Current affairs

Centre Increases MSP for Rabi Crops

Minimum Support Price (MSP) MSP is a form of market intervention by the Government of India to insure agricultural producers against any sharp fall in farm prices. The Government sets the MSP at the start of the sowing season, based...

SCO Summit 2024, Highlights, Significance and Implications for India

The SCO Summit 2024 has concluded, held in Islamabad, Pakistan, on October 15-16, 2024. This summit was particularly significant as it marked the first visit of an Indian External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, to Pakistan in nearly a decade. This...

Food Security In India, Historical Context and Current Challenges

Ending hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition is a key objective under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically Goal 2, which aims to achieve "zero hunger" by 2030. However, this goal faces significant challenges due to rising conflicts, climate vulnerability, and...

World Anaesthesia Day 2024, Theme, History and Significance

World Anaesthesia Day is observed annually on October 16 to commemorate one of the most significant milestones in medical history—the first successful demonstration of anaesthesia. This day honors the contributions of anesthesiologists and healthcare professionals, whose expertise in pain management...

Jabalia

About Jabalia It is a refugee camp in northern Gaza. The Israel military launched a deadly offensive in the Jabalia area a week ago which it claims is aimed at stopping Palestinian group Hamas from regrouping. The attacks have trapped...

Allocation of Satellite Internet Spectrum

What is Satellite Internet? Satellite internet refers to a type of internet connection that uses satellites to provide broadband service. This technology enables users to access the internet from virtually anywhere, particularly in remote or underserved areas where traditional terrestrial...

Greenwashing Guidelines

What is Greenwashing ? Greenwashing refers to the practice of making false or exaggerated claims about the environmental benefits of a product, service or activity. It arises due to pressure on companies and governments to align their activities with environmental...

Bone Ossification Test

What is Bone Ossification Test ? It is a medical procedure that analyses bones in order to determine age. It involves taking X-rays of certain bones in the body, such as the clavicle, sternum and pelvis to assess skeletal development....

Opinion Polls and Exit Polls

Opinion Polls Opinion polls are surveys conducted before an election to gauge voters' intentions and preferences. They aim to predict how the electorate might vote based on a sample of the population. Methodology: Sampling: Various techniques such as random, stratified,...

Centre sets up three AI research hubs on Health, Agri and Cities

What is the Centre of Excellence (COE) ? Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) are specialised institutions or initiatives designed to advance research, development and application of AI technologies across various sectors. Objectives of CoE: Innovation: They aim...