New Scorpene Class Submarines for Navy
Central Idea Procurement Announcement: The three additional Scorpene submarines will be procured under the Buy (Indian) category. The Mazagon Dock… Continue reading New Scorpene Class Submarines for Navy
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National Green Tribunal (NGT): A failing institution in need of revival
What is the news? There are concerns regarding the underperformance of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) over the past five… Continue reading National Green Tribunal (NGT): A failing institution in need of revival
How to prevent disruptions by flood and extreme weather events
What is the news? The recent floods and extreme weather events in north-western India and Delhi highlight the urgent need… Continue reading How to prevent disruptions by flood and extreme weather events
Age of Consent for Data Protection
Central Idea Empowering the Central Government: The upcoming data protection Bill in India could grant the Centre the authority to… Continue reading Age of Consent for Data Protection
Affordable treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)
Central Idea Researchers in India are collaborating to develop an affordable treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a rare and… Continue reading Affordable treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)
India’s diabetes epidemic is making its widespread TB problem worse
What is the news? India has long grappled with two major epidemics: type 2 diabetes (diabetes mellitus, DM) and tuberculosis… Continue reading India’s diabetes epidemic is making its widespread TB problem worse
EU Nature Restoration Law faces backlash from Farmers
Central Idea The EU Parliament’s approval of a nature restoration law has sparked backlash and debate over plans to protect… Continue reading EU Nature Restoration Law faces backlash from Farmers
Monsoon havoc in India: How floods can be a valuable resource
What is the news? The monsoon season in India this year brought about unprecedented changes, with Mumbai and New Delhi… Continue reading Monsoon havoc in India: How floods can be a valuable resource
What is Bastille Day?
Central idea The National Day of France, also known as Bastille Day, is celebrated on July 14 every year. Known… Continue reading What is Bastille Day?
The lesson from a monsoon-battered North India: Time to be prepared
What is the news? Last weekend, parts of North India witnessed heavy rains that triggered flash floods and left a… Continue reading The lesson from a monsoon-battered North India: Time to be prepared
Species in news: Atlantic Menhaden
Central Idea Researchers have discovered that the population of ospreys, a fish-eating bird, is facing a decline due to the… Continue reading Species in news: Atlantic Menhaden
Urban Deluge due to rising Yamuna Level in Delhi
Central Idea The Yamuna River in Delhi is experiencing it’s highest-ever water levels, causing concerns and necessitating emergency actions. Heavy… Continue reading Urban Deluge due to rising Yamuna Level in Delhi
World past Holocene Epoch: Anthropocene began in 1950
Central Idea AWG’s Proposal: The Anthropocene Working Group (AWG) proposes a new geological epoch called the Anthropocene. Reference Point: The… Continue reading World past Holocene Epoch: Anthropocene began in 1950
Why normative recommendations of finance commissions remain on paper
What is the news? This article critically examines the historical outcomes of the 13th FC and underscores the need for… Continue reading Why normative recommendations of finance commissions remain on paper
Quiet diplomacy could ease South China Sea tensions
What is the news? During the fifth meeting of the Philippines-India Joint Commission on Bilateral Cooperation in New Delhi on… Continue reading Quiet diplomacy could ease South China Sea tensions
India sees significant reduction in Multidimensional Poverty
Central Idea The latest update of the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) by the UN Development Programme (UNDP) and the Oxford… Continue reading India sees significant reduction in Multidimensional Poverty
Electoral Bonds chief source of donations for parties: Report
Central Idea Electoral bonds have emerged as the primary source of donations for political parties in India, with the BJP… Continue reading Electoral Bonds chief source of donations for parties: Report
SC upholds Extensions for CBI and ED Directors
Central Idea The Supreme Court has upheld statutory amendments that permit the extension of tenures for Directors of the Central… Continue reading SC upholds Extensions for CBI and ED Directors
Supreme Court seeks SEBI’s explanation FPI Amendments
Central Idea The Supreme Court has asked the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to clarify why amendments were… Continue reading Supreme Court seeks SEBI’s explanation FPI Amendments
In news: GST Council Decisions
Central Idea The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council convened its 50th meeting on July 11, announcing significant revisions and… Continue reading In news: GST Council Decisions
