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Spot-billed Pelicans

In Context A nematode infestation has led to mass mortality of spot-billed pelicans (Pelicanus philippensis) at Telineelapuram Important Bird Area (IBA) in Naupada swamp of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh. Thousands of spot-billed pelicans and a few hundred painted storks migrate from the Siberian region to breed in the Telineelapuram IBA. About  Preliminary inquiry suggests […]

Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)

In News Recently ,the Chairman of Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) announced that indigenous Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) will have its maiden development flight in April 2022.  The SSLV-D1 Micro SAT will be launched in April 2022.   Image Courtesy:nsilindia About  Dr  S Somanath (New Chairman of ISRO ) is credited with designing and […]

Drone Certification Scheme

In News  Recently, the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) notified the Drone Certification Scheme to make certification of drones simpler, faster and transparent.  About  The drone certification scheme notified under Rule 7 of the liberalized Drone Rules, 2021. The certification criteria mentioned in the drone certification scheme (DCS) will be applicable to indigenous drone manufacturers, […]

73rd Republic Day 2022

In News India has celebrated the 73rd Republic Day today as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav commemorating 75 years of independence.  Why Is Republic Day Celebrated on 26th January In India? India adopted the Constitution of India: On January 26, 1950, giving the day a special place in the history of India. When […]

Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2021

In News Transparency International has ranked India at 85 among 180 countries in its Corruption Perception Index report released recently. Key Findings World:  Overall, two-thirds of the 168 countries on the 2015 index scored below 50, on a scale from 0 (perceived to be highly corrupt) to 100 (perceived to be very clean). Denmark took […]

National Tourism Day

In News National Tourism Day is celebrated across the country on January 25 every year to appreciate India’s beauty and spread awareness about the importance of tourism and its impact on the economy. About The ministry of tourism: is observing National Tourism Day under the aegis of ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’, a 75-week grand celebration […]

Mysore King Tipu Sultan

In News Mysore King Tipu Sultan is at the centre of a recent controversy in Mumbai. Why Controversy? Mumbai Minister is planning to name a playground in the Muslim dominated Malwani locality after the 17th century ruler, Tipu Sultan. The rift between right winged – BJP – and the other party is that of ideology. […]

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 3 1   Air India set to be handed to Tata Group on January 27 ( Economy ) Know about Air India Disinvestment, pros and cons, How will consumers and employees be impacted? GS 2 1 Court frames sedition charges against  Sharjeel over […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2   1   Pakistan sends India a plea by Hindu body for air pilgrimage (IR ) What is the present status of trade and travel between India and Pakistan? a recent proposal by the Pakistan Hindu Council to allow Hindu, Muslim and […]

Trade Defence Wing (TDW) Operations

In Context  The Trade Defence Wing (TDW) operations under the Department of Commerce (DOC) has brought relief to the Indian exporters. About Trade Defence Wing (TDW) It was established in the year 2016. It has been the nodal point for extending support and defending the interests of Indian exporters in investigations undertaken by other countries […]

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