Rupee Weakens as REER Hits High Record
Recent Context Difference Between REER and NEER REER NEER The weighted average of a country’s currency in relation to an index or basket of other major currencies. The value of a country’s currency compared to a weighted average of its opponent partners’ currencies. REER is adjusted NEER based on differential inflation rates among two trading nations. […]
Household Consumption Expenditure Survey, 2023-2024
Recent Context What is the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey? Methodology Used in HCES Three distinct questions were used for this survey, covering: 1. Food products 2. Services and consumables 3. Use of durable goods Additionally, a special portion of the survey was designed to gather data on the amount of free goods that households got […]
Regenerative Agriculture
Introduction What is Regenerative Agriculture? Principles on which Regenerative Farming Depends Distinct Features of Regenerative Agriculture Need for Integrated Agriculture in India Advantages of Regenerative Agriculture Regenerative Farming Across Globe Regenerative farming techniques are being used in a number of nations to combat climate change, enhance biodiversity, and improve soil health. Important instances consist of: […]
India Shares the World’s Highest Global Remittances of $129Bn
Recent Context What is Remittance? India’s Dominance in Global Remittances Global Comparison Key States: Dependent on Remittances Regional Trends Main Factors Influencing Remittance Growth Significance of Remittances Remittances play an important role in the economics of many countries, particularly developing ones like India. Challenges in Remittance Flow Way Forward/Suggestions Conclusion Remittances are a lifeline […]
Ken-Betwa Link Project Launched
Why in News? Aim of the Project History and Phases Significance of Ken-Betwa Link Project An important turning point in India’s river interlinking initiatives, the Ken-Betwa Link Project aims to alleviate water constraints and advance sustainable development. Important advantages include: Challenges and Concerns Associated Way Forward The following actions ought to be given top priority in […]
Neuralink: Bridging the Brain and Machine
Neuralink, a neurotechnology company founded by Elon Musk, is at the forefront of developing brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) with the ambitious goal of seamlessly connecting the human brain to machines. With a focus on treating neurological disorders such as paralysis and spinal cord injuries, Neuralink aims to restore lost motor function and sensory perception. Neuralink’s technology […]
Darwin Day: The Fearful Truth of Evolution: ”Unveiling the Discovery that Shook the World and Redefined our Place in Nature”
Darwin Day, observed worldwide on February 12, honors the life and contributions of Charles Darwin, one of the most significant scientists in history. His seminal contributions to our knowledge of biological evolution still influence philosophy, science, and even public opinion today. Darwin and His Groundbreaking Theory Initially, Charles Darwin appeared to be an unexpected catalyst […]
From Synapse to Silicon: Artificial Neural Networks
The human brain, a marvel of engineering, boasts billions of interconnected neurons, each a tiny processor, orchestrating a symphony of thought, emotion, and action. This intricate network, forged over millennia of evolution, remains a source of endless fascination forsws scientists. But what if we could replicate this biological brilliance, not with flesh and blood, but […]
Growing danger of metabolic disorders
Metabolic disorders, encompassing a spectrum of conditions such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and metabolic syndrome, are rapidly emerging as a major global health challenge. These disorders, characterized by disruptions in the body’s ability to process and utilize energy, pose significant risks to individual health and strain healthcare systems worldwide. […]
Chalcolithic Age (4000 BC-1500 BC)
Introduction In ancient India, the Chalcolithic Age—also referred to as the Stone-Copper phase—marks a crucial turning point. Both stone and copper tools were used throughout this time, demonstrating early technological developments. Its social systems, economic advancements, and regional cultures set it apart. Three general stages can be distinguished within the Chalcolithic period: Age Timeline Pre-Harappan […]
