Current Affairs Notes

The Skill India Mission has completed 8 years since it was launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. India has a large population of youth which enhances its potential to have a skillful workforce. Read here to understand how the Skill India Mission helps tap the … [Read more...] about Skill India Mission

In 1958, 65 years ago, the first Geological Survey of India expedition to the Siachen glacier had taken place. The glacier has enormous importance- strategically and ecologically for India. Read here to learn the history of the infamous Siachen glacier. In June 1958, exactly 65 years ago, V. K. … [Read more...] about Siachen Glacier

SAGAR SAMPARK DGNSS (Differential Global Navigation Satellite System) was inaugurated recently. It is an indigenous digital initiative in the maritime sector. Read here to learn more about the system and the significance of the initiative. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways is … [Read more...] about Sagar Sampark DGNSS

The revised non-communicable disease guidelines limit the focus on palliative care in India. The area of medicine known as palliative care is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and reducing pain in patients with terminal illnesses. Read here to learn more about palliative care. India is … [Read more...] about Palliative Care in India

Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY), introduced by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, is a comprehensive initiative aimed at empowering senior citizens in India. Read here to learn more about the ageing population of India. There has been a steady rise in the population of senior … [Read more...] about Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY)

The semiconductor industry in India has become an inseparable part of almost all sectors. It has emerged as one of the most important industries. It forms an essential part of all electronic items. It defines how efficiently and smartly we live. Read here to learn more about the … [Read more...] about Semiconductor Industry in India

The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) recently ruled that it is competent to hear Pakistan's objections to India's Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir. Read here to learn more about the PCA and the ruling. India issued a statement saying it will not join … [Read more...] about Permanent Court of Arbitration

Recently, two different Mosaic viruses have been the cause of tomato crop decline in some Indian states. The problem has been persistent for the past few years. the mosaic family of viruses affects different species of plants. Read here to learn more about them and how plant diseases impact global … [Read more...] about Mosaic Viruses: Impact on Food security

Solar Radiation Management involves a group of technologies that aim to cool the planet. It has been pitched as a potential way to counter the effects of global warming. How is the idea supposed to work? What is the status of research, potential risks, and impact of solar radiation modification … [Read more...] about Solar Radiation Management

National Research Foundation (NRF) Bill, 2023 was recently approved by the Cabinet for introduction in the Parliament. The bill aims to promote Research and Development (R&D) and research funding in the country. Read here to learn more about it. The Union Cabinet approved the introduction of … [Read more...] about National Research Foundation