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Manipur accounted for 97% of displacements in South Asia   

Why in the News? The report by the Geneva-based Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) termed it the highest number of displacements in India triggered due to the conflict and violence in India since 2018. Key highlights on Internal Displacement in India (2009-2023): The above image shows the Internally Displaced People (IDP) currently living in India.… Continue reading Manipur accounted for 97% of displacements in South Asia   

[pib] Sangam: Digital Twin Initiative enters Stage I

Why in the news? The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has unveiled the selected participants for Stage I of the ‘Sangam: Digital Twin with AI-Driven Insights Initiative’. What is Digital Twin Technology? A digital twin is a digital representation of a physical object, person, or process, contextualized in a digital version of its environment. Digital twins… Continue reading [pib] Sangam: Digital Twin Initiative enters Stage I

[pib] Sub-Committee for GRAP reviews the Air Quality scenario in New Delhi

Why in the News? Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) registered at 243, falling under the ‘Poor’ category, as reported by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). In response to this, the Sub-Committee under the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR & Adjoining Areas (CAQM) convened to assess the situation and strategize under the Graded… Continue reading [pib] Sub-Committee for GRAP reviews the Air Quality scenario in New Delhi

Regulatory Challenges in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)

Why in the News? In response to tightening regulations impacting operations, the RBI has recommended that investments exceeding 50% of Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) units by a person resident outside India be treated as Indirect Foreign Investment. BACK2BASICS: What are Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)? An Alternative Investment Fund or AIF is any fund established or… Continue reading Regulatory Challenges in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)

Spices Board discussing the setting of ETO Limits with CODEX

Why in the News? The Spices Board has proactively engaged with CODEX, the international food standards authority, to address the pressing issue of ethylene oxide (ETO) contamination in spices. This initiative follows recent recalls of certain branded spices exported from India to Hong Kong and Singapore due to concerns regarding ETO contamination. Concerns over spice… Continue reading Spices Board discussing the setting of ETO Limits with CODEX

On the importance of Regulatory Sandboxes in Artificial Intelligence 

Why in the News?  Regulatory sandboxes are now widely used in many countries because they allow new ideas to be tested in a controlled and supervised environment. What are Regulatory Sandboxes? A regulatory sandbox is a tool allowing businesses to explore and experiment with new and innovative products, services, or businesses under a regulator’s supervision.… Continue reading On the importance of Regulatory Sandboxes in Artificial Intelligence 

Sri Lanka cabinet approves new economic law to meet IMF targets

Why in the News? SRI Lanka’s Cabinet has approved a new economic law to stabilize its debt-to-GDP ratio that will cover key targets set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The debt-to-GDP ratio measures the proportion of a country’s national debt to its gross domestic product. According to the World Bank, the countries whose debt-to-GDP… Continue reading Sri Lanka cabinet approves new economic law to meet IMF targets

The challenge of Extra-Pulmonary TB

  Why in the News?  A tuberculosis patient receives treatment from a nurse (instead of a specialist) at a TB hospital in Guwahati. What is meant by Pulmonary Tuberculosis (TB)?   Pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) is a serious infection caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) that involves the lungs but may spread to other organs where… Continue reading The challenge of Extra-Pulmonary TB

NISAR Satellite will be able to monitor Tectonic Movements: ISRO chief

Why in the News? The ISRO Chief has confirmed that the NISAR Satellite would be able to monitor the Tectonic Movements of Earth with high precision with a centimeter accuracy. Originally planned for July, the NISAR launch may be delayed to October-November due to issues on the U.S. spacecraft side. About NISAR Satellite: NISAR (NASA-ISRO… Continue reading NISAR Satellite will be able to monitor Tectonic Movements: ISRO chief

[pib] IMEX 2024, Frankfurt 

Why in the News? The Union Ministry of Tourism is actively engaging in IMEX, Frankfurt to position India as a premier MICE destination on the International stage. Back2Basics: IMEX IMEX is an international trade show for the meetings, events, and incentive travel industry. It stands for “International Meeting Exchange” and is held annually in Frankfurt,… Continue reading [pib] IMEX 2024, Frankfurt 

In News: Mahi River 

Why in the News? Incidences of people drowning down into the Mahi River have become more frequent. About Mahi River The Mahi River originates in the Vindhya Range of Madhya Pradesh (hot semi-arid and watershed region), near Dhar. It flows northward through Madhya Pradesh before turning westward upon entering Rajasthan. It then moves southwest, passing… Continue reading In News: Mahi River 

[pib] Rabindranath Tagore and his legacy

Why in the news? The Conservation and Cultural Archives Division of Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) hosted an exhibition and lecture celebrating Rabindranath Tagore’s birth anniversary in New Delhi. Tagore’s Journey to France Tagore had visited the battlefields of the First World War, highlighting his deep humanity. The narrative includes mentions of… Continue reading [pib] Rabindranath Tagore and his legacy

AI Content Detectors to Combat Deepfakes

Why in the News? During the General Elections 2024, the proliferation of AI-generated content (AIGC), including deepfake videos featuring prominent figures like Aamir Khan and Ranveer Singh, raised concerns about misinformation. What is Deepfake Technology? It is a type of Artificial Intelligence used to create convincing images, audio and video hoaxes. Deepfakes often transform existing… Continue reading AI Content Detectors to Combat Deepfakes

GPT-4o: A Free AI Model with Vision, Text, and Voice

Why in the News? OpenAI has launched GPT-4o- a version of the GPT-4 model which powers its ChatGPT. It offers enhanced speed, intelligence, and efficiency across text, vision, and audio, revolutionizing human-to-machine interaction and opening up new possibilities for users worldwide. About GPT-4o: GPT-4o offers GPT- 4 level intelligence with improved speed and efficiency, making… Continue reading GPT-4o: A Free AI Model with Vision, Text, and Voice

[14 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Stabilising India-Nepal ties in changing times

PYQ Relevance:Mains: Q How far are India’s internal security challenges linked with border management particularly in view of the long porous borders with most countries of South Asia and Myanmar? (UPSC IAS/2013)Q Border management is a complex task due to difficult terrain and hostile relations with some countries. Elucidate the challenges and strategies for effective border… Continue reading [14 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Stabilising India-Nepal ties in changing times

Declining Poverty Ratio: A Continuing Trend

Why in the News?  The National Sample Survey Organization’s and Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (2022-23) prompted researchers to estimate Poverty and Inequality trends, highlighting data comparability and measurement issues. Present trends of Poverty and Inequality in Indian Society:  1. Poverty Declined: Poverty ratios declined from 29.5% in 2011-12 to 10% in 2022-23 (1.77% points per… Continue reading Declining Poverty Ratio: A Continuing Trend

Adopting a transformative vision for mediation

Why in the news?  The Mediation Act, of 2023, formalizes diverse mediation forms, promotes amicable settlements and also addresses the judicial backlog. However, Chief Justice Chandrachud emphasized recently that we need a “mediate, not litigate” directive. What is Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)? ADR refers to the methods of resolving a dispute, which are alternatives for… Continue reading Adopting a transformative vision for mediation

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