Current affairs

Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine Technology (SHKT)

About Surface Hydrokinetic Turbine Technology (SHKT) Key Features of SHKT It uses the kinetic energy of flowing water to produce electricity. It uses natural flow of water without elevation changes like in traditional hydropower (It does not require dams, barrages...

International Gita Mahotsav 2024, Dates, Celebrations, and Key Highlights

The International Gita Mahotsav 2024, an annual celebration of the sacred scripture Bhagavad Gita, is set to captivate devotees and visitors worldwide. Organized in Kurukshetra, Haryana, this event commemorates the timeless teachings of Lord Krishna to Arjuna on the battlefield...

India Tests K-4 Missile from Nuclear Submarine

India achieved a significant milestone by successfully test-firing the K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine INS Arighaat in the Bay of Bengal. This development enhances India’s nuclear deterrence and strengthens the country’s nuclear triad capabilities....

High Seas Treaty, Objectives and Need for the Treaty

What are High Seas? High seas are areas of oceans that lie beyond countries’ national waters (beyond 200 nautical miles). These are the largest habitats on Earth and are home to millions of species. High seas comprise more than 60%...

Corneal Blindness in India, Causes, Impact, and Solutions for Prevention

Corneal blindness is one of the leading causes of vision impairment and blindness in India, with a significant impact on public health. It accounts for about 7.5% of the total blindness burden in the country. This issue, exacerbated by factors...

Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics 2024

Milk Production Total Production (2023-24):30 million tonnes Growth: 62% over the past decade (2014-15: 146.3 million tonnes). 78% over 2022-23. Top Producers: Uttar Pradesh (16.21%) Rajasthan (14.51%) Madhya Pradesh (8.91%) Gujarat (7.65%) Maharashtra (6.71%) Highest Annual Growth Rate (AGR): West...

India is getting Old before getting Rich

Key Demographic Factors Influence Composition of a Population Fertility Fertility rates directly influence the proportion of children in a population. A decline in fertility reduces the share of children in the population, which automatically increases the proportion of older individuals....

PRASHAD Scheme, Objectives and Achievements

Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Heritage Augmentation Drive (PRASHAD) Scheme The PRASHAD scheme, launched in 2014-15 by the Union Ministry of Tourism, is a transformative initiative aimed at developing and promoting religious tourism in India. It is a Central Sector Scheme,...

India Welcomes End of Israel-Lebanon War

The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon marks a significant step toward de-escalating tensions in a volatile region. India's welcome of this development reflects its commitment to peace and stability in West Asia, aligning with its diplomatic ethos of dialogue and...

Rebel Group Seizes Strategic Trading Town in Myanmar

Key Developments Fall of Kanpaiti: Kanpaiti is an important trading town on the China-Myanmar border. Kanpaiti serves as a hub for rare earth mineral mining, critical for producing electric motors, wind turbines, advanced electronics and high-tech weapons. The mines in...