Ethanol push turns India into corn importer, shaking up global market
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context ● India’s shift to corn-based ethanol, driven by a hike in procurement prices, has turned India from a top corn exporter to a net importer. ● This change impacts local poultry producers, elevates global corn prices, and prompts…
In a time of turmoil and crisis, the stoic roadmap to a meaningful life
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 12) Topic: GS4 – Ethics Context ● In a world grappling with multiple crises, from pandemics to climate change, Stoicism offers a timeless approach to resilience and rational living. ● The philosophy’s focus on controlling emotions and accepting what cannot be changed remains highly relevant…
What do we know about ANIIDCO?
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 11) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context ● ANIIDCO, a quasi-government agency in Port Blair, is responsible for a ₹72,000 crore infrastructure project in Great Nicobar. ● Despite its mandate for balanced development, ANIIDCO faces challenges including inadequate expertise, environmental governance issues, and conflicts of interest….
Centre suggests measures to enhance security at hospitals
(Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context ● The Union Health Ministry has proposed enhanced security measures for hospitals, including employing ex-servicemen and integrating with local police, following a recent consultation. ● This comes after the violent attack on a physician in Kolkata,…
MNRE Exempts Export-Oriented Green Hydrogen Projects from Domestic Solar Module Mandate to Lower Costs
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Economy; Page: 13) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context: ● The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has exempted export-oriented green hydrogen projects from its domestic solar module shortlist to lower costs and boost global competitiveness. ● This exemption allows projects to use cheaper imported solar modules instead of domestic…
MoRTH Introduces Real-Time GIS-Based Toll Monitoring and Plans for Satellite-Based Tolling System
(Source: Indian Express; Section: Explained; Page: 12) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology; GS2 – Governance Context: ● The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) has developed a Geographic Information System (GIS)-based software for real-time monitoring of wait times at highway toll plazas. ● This software, developed by Indian Highways Management Company Ltd (IHMCL)…
5 September 2024 : Daily Answer Writing
Q1) What do you understand by environmental ethics? Examine the ethical concerns in ‘phasedown versus phase out debate’ in the use of coal by developing countries. (250 Words/15 Marks) ANS Environmental ethics is a branch of ethics that studies the relation between human beings and ecology. The range of activities under environmental ethics are as…
5 September 2024 : Daily Current Affairs
1. Centre suggests measures to enhance security at hospitals (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The Union Health Ministry has proposed enhanced security measures for hospitals, including employing ex-servicemen and integrating with local police, following a recent consultation. This comes after the…
5 September 2024 : Indian Express Editorial Analysis
1. AN UPWARD TICK (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Editorial Page; Page: 10) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy Context: The article discusses the World Bank’s updated growth forecast for the Indian economy, raising it to 7% for the year, in line with other agencies like the IMF and ADB. India’s Growth Outlook Revised Upwards Drivers of…