GS Paper 1 Auroras News: The Chandrayaan-2 orbiter and Aditya-L1 spacecraft have captured images of solar flares occurring behind auroras. Understanding Auroras: Auroras are natural phenomena characterized by vibrant, swirling lights that illuminate the night sky. They manifest in various colors, including blue, red, yellow, green, and orange. They are commonly observed near the poles […]
GS Paper 2 United Nations Forum on Forests News: The 19th session of the UN Forum on Forests (UNFF 19) took place in May 2024 at the UN Headquarters in New York, US. Founding by UN ECOSOC: It was established in 2000 by the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the United Nations Forum on
GS Paper 1 Panama News: The incoming president of Panama has vowed to make big changes to help alleviate the U.S. border crisis. Central American Position: Panama is situated on the Isthmus of Panama, serving as a narrow land bridge connecting North and South America. Borders and Surroundings: It shares borders with Costa Rica and
GS Paper 1 Jiadhal River News: The increased precipitation in Assam is dynamically altering the course of the Jiadhal River. About – Jiadhal River Origin Arunachal Pradesh Altitude 1247 meters Tributary to Brahmaputra River Route Flows through a narrow gorge in Arunachal Pradesh; emerges into the plains of Assam Nickname “Sorrow of Dhemaji” (due to
11 May | UPSC Current Affairs | Jiadhal River, Batagay Crater, and More Read More »
GS Paper 2 Dafur News: UN agencies warn of imminent starvation risk in Sudan’s Darfur region. Darfur: It is a region in northwest Sudan. Sudan has been embroiled in a long-standing civil war between Arab and African communities. The conflict has resulted in widespread violence and numerous human rights abuses, exacerbating tensions and instability in
10 May | UPSC Current Affairs | Darfur, Choline, Orangutans, Arecanut & More Read More »
GS Paper 1 Vallabhacharya News: The 545th birth anniversary of Mahaprabhu Vallabhacharya has been recently celebrated. Early Life: Vallabhacharya was born into a Brahmin family in Champaran, which is now located in the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh. His birth anniversary is observed in India on Krishna Paksha Ekadashi of the Vaishakha month of the Hindu
9 May | UPSC Current Affairs | Vallabhacharya, Lightning, Biofuel Alliance & More Read More »
GS Paper 3 Hopen Island News: Hopen Islands have reported the first instance of a walrus succumbing to avian influenza, marking a concerning development in the spread of the disease. Location and Geography: Hopen Island is situated in the southeastern part of the Svalbard archipelago, falling within Norway’s territory. The island primarily consists of rocky
8 May | UPSC Current Affairs | GS 3: Hopen Island, Drones, Carbon Farming & More Read More »
GS Paper 1 Mount Ruang News: Indonesia’s Mount Ruang volcano has erupted for a second time in two weeks. Location and Characteristics: It is a prominent stratovolcano situated in Indonesia’s Sulawesi Islands. It is known for its distinctive conical shape formed by successive layers of volcanic material. Historical Activity: With a history dating back to
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GS Paper 1 Raja Ravi Varma Early Life and Background: Raja Ravi Varma was born into an aristocratic family in Kerala in 1848. His upbringing in Kerala during the era of British colonial rule influenced his artistic journey. Artistic Style and Contribution: He is widely hailed as the “father of Modern Painting” in India. Varma
Eggshell Skull Rule (Thin Skull Rule) News: The Supreme Court has rejected application of ‘eggshell skull’ rule in a case. Origin: The Vosburg v. Putney case in 1891 is often cited as a foundational case for establishing this legal principle. Eggshell Skull Rule: The eggshell skull rule is a legal principle used in civil cases.
3 May | UPSC Current Affairs | GS 2: Eggshell Skull Rule (Thin Skull Rule) Read More »
