Current affairs

Namo Bharat Train: India’s First Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS)

The Namo Bharat Corridor, officially known as the Delhi-Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), is a groundbreaking infrastructure project aimed at revolutionizing regional connectivity in India. Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this corridor promises to drastically reduce travel time...

How Wild Animals are Tranquilised?

Context: After three weeks of attempts, three-year-old tigress Zeenat was sedated and captured in West Bengal’s Bankura forest. Evolution of Wildlife Capture Early Methods: Before the 20th century, commercial animal catchers used lassos, traps, and pitfalls. These cruel methods often...

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Cases in China

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...

Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2024’ Report

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...

Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)

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...

Delhi’s Mahila Samman Yojna, Cash Transfer Policy

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,...

Pallas’s Cat Spotted in India, Rare Sighting in Himachal Pradesh

Context: The first photographic evidence of Pallas's cat was found during a snow leopard survey recently in Himachal Pradesh. About Palla’s Cat It is named after Peter Simon Pallas, who first described it in 1776. Distribution: It is native to...

Ukraine Halts Transit of Russian Gas to Europe

Context: Ukraine has stopped the transit of Russian gas to Europe after a pre-war five-year transit deal expired. About Russian Gas Transit Infrastructure Before the war, Russia supplied nearly 40% of the EU’s pipeline natural gas, using 4 major routes:...

Should Voter ID be linked with Aadhaar to Combat Voter Fraud?

Allegations of election fraud, such as deliberate name deletions and booth capturing. Claims of tampering with electronic voting machines (EVMs), including misuse after polling hours. Aadhaar’s Role and Features Unique Identification: Aadhaar assigns a unique number to every individual. Real-Time...

Scorpene-class submarine among 3 frontline platforms to be inducted by Navy

On January 15, 2024, the Indian Navy will commission three advanced platforms—INS Vagsheer, INS Surat, and INS Nilgiri—at the Naval Dockyard, Mumbai. These platforms signify a milestone in India’s defence manufacturing capabilities and maritime security strategy. Key Platforms 1. INS...