GS III-Energy The Global Electricity Review 2025 by Ember reveals that India surpassed Germany in 2024, becoming the world’s third-largest producer of electricity from wind and solar sources. Global Renewable Energy Trends (2024) Unprecedented Growth: Global renewable electricity generation rose by 858 TWh in 2024, a 49% increase over the …

GS II-Disease Researchers are exploring DNA barcoding techniques to enhance species-level identification of blackflies, the vectors responsible for spreading river blindness, with the aim of improving disease control measures. About River Blindness River blindness, medically known as onchocerciasis, is a parasitic disease triggered by the nematode Onchocerca volvulus. Mode of …

GS II-Polity The President of India has withheld assent to the Tamil Nadu Government’s Bill seeking exemption from the NEET examination. Constitutional Provisions: Presidential Role in State Legislation Governor’s Role – Article 200 When a State Legislature passes a Bill, it reaches the Governor, who has the following options: Grant …

GS II-Schemes   Context: The 7th edition of Poshan Pakhwada is being observed from April 8 to 23, 2025. About Poshan Pakhwada Poshan Pakhwada is a yearly nationwide campaign under the broader framework of Poshan Abhiyaan, dedicated to enhancing nutritional outcomes—particularly among women and children. Primary Goal: To eliminate malnutrition …

GS2 – Ministry of Finance – Government Schemes The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) has completed ten years since its inception, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey of financial inclusion and micro-enterprise support. Objectives of PMMY: Launched by the Ministry of Finance, the scheme is intended to provide collateral-free …