Daily Archives: December 28, 2024

BRAHMAPUTRA RIVER SYSTEM

GS 3 – GEOGRAPHY  Names: Tibet: Yarlung Tsangpo. India: Dihang (Arunachal Pradesh), Brahmaputra (Assam). Bangladesh: Jamuna. Source: Originates from the Chemayungdung Glacier near Mount Kailash in Tibet, separated from Manasarovar Lake by the Mariam La Pass. Course: Tibet: Flows through the Tsangpo Valley, receiving tributaries like Raga Tsangpo. India: Cuts …

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VACCINE FOR CANCER & NEOANTIGENS

GS 3 – SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY  Recent Development: Russian scientists claim to have developed an mRNA vaccine capable of suppressing tumor growth and metastasis, as reported by Russia’s state-run news agency. Key Terms: Vaccine: A substance that stimulates the immune system to combat harmful pathogens. Cancer Vaccine: Therapeutic vaccines aimed …

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PM MODI PRESIDES OVER 45TH PRAGATI MEETING

GS2 – GOVERNANCE  Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently led the 45th meeting of PRAGATI, a platform designed to leverage technology for improved governance and efficient project implementation. The discussion centered around eight significant projects, including six related to metro systems, and one each focusing on road connectivity and thermal power. …

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SCRAPPING THE NO-DETENTION POLICY

GS 1 – SOCIETY  Context: The policy under the Right to Education (RTE) Act of 2009, which allowed automatic promotion of students up to Class 8, has been abolished for Classes 5 and 8 to enhance accountability and learning outcomes. Initially, this policy aimed to reduce dropouts and eliminate the …

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