Current Affairs
Man-Eater Tiger in Wayanad, Kerala
Prelims perspective: What need to learned How a tiger can be categorized as man eater and what steps can be taken by state. IUCN status of tiger Tiger Survey 2026(When published note to be made) Important Tiger reserves in India … Continue reading
Prelims Pointers
Kimberley Process It is a mechanism to prevent the trade in “conflict diamonds” in the global diamond supply chain. It is a tripartite international initiative involving Governments, International diamond industry and Civil society. Currently has 60 participants, representing 86 countries. … Continue reading
Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme
Why in the news? One hundred villages across the Indian Ocean region are set to be made tsunami-ready. Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme What is it?: Tsunami Ready Recognition Programme is an international, community-based recognition initiative developed by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic … Continue reading
Coal Controller Organization
Why in the news? The Coal Ministry has notified new rules removing the requirement of Coal Controller Organisation (CCO) approval for the opening or reopening of coal mines. Coal Controller Organization What is it?: Coal Controller Organisation functions as a … Continue reading
Malaria
Why in the news? An invasive, urban-adapted mosquito species poses a serious threat of Malaria spread. Malaria What is it?: Malaria is a life-threatening mosquito-borne blood disease caused by Plasmodium parasites. Transmission: The parasites spread through the bites of infected … Continue reading
Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan
Why in the news? Recently on 27th November 2024, Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan has completed one year of its roll out. Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan What is it?: is a national campaign launched to eliminate child marriage through … Continue reading
Long Billed Vultures and Melghat Tiger Reserve
Why in the news? Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) has tagged 15 long-billed vultures at the Melghat Tiger Reserve. Long Billed Vultures What is it?: The Long-billed Vulture is an Old World vulture native to the Asian region, also called … Continue reading
Rabies
Why in the news? According to a new study, out of the rabies-related human deaths reported globally each year, India accounts for nearly one-third. Rabies What is it?: Rabies is a fatal zoonotic viral disease primarily transmitted through dog bites. … Continue reading
Mule Accounts
Why in the news? The CBI has arrested two bank officials in connection with a mule accounts case. Mule Accounts What is it?: Bank accounts are exploited by criminals for illegal activities like money laundering. Often acquired from individuals in … Continue reading
PM-SETU Scheme
Why in the news? The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has invited industry participation to spearhead the upgradation of ITIs under the PM-SETU Scheme. PM-SETU Scheme Expansion of Abbreviation: Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs. What … Continue reading