As the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches its first anniversary, the war has entered a new phase where more intensive fighting is taking place along with some high-voltage peace diplomacy. China has stepped into the arena in an effort to make peace. President Xi is expected to unveil a set of proposals to bring the …
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Background: The initiative called ‘Vedh Project’, a student-centered instructional strategy in the Nandurbar taluka in Maharashtra, has resulted in bridging the gap in learning outcomes. About the Vedh Project It is based on the novel concept of heutagogy, a student-centered instructional strategy. Earlier situation: Pandemic situation had hampered the learning process, increasing the gaps. General …
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Context: A recent study published in journal Frontiers in Marine Science has observed that deep seabed mining operations could present serious risks to ocean ecosystems. What are the Effects of Commercial Deep Sea Mining According to the Study? Noise pollution: If allowed, commercial-scale mining is expected to operate 24 hours a day, causing noise pollution. The mining …
Context: According to recent reports, twenty Russian banks, including Gazprom, Rosbank, Tinkoff Bank, Centro Credit Bank and Credit Bank of Moscow, have opened rupee vostro accounts with authorised dealer banks in India to enable rupee trade between the two countries. About Vostro Account A vostro account is an account that domestic banks hold for foreign …
Context: The Mutiny Memorial, built in Delhi in 1863 to honour those who had fought from the British side in the Delhi Field Force, during the Revolt of 1857, later was re-dedicated to also honour those Indians who lost their lives fighting the British. About the Memorial The Memorial, which is a tapering four-tier red …
Context: India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Singapore’s PayNow have been recently integrated. More on UPI-PayNow Integration News UPI Integration: To enable faster remittances between India and Singapore, India’s retail payment system, UPI, and its equivalent network in Singapore, PayNow, have been integrated. Singapore has now become the first country with which cross-border Person to …
Districts of Andhra Pradesh Andhra Pradesh is a southern state in India, known for its rich culture, history, and natural beauty. The state is divided into 26 administrative districts, each with its own unique features and characteristics. The districts of Andhra Pradesh are home to several religious and cultural centers, educational institutions, and industries. The …
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Districts of West Bengal The districts of West Bengal are an integral part of the state’s cultural and economic landscape. Each district has its unique features and characteristics that make it stand out from the others. These districts of West Bengal are home to a diverse population and a rich cultural heritage that reflects the …
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Khond Uprisings The Khond Uprisings in Orissa took place in 1837 and 1856. The head of the Khonds was Chakra Bisoi. The Orissan Khonds played a key role in organizing the uprising against the British administration in 1857. Those who rebelled included tribes from Ghumsar, China ki Medi, Kalahandi, and Patna. Young Raja Chakra Bisnoi …
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United Nations General Assembly The General Assembly of the United Nations (UNGA) is one of the United Nation’s six main bodies. Given that it serves as the primary decision-making and representative body of the UN, the UNGA is a crucial subject for the IAS examination. United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) One of the main bodies …
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