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Centre proposes 2022-23 as new base year for GDP Sub: Eco Sec: National Income The Centre is proposing 2022-23 as the new base year for GDP calculations, with the first data expected to be published by February 2026. This revision comes under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), and a similar […]
Hurricane Helene leaves at least 69 dead as losses of a lifetime devastate residents Sub : Geo Sec: Climatology Context: Hurricane Helene has caused massive flooding and damage to property and infrastructure in southeastern US. What is Hurricane: A hurricane is a powerful and destructive tropical storm characterized by strong winds, heavy rainfall, […]
How Mars’ atmosphere went missing: New study offers clues Sub: Sci Sec: Space sector Water on Mars: Mars today is a cold and barren desert. However, water flowed on the Martian surface once upon a time. Existing theories suggest that a thick atmosphere would have enveloped the planet, to keep the water flowing […]
A rice variety that can address farm fires in Punjab and Haryana Sub: Sci Sec: Biotech Context: IARI has developed a new rice variety Pusa-2090, which can be a viable replacement to the popular Pusa-44 variety that has caused environmental concerns. Pusa-44 Paddy variety: Developed by the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New […]
Karnataka to Launch Cauvery Aarti: A Symbol of Cultural and Religious Significance Sub : Geo Sec: Mapping Why in News The Karnataka government is set to launch a symbolic Cauvery Aarti at Srirangapatna on October 3, 2024, during the first day of the Dasara celebrations. Inspired by the famous Ganga Aarti at Varanasi […]
Assessing Permafrost Collapse: India’s Arctic Expedition for Climate Disaster Prevention Sub : Geo Sec: Climatology Why in News Glaciologist S.N. Remya from Kerala, currently part of India’s Arctic Expedition at the Himadri research station in Norway, is studying permafrost collapse—a significant concern due to climate change. Her research focuses on the potential disaster […]
Quest for Dark Matter: A Struggle Against the ‘Neutrino Fog’ Sub : Sci Sec: Space Why in News On August 28, 2024, members of the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment presented a significant announcement at conferences in Chicago and São Paulo. The LZ experiment, situated 1.5 kilometers below the Earth’s surface at the Sanford Underground […]
India signs agreement to protect marine life in the high seas Sub: IR Context: India signs the BBJN Treaty. Signed by: S Jaishankar, India’s External Affairs Minister Date: September 25, 2024 Location: United Nations General Assembly, New York 91 countries have signed so far India’s Involvement: Approved joining in July 2024 Aims to […]
Common Practice Standards must have India outlook Sub: economy Agroforestry: Agroforestry is a land use management system where trees or shrubs are grown around or among crops or pastureland. This practice combines agriculture and forestry to create more diverse, productive, profitable, healthy, and sustainable land-use systems. India has a significant opportunity in agroforestry, […]
Concerns Over Adulteration in Tirupati Laddu Ghee: A Detailed Analysis Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why In News The iconic Tirupati laddu prasadams, known for their religious and cultural significance, have come under scrutiny after reports suggested that the ghee used in their preparation may have been adulterated with fats from multiple sources, including […]