Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) Technology General Studies Paper III: Environmental Pollution and Degradation Why in News? A recent expert panel led by Principal Scientific Advisor Ajay Sood has suggested scrapping India’s decade-old rule mandating FGD units in coal power stations. Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) Technology Introduction Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) is a technological process used […]
Strait of Hormuz General Studies Paper II: Impact of Policies and Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? In a recent maritime accident near the Strait of Hormuz, the UAE Coast Guard successfully rescued 24 crew members from the oil vessel ‘Adalynn’ following a sea collision. The incident occurred near the Strait of
Child Labour: Global Estimates 2024 General Studies Paper II: Issues Related to Children, Government Policies and Interventions Why in News Child Labour: Global Estimates 2024? Recently, according to the Child Labour Report 2024 by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and UNICEF, around 138 million children worldwide are still trapped in child labour. Progress has been
Enriched Uranium General Studies Paper III: Nuclear Technology Why in News? Recently, the Director General of the IAEA informed the United Nations Security Council that, following an Israeli attack, Iran’s above-ground facility, where uranium enriched up to 60% was being produced, has now been destroyed. What is Enriched Uranium? In its natural state, uranium primarily
Iran-Israel Conflict General Studies Paper II: Groups and Agreements Involving and/or Affecting India’s Interests Why in News? Israel recently initiated ‘Operation Rising Lion’, targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure and military positions. In response, Iran launched several ballistic missiles toward Israeli targets. What is the Iran-Israel Conflict? The Iran-Israel conflict is a proxy war, in which both
What is a Black Box? General Studies Paper II: Government Policies and Interventions Why in News? Recently, after the Air India flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad, its black box was recovered. The analysis of this device is expected to provide critical clues to the investigating agencies in identifying the actual causes of the accident. What
Air India Boeing 787 Aircraft Incident General Studies Paper III: Infrastructure Why in News? Recently, an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner flying from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick crashed in Meghaninagar shortly after takeoff, with a total of 242 passengers on board. This aircraft accident is being considered as one of the most dangerous incidents to
Government Proposes New Rules for AC Temperature Settings General Studies Paper III: Energy, Climate Change Why in News? Recently, the Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs stated that in the coming times, the temperature of air conditioners (ACs) in homes, offices, and other places will not be set below 20 degrees Celsius. This decision
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ASMITA Project 2025 General Studies Paper II: Education, Government Policies and Interventions Why in News? The Ministry of Education and UGC have jointly unveiled the ‘ASMITA Project’ to make top-tier academic resources accessible in Indian languages. This initiative will enhance the inclusivity of education. What is ASMITA Project 2025? Introduction: India is a land of
G7 Summit 2025 General Studies Paper II: Important International Institutions, Global Groupings Why in News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently received an official invitation from Canada to participate in the G7 Summit at Kananaskis in Alberta. This summit will take place from 15th to 17th June, where India’s significant participation on global issues will be
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