Category: UPSC
Smart Cities Mission (SCM)
About the news The concept of “Smart Cities” gained prominence post-2009, emphasizing integrated infrastructure, advanced ICT, and sustainable urban development. The NDA-1 government initiated the SCM in June 2015, selecting…
Xenotransplantation
Why is it in the news? The first recipient of a modified pig kidney transplant passed away approximately two months after the surgery, with his family and the hospital not…
India’s stakes in Iran’s Chabahar port
Why is it in the news? India and Iran signed a 10-year contract for the operation of the Chabahar port’s Shahid Beheshti terminal. More about the news The agreement was…
Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) Technology
Why is it in the news? A Review meeting by Ministry of Power was conducted to assess a study by IIT-Delhi on the impact of Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) technology…
Sahitya Akademi
Why is it in the news? Ruskin Bond was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Fellowship. More about the news Fellowship is the most esteemed recognition bestowed by the Sahitya Akademi…
SC passed judgement to strengthen Juvenile Justice Act, 2015
Why is it in the news? Supreme Court passed a judgement to strengthen Juvenile Justice Act, 2015. More about the news The Supreme Court’s judgement in “Child in Conflict with…