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Quantum computing

In News The 2022 Nobel Prize for physics was awarded for work that rigorously tested and paved the way for its applications in computing which shows the importance of Quantum computing in contemporary times. What is Quantum Computing? Meaning: Quantum computers mimic the behaviour of atoms and subatomic particles to drastically increase processing speed.  These […]

Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

In News Recently, India pushed for a new fund to reverse biodiversity loss at the U.N. biodiversity conference (COP-15) in Canada’s Montreal. Key Points of CBD CoP 15 Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF):  The draft GBF, set to replace the Aichi Biodiversity Targets, comprises 22 targets and four goals proposed for 2030—a stepping stone to the […]

North East Integration

In News Recently, in  the North East Council (NEC) meeting, the PM of India has said that red cards have been shown to challenges in the Northeast region, including corruption, political nepotism and unrest. Centre’s Stand and Efforts The government is working towards bringing peace in the region and in solving the conflicts. E.g., ongoing […]

Decriminalisation of offences under GST

In News Recently, the 48th GST Council meeting was held which recommended decriminalising certain offences under Section 132 of the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act, 2017. ? There were also some other recommendations which included for the facilitation of trade, include an increased threshold of the amount of tax for prosecution, reducing the […]

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 3 3 First half of Dec sees best air since 2016   (Environment) Know about the possible reasons behind Delhi’s clean air this December. GS 3 8 India did see development with old pension scheme in place: Gehlot   (Economy) What is an […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2   6 Pendency poses a hurdle to Supreme Court’s role as protector of citizens’ rights   (Executive & Judiciary) Know about the Reasons behind the pendency of cases, and the Possible solution to reduce it. GS 2 8 Govt. says breast cancer […]

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 3 5 Jaishankar slams Pakistan on terror: World not stupid, snakes in backyard can bite (Internal Security) What are the key takeaways of ‘UNSC Briefing: Global Counterterrorism Approach: Challenges and Way Forward’ GS 2 5&   15 Duty to step in even in […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 1   1 Kashi Tamil Sangamam will unite the country, connect different languages, says Amit Shah (Art and Culture) Know about Kashi Tamil Sangamam and its significance  GS 3 5 Wayanad rice festival promotes climate ­resilient crops  (Agriculture) What is Ikki Jathre?   […]

Hurdles in Counter-terrorism cooperation

In News  Recently, India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar chaired a UN Security Council meeting that focused on terrorism. Terrorism  It encompasses a range of complex threats. We focus on identifying terrorists and preventing their activities. Major Hurdles to better counterterrorism cooperation, State support for financing terror Multilateral mechanisms that are opaque and agenda-driven […]

Scramjet Engine

In News Recently, The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully conducted the Hot Test of Scramjet Engine. What is a Scramjet Engine? A scramjet (supersonic-combustion ramjet) is a ramjet engine in which the airflow through the engine remains supersonic, or greater than the speed of sound.  A scramjet has no shock cone and slows […]

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