[ad_1] Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: Thylakoid membranes are small pouches located in the chloroplasts of plants, storing chlorophyll and playing a crucial role in photosynthesis. Originally found in ancient cyanobacteria, these light-sensitive bacteria are believed to have contributed to the oxygen levels in Earth’s atmosphere billions of years ago. Recent discoveries, … Read more
[ad_1] Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Hindustan Times Context: The Indian Navy has received its first indigenous medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) drone, the Drishti 10 Starliner, developed by Adani Defence and Aerospace. Features: The Drishti 10 Starliner, a variant of Elbit Systems’ Hermes 900 Starliner, is equipped with state-of-the-art sensors, automatic take-off and landing … Read more
[ad_1] GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Agriculture Source: ET Context: Indian processed food exports have witnessed a remarkable 150% growth over the past nine years. Significant Achievements of the Indian Food Processing sector: Investment in the Processed Food sector: India’s Food Processing Sector emerged as the sunrise sector and attracted FDI investments of about … Read more
[ad_1] Information The following Quiz is based on the Hindu, PIB and other news sources. It is a current events based quiz. Solving these questions will help retain both concepts and facts relevant to UPSC IAS civil services exam. To view Solutions, follow these instructions: Click on – ‘Start Quiz’ button Solve Questions Click on ‘Quiz … Read more
[ad_1] Information Introducing yet another ingenious course, InsightsIAS is excited to announce our new initiative QUED – Questions from Editorials. Considering the number of questions that appeared from Editorials in previous year UPSC Prelims Examinations, we feel it is wise for students to cover Editorials from Prelims point of view as well in order to … Read more
[ad_1] Shift from continental strategies to the maritime sphere: A paradigm shift from continental strategies to maritime strategy is needed because of the following reasons: Unlike in the continental sphere where India seems to be hemmed in by China-Pakistan collusion, the maritime sphere is wide open to India to undertake coalition building, rule setting, and … Read more
[ad_1] Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Hindustan Times Context: Researchers introduced a ground-breaking study on “electronic soil” (eSoil) in hydroponics, offering the potential for sustainable urban agriculture and food security. eSoil is an electrically conductive growth substrate derived from cellulose and a conductive polymer (PEDOT). It stimulates plant roots and the growth environment with … Read more
[ad_1] Mapping: Source: TH Context: The Central Zoo Authority (CZA) has approved the transfer of a cheetah, African lion, and Chimpanzee from Dubai Safari Park to Nandankanan Zoological Park (NZP) in Odisha. The NZP, in exchange, will provide various animals including Hippopotamus, blackbuck, hog deer, gaur, red junglefowl, and gharial. About Nandankanan Zoological Park … Read more
[ad_1] Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Reuters Context: Angola has decided to leave OPEC, a setback for the Saudi-led oil producer group. Reason: Angola argues that OPEC no longer serves its interests, following a dispute over its output quota. Angola’s exit, joining Ecuador and Qatar as former members, further challenges OPEC’s market share, which … Read more
[ad_1] Information The following Quiz is based on the Hindu, PIB and other news sources. It is a current events based quiz. Solving these questions will help retain both concepts and facts relevant to UPSC IAS civil services exam. To view Solutions, follow these instructions: Click on – ‘Start Quiz’ button Solve Questions Click on ‘Quiz … Read more
