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It’s time for India to reclaim its voice on Tibet

Why in the News?  A U.S. lawmaker delegation’s visit to Dharamshala closely followed the passage of the ‘Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act’ in Congress, awaiting Biden’s approval. About the delegation on ‘Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act’  Legislative Background: The U.S. Congress passed the ‘Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China… Continue reading It’s time for India to reclaim its voice on Tibet

Prolonged exposure to coal mining causes respiratory, skin diseases in workers: study  

Why in the News? A new study by the National Foundation of India (NFI) reveals that 75% of focus group participants have chronic respiratory and skin ailments due to prolonged exposure to coal mining pollutants. The study report titled, “At the Crossroads: Marginalised Communities and the Just Transition Dilemma”, is a sequel to the 2021… Continue reading Prolonged exposure to coal mining causes respiratory, skin diseases in workers: study  

Why India needs to build disaster resilience in its critical infrastructure?

Why in the News? The unprecedented surge in electricity demand offers a glimpse into the kind of stress that critical infrastructure endures during extreme weather events and resulting disasters. Present Challenges in India -> High Temperatures and Electricity Demand: Record-breaking Electricity Demand: Delhi experienced record-breaking electricity demand due to persistently high temperatures. Frequent Power Cuts:… Continue reading Why India needs to build disaster resilience in its critical infrastructure?

South India’s First and Largest Leopard Safari at Bannerghatta Biological Park

Why in the News? South India’s first and the country’s largest leopard safari was inaugurated at the Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP). About Bannerghatta Biological Park  BBP is located near Bangalore and was established in 2002. It spans an area of approximately 731.88 hectares, situated within the larger Bannerghatta National Park, which covers around 25,000 acres.… Continue reading South India’s First and Largest Leopard Safari at Bannerghatta Biological Park

India needs the anchor of a National Security Strategy 

Why in the news?  The newly elected National Democratic Alliance government is confronted with several longstanding and complex national security issues. Strategic Relations with the US and Competition with China: China’s Multifaceted Challenges: China poses an unprecedented array of interconnected challenges, including a significant naval build-up, geoeconomic clout in South Asia, and leverage in global… Continue reading India needs the anchor of a National Security Strategy 

[26th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Agony still in Manipur, a year later

PYQ Relevance:  Q What are the two major legal initiatives by the state since Independence, addressing discrimination against Scheduled Tribes (ST)? (UPSC IAS/2017)Q Why are the tribals in India referred to as ‘the Scheduled Tribes’? Indicate the major provisions enshrined in the Constitution of India for their upliftment. (UPSC IAS/2016) Mentors’ comment: The Meiteis and… Continue reading [26th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Agony still in Manipur, a year later

Chang’e 6 Lunar Probe

Why in the News? On June 25, Chang’e-6 became the world’s first spacecraft to bring back samples from the far side of the Moon. Chang’e-6 successfully returned with samples from the lunar far side, making China the first country to achieve this feat. About Chang’e-6 Mission  The mission lasted 53 days, starting with a launch… Continue reading Chang’e 6 Lunar Probe

K-Shaped Economic Recovery fuels diverse Inflation Dynamics in India

Why in the News? India is experiencing a K-shaped recovery, with uneven growth patterns. This recovery is causing divergent inflation trends, with food and rural prices rising faster than other goods and services, and urban inflation. What is K-Shaped Recovery?  A K-shaped recovery is an economic scenario in which different sectors, industries, or groups within… Continue reading K-Shaped Economic Recovery fuels diverse Inflation Dynamics in India

China-France launches SVOM Satellite for Gamma-Ray Burst Study

Why in the News? The Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM) satellite jointly developed by China and France was launched from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center. About Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM) The SVOM is designed to study gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) resulting from explosive cosmic events like black hole births and neutron star collisions. It is… Continue reading China-France launches SVOM Satellite for Gamma-Ray Burst Study

Enemy Agents Ordinance: Strict Measures for Militant Assistance in J&K

Why in the News? J&K Director General of Police stated that individuals assisting militants in J&K should be tried under the Enemy Agents Ordinance, 2005. The Enemy Agents Ordinance is more stringent than the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 with punishments including life imprisonment or death sentence. Enemy Agents Ordinance: An Overview It was… Continue reading Enemy Agents Ordinance: Strict Measures for Militant Assistance in J&K

Sucheta Kripalani (1908-1974): India’s first woman Chief Minister

Why in the News? June 25 is the birth anniversary of “Sucheta Kripalani”, India’s first woman Chief Minister. Who was Sucheta Kripalani? Sucheta Kripalani was born on June 25, 1908, in Ambala, Punjab. Daughter of S. N. Majumdar, a government surgeon. She studied at Indraprastha College for Women and St. Stephen’s College, University of Delhi.… Continue reading Sucheta Kripalani (1908-1974): India’s first woman Chief Minister

[25th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed:  The Court spells the way in Himalaya’s development

PYQ Relevance: Q Climate change is a global problem. How India will be affected by climate change? How Himalayan and coastal states of India will be affected by climate change? (UPSC IAS/2017) Q Should the pursuit of carbon credits and clean development mechanisms set up under UNFCCC be maintained even though there has been a… Continue reading [25th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed:  The Court spells the way in Himalaya’s development

What is in Great Nicobar, site of NITI Aayog’s mega Island Project?

Why in the News? The opposition party has demanded the immediate suspension of all clearances granted to NITI Aayog’s Great Nicobar Island (GNI) Project. It alleged violations of due process, legal and constitutional provisions protecting tribal communities. Great Nicobar Island: An Overview Geography and Ecology: Southernmost tip of India, part of the Andaman and Nicobar… Continue reading What is in Great Nicobar, site of NITI Aayog’s mega Island Project?

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