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Analysing the Gender Budget of 2024-25 Subject: Economy Sec: Fiscal Policy Context: Women-led development remains at the core of announcements made by the Finance Minister (FM) in this year’s Budget. This commitment to women empowerment was reflected in Budget allocations to pro-women programmes, as reported by the Gender Budget Statement (GBS). The GB […]
When physics merged with biology to revolutionise ophthalmology Sub: Sci Sec: Health Context: Physics and Ophthalmology (study of medical conditions relating to the eye), two seemingly disparate fields came together to revolutionise vision correction through the use of LASER. What is stimulated emission? The concept of stimulated emission was first introduced by Albert […]
Vadhavan Port: A Strategic Boost for India’s Trade with West Asia and Europe Sub: Geo Sec: Eco geo Why in News? The Vadhavan Port, a significant infrastructure project set to enhance India’s maritime trade connectivity, will soon see a groundbreaking ceremony led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This port is poised to play […]
Reviving the Northern Bald Ibis: Pioneering Conservation Efforts Restore Lost Migration Paths Sub: Env Sec: Species in news Why in News Conservationists have successfully increased the population of the once-extinct northern bald ibis in central Europe through innovative rewilding and breeding programs. This breakthrough not only signifies a major triumph in avian conservation […]
Daily Prelims Notes 30 August 2024 Table Of Contents Reviving the Northern Bald Ibis: Pioneering Conservation Efforts Restore Lost Migration Paths Vadhavan Port: A Strategic Boost for India’s Trade with West Asia and Europe When physics merged with biology to revolutionise ophthalmology Analysing the Gender Budget of 2024-25 INS Arighaat, India’s second nuclear […]
Current Chandipura virus infection in India considered the largest in 20 years: WHO Subject: Science and Tech Sec: Disease Context: The current outbreak of Chandipura virus (CHPV) infection in India is considered the largest in the past 20 years and while authorities are making efforts to control the transmission of CHPV, further transmission […]
How ISRO designed humanoid skull which will be used in Gaganyaan Subject: Science and Tech Sec: Space Sector Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO’s) uncrewed Gaganyaan mission in 2025 will carry the female half humanoid Vyomitra (literally “space friend”). The design for Vyomitra’s skull, fashioned by ISRO’s Inertial Systems Unit in the […]
Centre Agrees to Further Talks with Trade Unions on Labour Codes and Related Issues Sub : Eco Sec: Unemployment and Inflation Why This is in the News: Recent discussions between the union Labour minister and Central Trade Unions (CTUs) have brought key labour-related concerns to the forefront. The CTUs have expressed dissatisfaction with […]
Microplastic Pollution in Indian Personal Care Products: An Emerging Concern Sub: Env Sec: Pollution Why in News: A recent study revealed significant microplastic contamination in personal care products (PCPs) in India, raising concerns about environmental and health impacts. A study published in the Emerging Contaminants journal, led by Riya K. Alex from the […]
Strategizing Climate Research for Effective Disaster Management in India Sub: Eco Sec: External Sector Why This is in News: The increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters in India highlight the urgent need to translate climate research into actionable disaster management strategies. The focus is shifting from purely academic research to practical applications […]