Context: Recently, Taranagar village in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, experienced a unique phenomenon as large amounts of water gushed from underground. A Senior Hydro-Geologist attributed this to an artesian condition. About Artesian Well It is a well that brings groundwater to the surface without pumping because of pressure from an aquifer. (Artesian Aquifer) Artesian aquifer refers to …
The Telangana State Public Service Commission has released the TSPSC Group 3 Answer Key 2024 for all the shifts. The Commission conducted the Group 3 Recruitment 2024 on November 17th and 18th, 2024. The official TSPSC Group 3 Key will be released on the website tspsc.gov.in, which the Commission will release. Candidates can check the …
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India’s First Organic Fisheries Cluster The Union Minister for Fisheries has launched the First-of-its-kind initiative in India to promote organic fisheries and aquaculture under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) Soreng District, Sikkim. It aligns with Sikkim’s status as an organic farming pioneer. It will focus on eco-conscious markets for premium organic fish products. Existing …
Panchayat se Parliament 2.0 Initiative It is organised by the National Commission for Women (NCW), in collaboration with the Lok Sabha Secretariat and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The programme is organised in commemoration of the 150th birth anniversary of Birsa Munda. Aim: To empower women representatives from Panchayati Raj institutions by enhancing their understanding …
Context: ISRO’s PSLV-C60 POEM-4 mission achieved a milestone by germinating cowpea seeds in space and operating India’s first space robotic arm. A batch of cowpea seeds which were taken into orbit by an Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) mission and which recently sprouted has unveiled their first leaves. About Cowpea Seed Germination CROPS Payload (Compact …
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The government introduced the bill to repeal the Indian Railway Board Act, 1905. Railways Amendment Bill 2024 aims to modernize and streamline the governance of Indian Railways by integrating the provisions of the Indian Railway Board Act, of 1905, into the Railways Act, of 1989. Key objectives include enhancing operational efficiency, modernizing infrastructure, and simplifying …
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What are Anti Conversion Laws? Anti-conversion laws are legislative measures aimed at preventing or prohibiting religious conversions. The specific provisions and enforcement of anti-conversion laws differ across jurisdictions, and they may involve both criminal and civil penalties. Anti-Conversion Laws in India Pre-Independence Era: Before Independence, several Hindu princely states such as Raigarh, Bikaner, Kota, Jodhpur, …
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Context: India stands out globally due to economic growth and political stability, amidst a world witnessing profound economic and geopolitical shifts. Challenges for India in 2025 China Relations Recent Developments: Border Negotiations: Apparent disengagement at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh. Resumption of Talks: Special Representatives’ discussions on border issues and meetings between …
Gangasagar Mela Recently the CM of West Bengal demanded National Mela status for Gangasagar Mela. It is a Hindu festival and pilgrimage that takes place annually on Makar Sankranti. Location: Sagar Island in West Bengal. It is the westernmost island of the Ganga-Brahmaputra delta. It lies at the mouth of the Hugli (Hooghly) River. It …
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