1. INDIAN NAVY TO CONDUCT FOURTH EDITION OF COASTAL DEFENCE EXERCISE ‘SEA VIGIL-24’ (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2073000®=3&lang=1 ) Context Sea Vigil-24 is a large-scale coastal defence exercise led by the Indian Navy to strengthen and assess India’s maritime security. It involves multiple ministries, organisations, and communities, highlighting national efforts to secure India’s extensive coastline. Exercise “Sea…
1. India’s Renewable Energy Sector Achieves Significant Growth (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2072828®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Energy Context India’s renewable energy sector has experienced significant growth, with a 24.2 GW increase in capacity between October 2023 and October 2024.This expansion aligns with the country’s commitment to meeting its clean energy targets under the…
1. First Ever Space Exercise ‘Antariksha Abhyas – 2024’ hosted by Defence Space Agency begins in New Delhi (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2072518®=3&lang=1 ) Context India’s first space war-game exercise, Antariksha Abhyas – 2024, aims to bolster national security by addressing threats to space-based assets. The exercise will enhance operational resilience and foster technological advancements through collaboration…
1. The Decline in Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) in Health in India (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2072149®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context The article discusses the decline in Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) on healthcare in India, attributed to increased government spending and improved public healthcare infrastructure. Between 2014-15 and 2021-22, government health expenditure rose significantly,…
1. INDIA- AUSTRALIA JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE AUSTRAHIND COMMENCES IN MAHARASHTRA (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2071767®=3&lang=1 ) Context The 3rd edition of Exercise AUSTRAHIND commenced at the Foreign Training Node in Pune, Maharashtra, on November 8, 2024, and will conclude on November 21, 2024.This annual event alternates between India and Australia, with the previous edition held in Australia…
1. India’s Nutraceutical Industry Poised for Global Growth with Supportive Initiatives (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2071412®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The global nutraceutical market, valued at around $400 billion, offers India immense growth potential due to its Ayurvedic heritage and medicinal resources.However, India’s limited market share calls for targeted policy measures and infrastructure support….
1. Government of India and ADB sign $200 million loan to upgrade water supply, sanitation, urban mobility, and other urban services in Uttarakhand (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2071145®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Important International institutions Context The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $200 million loan agreement for…
1. Towards a TB-Free India: Achievements, Challenges and the Way Forward (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2070942®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context India has made significant progress in its efforts to eliminate tuberculosis (TB), with a 17.7% decline in TB incidence from 2015 to 2023. The National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP), aligned with the…
1. India’s Green Leap: A Shift from Fossil Fuels to Clean Energy (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressNoteDetails.aspx?NoteId=153385&ModuleId=3®=3&lang=1 ) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Energy Context India is undertaking significant reforms to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2070. The Asian Development Bank’s Asia-Pacific Climate Report highlights India’s successful…