Road Accidents in India
Why in the news? As per the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) 2023, India recorded 4,64,029 road accidents, leading to 1,73,826 deaths and 4.47 lakh injuries. Road Accidents in India Magnitude of Problem: Around 476 deaths daily highlight the scale … Continue reading
Lightning
Why in the news? As per the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) report Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India, lightning was responsible for the highest number of deaths in 2023, accounting for 39.7% of the 6,444 deaths attributed to ‘forces … Continue reading
Cryptocurrency and Stablecoins
Why in the news? Hinting at a possible shift in India’s cryptocurrency policy, the Union Finance Minister said countries would have to “prepare to engage” with stablecoins, whether they welcome the change or not. Cryptocurrency What is it?: A cryptocurrency … Continue reading
SARAL(Simplified and Automated Research Amplification and Learning) Tool
Why in the news? The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has introduced the SARAL tool to make scientific research papers easier to understand. SARAL(Simplified and Automated Research Amplification and Learning) tool What is it?: SARAL (Simplified and Automated Research Amplification … Continue reading
Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses
Why in the news? The Union cabinet has given approval to the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses. Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses What is it?: The mission is launched with an aim to drive pulse production to 350 lakh tonnes … Continue reading