 1. Highly porous Xerogel dressing can save lives by clotting blood faster (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2044556 ) Topic: GS3 – Science and Technology Context Researchers at Agharkar Research Institute developed a porous xerogel dressing with silica nanoparticles and calcium, enhancing blood clotting significantly. This advanced dressing addresses severe haemorrhage more effectively than traditional gauze, offering a…
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU 21-September -2023 Daily Current Affairs For UPSC ,The PIB ( Press Information Bureau ) Facebook-f Twitter Youtube 1. National Medical Commission Achieves Prestigious WFME Recognition Status for 10 Years Topic: GS3 – National organisations. Context: The National Medical Commission (NMC) in India has achieved WFME (World Federation for Medical Education) Recognition Status…
1. Time to seize the promise of the U.S.-India nuclear deal (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 8) Topic: GS2 – International Relations Context The U.S.-India civil nuclear deal, finalized in 2008, aimed to enhance bilateral relations but faces challenges in liability, technology, and cost barriers. A Transformative Agreement India –…
Daily Current Affairs 21-December-2023 1. India’s K-Shaped Recovery: Surprising GDP Growth Masks Uneven Economic Landscape Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy This topic is not much relevant in the context of Prelims but more for Mains in the context of issues relating to growth Context: Most experts were sceptical of the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) prediction…
 1. Coal Gasification (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2042653 ) Topic: GS2 –  Governance, GS3 – Science and Technology Context The government has introduced a ₹8500 crore scheme to provide viability gap funding (VGF) for Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects, supporting both public and private sectors. The scheme includes three categories, each with specific funding limits and project scopes. With…
