What is Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)? Who are its members? What are its objectives? What are the major initiatives taken by IORA? Read further to know more. India is a peninsular nation with the Indian Ocean on its three sides. India's geographic location makes the Indian Ocean a key … [Read more...] about IORA: Indian Ocean Rim Association
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Electromagnetic Waves
Energy is defined as the ability to do work. People uses energy to walk, cook, communicate, read, etc. Do you know how this energy is transported in the world around us? Is the terms light and electromagnetic waves referring to the same phenomenon? Read the article to answer these … [Read more...] about Electromagnetic Waves
Chemicals in Everyday Life
Can you imagine a day without bathing having food or wearing a dress? The materials we use like soaps, sprays, cosmetics, detergents, toothpaste, etc, are composed of several chemicals. Because of how much chemistry has impacted our lives, we are constantly exposed to chemicals without even … [Read more...] about Chemicals in Everyday Life
PM-Development Initiative for North-East Region (PM-DevINE)
PM-Development Initiative for North-East Region (PM-DevINE), a new scheme for the development of the northeast region of India has been announced. The scheme will result in the development of infrastructure, auxiliary industries, social development initiatives, and employment in the region. Read … [Read more...] about PM-Development Initiative for North-East Region (PM-DevINE)
Jyotirao Phule
Numerous socio-religious reformers of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries have put tremendous efforts into building a socially awakened India. Jyotirao Phule was one such reformer whose efforts in fighting against the caste system are remembered till date. The world-renowned political … [Read more...] about Jyotirao Phule
Drone Rules: An unmanned expedition to uncharted territories
Drones, also referred to as unmanned aircraft systems, are advantageous for nearly every industry. What are the prevailing drone rules in India regarding the operations of drones? Read more to find more. Do you know that drones were initially developed for use by military forces? But … [Read more...] about Drone Rules: An unmanned expedition to uncharted territories
Integrated Theatre Commands: All you need to know
As part of defence reforms after the appointment of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), the government is working on the formation of Integrated Theatre Commands. What are Integrated Theatre Commands? What are the advantages and challenges associated with this? Read here. The appointment of … [Read more...] about Integrated Theatre Commands: All you need to know
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme is a campaign of the government of India to address the issue of the declining child sex ratio in India. It focuses on multi-sector action and keeps widening the area of impact. Read here to know the details of the scheme. Since 1961, there has been a steady drop in … [Read more...] about Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme
Sri Lankan economic crisis
Do you know about the recent Sri Lankan economic crisis? What could be the possible reasons that have led to such a situation? Read further to know more. A United Nations Development Programme survey conducted in 2022 and 2023 found that 55.7% of Sri Lanka’s population, or 12.34 million people, are … [Read more...] about Sri Lankan economic crisis
Initial Public Offering: Shares to the Public for Trading
Recently, LIC filed it's Draft Red Herring Prospectus(DRHP) for mega Initial Public Offerings with the SEBI. What is an IPO? Who can invest in this? Read further to know about IPO. We all know that LIC is fully owned by the government, and also has the biggest share in India's insurance … [Read more...] about Initial Public Offering: Shares to the Public for Trading
