January 2025 -

Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025, Biography, Legacy, Military Leadership

January 6, 2025

Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti, celebrated on January 6, 2025, marks the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru. Known for his establishment of the Khalsa Panth in 1699, Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s life and teachings continue to inspire millions around the world. Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 2025 Guru Gobind Singh’s birthdate, …

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Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Cases in China

January 6, 2025

China is currently experiencing a surge in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases, raising concerns about another virus outbreak in the region. As reports of overwhelmed hospitals emerge, parallels are being drawn to the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s everything you need to know about the HMPV virus, its symptoms, spread, and the situation in …

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Shift to electric vehicles in Delhi Reduces Air Pollution (blog)

Transition to Electric Vehicles (EVs) in Delhi

January 4, 2025

Context: Delhi faces severe air pollution, with the transport sector being the single largest contributor. Studies highlight the significant health and economic costs associated with pollution, particularly due to PM 2.5 emissions, which lead to premature deaths and high healthcare expenses. Current Scenario Transport Sector Emissions: Accounts for 37 Gg of PM 2.5 annually. Cars …

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Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2024’ Report

January 4, 2025

Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2024’ Report It is released by the Union Ministry of Commerce. It is the 6th edition of the LEADS report. (1st edition- 2018) It provides actionable insights for States and UTs to improve logistics infrastructure, services and sustainability. Pillars of LEADS Evaluates performance based on four key pillars: Logistics …

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Daily Quiz 04 January 2025

January 4, 2025

Winter Char Dham Circuit Promotes Tourism in Uttarakhand

January 4, 2025

Context: The Uttarakhand government has inaugurated the Winter Char Dham Circuit to attract tourists during the off-season winter months. About Winter Char Dham Circuit During winter, heavy snowfall makes the main Char Dham shrines inaccessible. The presiding deities are moved to lower-altitude shrines, designated as their winter abodes: Gangotri Dham: Mukhba (Uttarkashi). Yamunotri Dham: Kharsali …

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Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)

January 4, 2025

Context: The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has amended the rules governing the selection of experts to the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee. About Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) GEAC is a statutory committee constituted under the “Rules for the Manufacture, Use/Import of Genetically Engineered Organisms or Cells (Rules, 1989)” framed under the …

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Delhi’s Mahila Samman Yojna, Cash Transfer Policy

January 4, 2025

What are the Arguments For and Against the Cash Transfer Policy? Aspect Arguments For Arguments Against Fiscal Impact ● Provides immediate financial relief to vulnerable populations. ● Boosts purchasing power and stimulates local economies. ● Imposes a significant fiscal burden, diverting funds from long-term investments like infrastructure and healthcare. ● May lead to underfunding of …

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Evolution of Polarisation in India, Causes and Impact

January 4, 2025

What is Meant by Polarisation? It is used to describe both the division of a society into opposing groups (political polarization), and a social psychological phenomenon (group polarization) whereby people adopt more extreme positions after discussion. What are the Causes of Polarisation? Identity-Group Politics: The increasing emphasis on identity-based affiliations has intensified divisions. g., Various …

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How In-flight Internet Works?

January 4, 2025

Air India has announced the rollout of Wi-Fi Internet connectivity services on select domestic and international flights. It is the 1st Indian airline to offer Internet connectivity on domestic flights. Technologies Behind In-Flight Wi-Fi Air-to-Ground (ATG) Technology Uses cellular towers on the ground. Signals are picked up by an antenna beneath the aircraft. Limitations: Connectivity …

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