Rare Earth Elements (REE) are metals that have many similar properties. The global demand for rare earth elements has increased significantly in line with their expansion into high-end technology, environment, and economic areas. In this post, we see the importance of Rare Earth Elements and their … [Read more...] about Rare Earth Elements (REE): Why are they strategically important?
Supercomputers: Everything you need to know about
Supercomputers have a high level of computing performance compared to a general purpose computer. In this post, we cover all details of supercomputers like history, performance, application etc. We will also see top 3 supercomputers and the National Supercomputing Mission. What is a … [Read more...] about Supercomputers: Everything you need to know about
Neduvasal Hydrocarbon Project Controversy: Everything you need to know
A village named Neduvasal in the Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu has recently been in the news headlines. The reason is the launch of a hydrocarbon project. In this post, we cover everything you need to know about the Neduvasal Hydrocarbon Project controversy and policies like the Discovered … [Read more...] about Neduvasal Hydrocarbon Project Controversy: Everything you need to know
Classical Dances of India: Everything you need to know about
India is known for its rich cultural legacy. Performing arts like classical dances are integral parts of Indian culture. This is a mega-post which cover the details of all classical dances in India. Origin of classical dances Most of the classical dance forms originated in temples. Worshipping was … [Read more...] about Classical Dances of India: Everything you need to know about
Simultaneous Elections: Will this be good for India?
The idea of holding elections simultaneously to Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies is recently in the news after it got a push from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In this article let us discuss the concept of simultaneous elections, its advantages, disadvantages, feasibility, and other … [Read more...] about Simultaneous Elections: Will this be good for India?
Oil Spill Disasters: Why Indian Disaster Management Process needs a Review?
On 28 January 2017 two ships collided off Kamarajar Port Limited’s (KPL) harbour and resulted in a major oil spill disaster. The Chennai Oil Spill resulted in irreversible environmental damage. The spill has also underscored the incapacity of the state to handle such incidents and has raised many … [Read more...] about Oil Spill Disasters: Why Indian Disaster Management Process needs a Review?
India’s Ballistic Missile Defence System: Why should we need it?
The Indian Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) Programme is an attempt to develop and use a multi-layered ballistic missile defence system to protect from ballistic missile attacks. India's decision to develop Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) was introduced in light of the ballistic missile threat mainly … [Read more...] about India’s Ballistic Missile Defence System: Why should we need it?
Universal Basic Income (UBI): Everything you need to know
Economic Survey for the year 2016-17 has an entire chapter dedicated to the discussion on Universal Basic Income (UBI). In this article let us try to understand the concept of Universal Basic Income, why it is needed, what are the challenges in its implementation and other related issues. What is … [Read more...] about Universal Basic Income (UBI): Everything you need to know
UPSC Civil Services Mains 2016 Written Exam Results Out!
UPSC has announced the results of Civil Services Mains 2016 written exam results. Roll numbers of around 2961 candidates are included in the list. Personality Test of these candidates is likely to commence from 20th March 2017. Here are the highlights of the official announcement from UPSC on Civil … [Read more...] about UPSC Civil Services Mains 2016 Written Exam Results Out!
India’s stand on Israel-Palestine conflict: Recent Changes
What is India's stand on the Israel-Palestine conflict? We have covered the Israel-Palestine conflict in one of our previous notes. In this post let's cover India's stand on the Israel-Palestine conflict. There has been much debate in recent times about whether India has changed its pro-Arab … [Read more...] about India’s stand on Israel-Palestine conflict: Recent Changes
