Zoological Survey of India
Context: The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) recently published a report titled “75 Endemic Birds of India,” to commemorate the 108th anniversary of the foundation of the ZSI. Key Findings of the Report: India’s Rich Bird Diversity: India is home to 1,353 bird species, which represents Read More …
Deepor Beel
Context: Various initiatives have been launched by the local population in order to save the dying Deepor Beel. About Deepor Beel: It is one of the critical wetlands of the Brahmaputra Valley in lower Assam and the state’s lone Ramsar site (declared in 2002), Read More …
Conservation of Dolphin
Context: As per studies conducted on river dolphin, population of Gangetic River dolphin in the mainstream Ganga is known to be stable, although there has been decline in tributaries. About Gangetic River Dolphin: The Ganges River dolphin can only live in freshwater and Read More …
First Climate-adjusted Sovereign Credit Rating
Context: New research claimed to be the first climate-adjusted sovereign credit rating has found links between the creditworthiness of countries and the impact of climate change. More about the news: A team of economists at UEA and Cambridge used artificial intelligence (AI) to simulate Read More …