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Daily Prelims Notes 30 January 2025 1. Russia, in bid to retain military bases, holds talks with Syria Sub : IR Sec: Places in news Context: Russia recently held “frank” discussions with Syria’s new de facto leader, Mohammed al-Jolani, as it seeks to maintain control over its two military bases in Syria. Background: […]
Daily Prelims Notes 29 January 2025 1. Lab holding Ebola sample in Goma is at risk: Red Cross Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) issued a warning regarding the ongoing conflict in the city of Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The ICRC expressed […]
DAILY PRELIMS NOTES 28 JANUARY 2025 1. Government Begins Search for Successor to SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch Sub : Eco Sec: Capital Market Why in News? The Government of India has started the process of appointing a new SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) chairperson, as Madhabi Puri Buch’s tenure ends […]
DAILY PRELIMS NOTES 27 JANUARY 2025 1. Health Crisis Among Assam Tea Workers: Post-TB Fungal Infection and Nutritional Challenges Sub : Sci Sec :Health Why in News A recent study has brought to light the alarming prevalence of Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis (CPA), a life-threatening fungal infection, among tuberculosis (TB) survivors in Assam’s tea […]
Nano-urea reduced grain yield: study Sub : Sci Sec: Nanotech Context :- One of the largest and most sustained trials analysing the impact of nano-urea on crop yields has concluded that its continued use could reduce yields of rice and wheat, which together constitute about 70% of India’s annual foodgrains output. Importance of […]
Vande Bharat Express Reaches Kashmir Valley Sub: Geo Sec: Indian Mapping Context : On the eve of Republic Day, the Vande Bharat Express achieved a significant milestone by entering the Kashmir Valley for the first time. Following two months of trial runs, the train traversed the challenging high-altitude terrain of the Pir Panjal […]
362 border villages to get 4G mobile connectivity by June, says Amit Shah Sub: Schemes Sec: Security Context: Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that by June, 362 villages along the northern border will receive 4G connectivity under the Vibrant Village Programme. Vibrant Village Programme: The programme envisages coverage of border villages on Northern […]
India and Indonesia stress peace in ASEAN region Sub: IR Sec: Places in news Context: At a recent meeting at Hyderabad House, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to maintaining peace, security, and freedom of navigation in Southeast Asia. The Indonesian President is the chief guest at […]
Project Stargate: America’s Bid to Dominate Artificial Intelligence Sub: Sci Sec: Awareness of Computer and AI Why in News The United States has launched Project Stargate, a $500-billion initiative spearheaded by President Donald Trump. This ambitious project seeks to establish the U.S. as the global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), amidst increasing competition […]
India’s Revised Obesity Guidelines Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why in News India has updated its obesity diagnosis and treatment guidelines after 15 years. This revision aligns with a global call for recalibration of how obesity is measured and takes into account recent findings on fat distribution and health risks, particularly in the Asian […]