News of The Day – 2nd September 2024 SOURCES: The Hindu, Indian Express, Live Mint, Business Standard, Economic Times, and PIB. News Headline Source Syllabus What To Know? Paris Seeks UNESCO Heritage Status For Its Zinc Roofers The Hindu GS 1: Art Read More …
Day: September 2, 2024
Women & Child Safety in India
Context In recent weeks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has raised alarm over the increasing atrocities against women and the safety of children in India. His remarks come in the wake of shocking incidents, including the brutal rape and murder of Read More …
Global Fintech Fest 2024
Context The Prime Minister addressed the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2024 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. About GFF is collectively organized by the Payments Council of India, the National Payments Corporation of India and the Fintech Convergence Council. It aims to Read More …
Cyclone Storm Asna 2024
Context As per the India Meteorological Department (IMD) Cyclone Asna has formed over the Kutch coast in Gujarat and adjoining areas of Pakistan. About This is the first cyclonic storm in the Arabian Sea in August since 1976. The name Asna, which Read More …
Drone Technology in Indian Agriculture
Context Farmers in Bhagthala Khurd, Kapurthala, and Amritsar are using drones for spraying insecticides on their maize and moong vegetation. About The Indian drone market for agriculture is in its initial levels but suggests a promising growth. In Punjab, 93 Read More …
Grassroots democracy in J&K
Context Grassroots democracy in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) aims to create a bottom-up approach to governance, where local communities have a significant say in decision-making processes. This approach is crucial in a region with diverse cultures, languages, and geographical challenges. Read More …
Arsenic and Fluoride Groundwater Contamination
Context Rajasthan, India’s largest state, is facing a severe crisis of fluoride contamination in its groundwater resources. Among the affected regions, Jaisalmer district stands out as the worst-hit area in the country, with alarmingly high levels of fluoride in the Read More …