Monthly Archives: January 2025
SANJAY Battlefield Surveillance System (BSS)
Context: Recently the Union Defence Minister launched SANJAY, an advanced Battlefield Surveillance System (BSS). About SANJAY SANJAY Battlefield Surveillance System (BSS) is a state-of-the-art military technology developed by India to enhance battlefield awareness and improve decision-making during combat operations. Development: Indigenously developed by the Indian Army and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL). Key Features of SANJAY …
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Birthright Citizenship in the US and India
Context: Recently a federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s executive order that sought to curtail birthright citizenship in the US. Origin of Birthright Citizenship in the US At the time of US independence (1776), citizenship was largely governed by state laws. There was a general belief that citizenship could be granted to those born …
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Why Donald Trump wants Greenland?
Context: President Donald Trump expressed interest in acquiring Greenland for the protection of the free world, stating it would be an unfriendly act if Denmark did not allow this. Reasons Behind Trump’s Interest in Greenland Strategic Security: Proximity to Europe, enabling the US to monitor the activities of rivals like Russia and China. Trump has …
Lala Lajpat Rai Biography, Information, Legacy and Death
Lala Lajpat Rai is a Freedom Fighter in India’s Independence was born on 28 January 1865 in Jagraon, Ludhiana district, Punjab, British India. Munshi Radha Krishan Agarwal is a teacher of Urdu and Persian Government Schools. His mother’s name was Gulab Devi Agarwal. He was married to Radha Devi Aggarwal. They have three children, two …
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Kodaikanal Solar Observatory – 125 Years of Solar Physics Research in India
The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (KSO), located in Tamil Nadu, India, is one of the oldest solar observatories in the world, established in 1901. Managed by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), it has been pivotal in advancing solar research and astronomy in India. Kodaikanal Solar Observatory The conference on ‘Sun, Space Weather and Solar-Stellar Connections’ …
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Tamil Nadu’s Iron Age Origins Push Global Timelines Back by 2,000 Years
Context: A recent study has revealed that the use of iron in Tamil Nadu dates back to 3345 BCE, making it the earliest known evidence of iron technology globally. About Key Findings and Claims The study, titled ‘Antiquity of Iron: Recent Radiometric Dates from Tamil Nadu’, was based on advanced dating techniques like Accelerator Mass …
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RPSC RAS Admit Card 2025, Download Instructions and Exam Details
The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) is set to conduct the Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) Exam 2025, a prestigious exam for administrative positions in the Rajasthan State Government. As the exam date approaches, one of the most crucial documents for candidates is the RPSC RAS Admit Card 2025. This guide provides all the essential information …
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India’s Digital Economy, Characteristics and Challenges
Context India’s digital economy is projected to grow at twice the pace of the overall economy and constitute 13.42% of national income by 2024-25, compared to 11.74% in 2022-23, as per an Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) report. What is meant by the Digital Economy? The digital economy refers to the …
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India’s Deep Ocean Mission Gains Momentum
India’s Deep Ocean Mission (DOM) is gaining significant attention, especially with the planned launch of the country’s first human-operated underwater submersible in 2025. This ambitious initiative is set to unlock new possibilities in ocean exploration, resource extraction, and environmental conservation. What is Deep Sea Mining? Deep sea mining involves extracting mineral deposits from the ocean …
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