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[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

An Overview of the Smart Cities Mission | Explained

Why in the news?  The Smart Cities Mission (SCM), a key initiative of the previous NDA-1 government, has received less emphasis in this year’s lineup of electoral pledges and accomplishments. How are smart cities defined by the government?  Since 2009, following the significant financial crash, the term ‘Smart City’ has gained widespread usage. Urban practitioners… Continue reading An Overview of the Smart Cities Mission | Explained

[pib] Exercise Shakti

Why in the news? The 7th edition of the India-France Joint Military Exercise SHAKTI begins at Umroi, Meghalaya, signalling the start of a biennial training event aimed at enhancing bilateral military cooperation. About Exercise Shakti Shakti Exercise is a joint military exercise between the armies of India and France. It is a biennial training event… Continue reading [pib] Exercise Shakti

[pib] Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, and Sahrdayaloka-Locana enter ‘UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific regional register’

Why in the news? The Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra and Sahrdayaloka-Locana have been included in ‘UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific regional register’. About UNESCO’s ‘Memory of the World (MOW) Asia-Pacific regional register’ Details History and Establishment Initiated in 1992 by UNESCO. Asia-Pacific Regional Committee (MOWCAP) was set up in 1998. Parent Organization Overseen by UNESCO (United… Continue reading [pib] Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, and Sahrdayaloka-Locana enter ‘UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific regional register’

Supreme Court cautions on ‘history sheets’: All you need to know about the practice

Why in the News? On May 7, a Bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and K V Viswanathan warned against the presence of “unfair, prejudicial, and atrocious mindsets” that perpetuate and validate caste prejudices. It also directed all states and union territories to ensure that the ‘history sheets‘ maintained by their police forces are free from… Continue reading Supreme Court cautions on ‘history sheets’: All you need to know about the practice

Explained: Behind the 20-year delay in Nagaland’s Urban Local Body Elections

Why in the News? For the first time (since 2004), Nagaland is scheduled to conduct Urban Local Body elections. Context:  The state cabinet approved on April 26 for conducting Urban Local Body polls for Nagaland’s 3 Municipal Councils and 36 Town Councils. Further, the State Election Commission (SEC) released the election schedule, with voting slated… Continue reading Explained: Behind the 20-year delay in Nagaland’s Urban Local Body Elections

[13 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A well-intentioned study and a demographic myth

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q Analyse the salience of ‘sect’ in Indian society vis-a-vis caste, region, and religion.(UPSC IAS/2022)Q Discuss the main objectives of Population Education and point out the measures to achieve them in India in detail. (UPSC IAS/2021)Q “Empowering women is the key to controlling the population growth.” Discuss. (UPSC IAS/2019) Prelims:India is regarded… Continue reading [13 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A well-intentioned study and a demographic myth

Species in news: Himalayan Magpies 

Why in the news? Blue magpie species are frequently observed from Kashmir to Myanmar. About Himalayan Magpies Magpies belong to the Corvidae family, which also includes crows, jays, and ravens. These birds are typically noisy and inquisitive, often featured as omens in folklore around the world. Species Distribution and Habitat: Gold-billed Magpie (Urocissa flavirostris): Also… Continue reading Species in news: Himalayan Magpies 

Decoding C. Elegans Worm: A Remarkable Discovery

Why in the news? Researchers at Princeton University found that Caenorhabditis elegans can inherit the ‘knowledge’ to avoid a disease-causing bacterium, Pseudomonas vranovensis, across several generations after initially consuming it. C. Elegans: Breakthrough made in Scientific Research C. elegans can inherit the ‘knowledge’ to avoid a disease-causing bacterium, Pseudomonas vranovensis, across several generations after by… Continue reading Decoding C. Elegans Worm: A Remarkable Discovery

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