August 17, 2022 - Current Affairs

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 5 As its spy ship docks in Sri Lanka port, Beijing says: ‘This is life’ (International Relations ) What is Yuan Wang 5? India’s concerns related to it . GS 3 5 Delhi Police in RTI reply: 80% match […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 Chinese tracking vessel reaches Sri Lanka port (International Relations ) Kow about Yuan Wang 5 and why is it a cause of concern for India and the US ? GS 3 8 Stepping back from an ecological abyss (Environment) Know about […]

Dysfunction in the Indian Police Forces

Context As India is celebrating 75 years of Independence, the police continue to be in the public gaze, most often for antagonistic reasons. Constitutional provisions: Police is an exclusive subject under the State List (List II, Schedule 7 of the Constitution). However, the centre is also allowed to maintain its own police forces to assist […]

Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Technology

In News The Indian Army has started the process of procurement of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology developed by a Bengaluru-based cybersecurity company by issuing a commercial Request for Proposal (RFP). Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Technology About: It is primarily a mechanism to undertake secure communication, which utilises a cryptographic protocol involving various components of […]

STEVE Phenomenon

In News The cosmic phenomenon known as “Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement (STEVE) made a surprise appearance after a huge solar storm hit Earth. About STEVE Phenomenon STEVE first appeared in the sky in 2017 and has been appearing often since. There is evidence to support the claim that the phenomenon has been visible in […]

Indigenously-developed Equipment and Systems

In News Recently, the Defence Minister handed over several indigenously-developed equipment and systems to the Army which includes F-INSAS, the Nipun mines and the Landing Craft Assault (LCA). About Future Infantry Soldier as a System(F-INSAS): It is a programme for infantry modernisation aimed at increasing the operational capability of the soldier. As part of the […]

Bioengineered Cornea Implants

In News Recently, researchers in Sweden have been able to create a successful alternative bioengineered cornea implant made of collagen derived from pig skin. About the recent research Fact: An estimated 12.7 million people around the world are blind due to their corneas. Medical-grade collagen: As a substitute for human corneas, the researchers utilised medical-grade […]

Ethanol Blending in Petrol

In News Recently, the Prime Minister of India announced that India has achieved its target of blending 10% sugarcane-extracted ethanol in petrol, ahead of schedule. About Addressing the nation from the Red Fort on the 76th Independence Day, Prime Minister rooted for energy independence, Aatmanirbhar (self-sufficient) in the energy sector. India is one of the […]

Ramsar Wetlands Sites

In News Recently, India added 11 more wetlands to the list of Ramsar sites to make a total 75 Ramsar sites in the 75th year of Independence. What are the Wetlands? Wetlands are land areas, which are seasonally or permanently flooded with water. The Ramsar Convention’s definition for wetlands includes: “Areas of marsh, fen, peatland […]

United Nations Reforms

In News Recently, the Defence Minister urged reforms of the United Nations at the plenary session of Moscow Conference on International Security-2022. About General Assembly and United Nations Security Council General Assembly It is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, the other 5 being Security Council, Economic and Social Council, Trusteeship Council, International […]

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