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PM-YASASVI Scheme: A Pathway to Educational Empowerment

GS Paper 2: Government Policies and Interventions Why in the News? The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has launched and implemented the PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (PM-YASASVI). The Prime Minister’s Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (PM-YASASVI) is a comprehensive initiative aimed at uplifting students from socially […]

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Biodiversity and Climate Change: COP16 and Global Efforts to Address the Crisis

What’s in Today’s Article? Introduction (Background, Context) The Kunming-Montreal Framework (Objectives, Status) High Seas Treaty & Ocean Conservation Nagoya Protocol (Objective, Financial Mechanism for Biodiversity Conservation) Introduction As the world confronts the intertwined challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss, global forums like the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP16), scheduled to be held in Cali, Colombia,

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Mission Mausam

India is Building a Cloud Chamber as Part of Mission Mausam

GS Paper 2: Polity and Governance GS Paper 3: Science and Technology Why in the News? The Indian government has launched Mission Mausam, an ambitious initiative aimed at improving weather forecasting and actively managing weather-related events. This includes techniques to modify weather phenomena such as rainfall, hail, fog, and potentially even lightning strikes. One of

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Global Trade Research Initiative

India’s Solar Imports Could Reach $30 Billion Annually by 2030

GS Paper 3: Economic Development. Context: A recent report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) raises concerns about the future of India’s solar industry. The report emphasizes the increasing influence of China in the global solar market and the difficulties faced by India’s domestic solar manufacturing sector. It estimates that India’s solar imports could

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India and China

India and China Reach Patrolling Agreement Along the LAC

GS Paper 2: India and its neighbourhood relations, Groupings and agreements involving India or affecting India’s interests, Effect of policies and politics of countries affecting India’s interests. Why India and China in the News? In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, India and China have reached an agreement to resume patrolling at key friction points along the

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India and Bhutan

India-Bhutan Relations: A Detailed Overview

GS Paper 2: India and its neighbourhood relations, Groupings and agrements involving India or affecting India’s interests, Effect of policies and politics of countries affecting India’s interests. Context: India and Bhutan share a long history of close diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties. Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay’s recent visit to India reaffirmed these strong bonds,

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Mera Hou Chongba Festival: Celebrating Unity and Cultural Harmony in Manipur

GS Paper 1: Art and Culture Introduction: Mera Hou Chongba is a vibrant festival that showcases unity among the indigenous communities of Manipur’s hills and valleys. Celebrated annually in the Mera month (September/October), this event emphasizes togetherness, transcending regional and cultural differences. This article explores the festival’s significance, cultural relevance, and historical roots. What is

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RBI Bars Four NBFCs from Granting Loans

GS 3: Indian Economy Why is it in the news? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has prohibited four prominent non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) from approving and disbursing loans due to violations of multiple regulations. The four NBFCs are Asirvad Micro Finance Ltd (backed by Manappuram Finance), Arohan Financial Services Ltd, DMI Finance (supported by

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Climate Finance for Developing Nations: Bridging the Gap Between Ambition and Reality

GS Paper 3: Environment, Climat Change What’s in Today’s Article? Introduction: Overview of climate finance, its importance, and why it is critical for developing nations. India’s Climate Finance Needs: Challenges, targets, and the role of the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG). Conclusion: The urgency of climate finance in global discussions, particularly for developing nations. Introduction:

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