Backbench to Bureucracy
BackbencherIAS Docking and De-docking in Space Understanding Docking and De-docking Docking is the process of two spacecraft connecting in space, requiring precise coordination of speed and orientation. While de-docking might seem simpler, it is equally intricate. A controlled separation is essential to prevent unintended drift in microgravity, where even the smallest force can cause significant movement. … Read more
About Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired his first-ever meeting of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) last week, on World Wildlife Day on March 3 at Gir. The last full-body NBWL meeting was held on September 5, 2012, chaired by then PM Manmohan Singh. The PM is the ex officio chairman of the NBWL. The present-day … Read more
Background of the Chagos Issue The Chagos Archipelago is a group of islands in the Indian Ocean, historically part of Mauritius. In 1965, three years before Mauritius gained independence from Britain, the UK separated the Chagos Islands from Mauritius to form the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT). Between 1967-1973, the UK forcibly removed the native … Read more
About According to the World Air Quality Report for 2024 published by IQAir, a Swiss company that tracks global air quality, Byrnihat on the Meghalaya-Assam border is the “most polluted city in the world”. The high level of pollution in Byrnihat, a town on the Meghalaya-Assam border, is due to emissions from local factories, including distilleries, … Read more
About Ganga Talao, also known as Grand Bassin, is a sacred lake in Mauritius, nestled in the mountains of the Savanne district. It is one of the most important Hindu pilgrimage sites outside India. The lake is believed to be connected to the holy Ganges River in India, and thousands of devotees visit it, especially … Read more
Kheta and Sujani Embroidery: Traditional Indian Embroidery Styles 1. Kheta Embroidery Origin: Practiced by the Muslim community of Bihar, especially in the Seemanchal region (districts like Kishanganj, Purnia, Araria, and Katihar). Style: Geometric and floral patterns with running stitch embroidery on textiles like sarees, dupattas, and kurta fabrics. Significance: Passed down through generations, it is … Read more
Why in news:-Trump says he sent letter to Iran leader to negotiate nuclear deal About The Iran Nuclear Deal, officially called the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), is an agreement signed in 2015 between Iran and world powers (USA, UK, France, China, Russia, Germany, and the EU). Iran promised to reduce its nuclear activities … Read more
About The global demand for protein is rising due to population growth, urbanization, and changing dietary patterns. However, traditional protein sources, primarily animal-based products, pose environmental, ethical, and health challenges. Smart proteins—a new category of sustainable and innovative protein alternatives—are emerging as a solution to meet this demand efficiently. What Are Smart Proteins? … Read more
About The Pashu Aushadhi initiative is a new government programme aimed at providing affordable veterinary medicines in India. This initiative is designed to support those involved in animal husbandry and dairying. It follows the successful model of the Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJK), which supply affordable generic medicines for human health. Pashu Aushadhi is … Read more
About To provide a unified portal for seamless access to datasets, tools and AI models, Hon’ble Union Minister has launched AIKosha: IndiaAI Datasets Platform. AIKosha is a secured platform that provides a repository of datasets, models and use cases to enable AI innovation. It also features AI sandbox capabilities through an integrated development environment along … Read more