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India as Aviation Transit Hub

Central Idea In the world of aviation, a transit hub serves as a crucial intermediary point for travelers making their way from one foreign country to another. It’s like a well-orchestrated stopover where passengers switch from one aircraft to another, aiming for a seamless journey. What is a Transit Hub in Aviation? A transit hub… Continue reading India as Aviation Transit Hub

2023 Ramon Magsaysay Award to Indian Oncologist

Central Idea Dr. R. Ravi Kannan, a surgical oncologist and Director of Cachar Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (CCHRC) in Assam, has been named one of the 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Awardees. His pioneering efforts have revolutionized cancer treatment in Assam by prioritizing people-centric and pro-poor healthcare solutions. Dr. Kannan’s Inspiring Work Under Dr. Kannan’s guidance,… Continue reading 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Award to Indian Oncologist

Decoding the OCCRP’s Adani Report

Central Idea Following a Supreme Court directive in March 2023, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) was tasked with investigating allegations related to the Adani-Hindenburg matter. The Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) has recently unveiled new allegations against the Adani Group, adding to the scrutiny. OCCRP’s allegations against Adani Group OCCRP’s… Continue reading Decoding the OCCRP’s Adani Report

A progressive UCC must protect the child’s best interests

Central Idea In the backdrop of a potential UCC being brought to the fore during a special parliamentary session from September 18 to 22, 2023, it’s crucial to transcend the traditional discourse surrounding polygamy and divorce. The forthcoming UCC must delve deeper into issues beyond these and prioritize the well-being of children in custody. What… Continue reading A progressive UCC must protect the child’s best interests

Govt forms committee on simultaneous elections: What is the idea, and the arguments around it?

What’s the news? The government forms a committee to explore the possibility of One Nation, One Election. Central idea In a significant move, the Indian government has established a committee under the leadership of former President Ram Nath Kovind to delve into the viability of implementing the concept of one nation, one election. This proposal… Continue reading Govt forms committee on simultaneous elections: What is the idea, and the arguments around it?

Illicit Red Sand Boa Trade in India

Central Idea A recent report by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)-India exposes 172 incidents of red sand boa (Eryx johnii) seizures spanning 2016-2021. It is illicitly traded under the notion of its role in black magic practices. About Red Sand Boa The Red Sand Boa is a rare non-poisonous snake with applications in medicine, cosmetics,… Continue reading Illicit Red Sand Boa Trade in India

Sanchar Saathi: Empowering Citizens

Central Idea Recent reforms in the Indian telecom sector target cybercrime and financial fraud prevention. The reforms focus on revising bulk SIM card procurement norms and registering final points of sale (PoS). The objective is to bolster the effectiveness of the citizen-centric portal Sanchar Saathi, initiated earlier for the same purpose. Sanchar Saathi: Empowering Citizens… Continue reading Sanchar Saathi: Empowering Citizens

Radioactive Chapatis: Concern over a 1969 experiment on South Asian women

Central Idea A Member of Parliament in the UK demanded a statutory inquiry into medical research conducted on Indian-origin and South Asian women in Coventry. Women of Indian origin were fed Chapatis containing a radioactive isotope of iron, Iron-59 to verify if it treats anaemia. The 1969 Chapati Study The study took place in 1969… Continue reading Radioactive Chapatis: Concern over a 1969 experiment on South Asian women

Understanding curbs on rice exports

What’s the news? The Indian Government Implements Rice Export Restrictions to Stabilize Domestic Prices Central Idea In a bid to control domestic rice prices and safeguard the country’s food security, the Indian government has implemented a series of measures that impact rice exports and production. These steps include prohibiting the export of white rice, imposing… Continue reading Understanding curbs on rice exports

Places in news: Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary         

Central Idea The Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary in Assam, home to the endangered western hoolock gibbon, is facing habitat fragmentation due to a railway track that divides the sanctuary. Hoolock Gibbons They are a unique primate species, inhabit various regions across India’s northeastern part, particularly in states like Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and Nagaland. These… Continue reading Places in news: Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary         

Supreme Court Ruling on ‘Self-Respect’ Marriages

Central Idea The recent Supreme Court ruling on ‘self-respect’ marriages under Section 7(A) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 has clarified the legal standing of these marriages. The court’s decision has significant implications for the validity and recognition of such unions, particularly in the state of Tamil Nadu. Self-respect Marriages Amendment: The Hindu Marriage (Tamil… Continue reading Supreme Court Ruling on ‘Self-Respect’ Marriages

The Election Commission — autonomy in the crosshairs

What’s the news? In recent times, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has emerged as a battleground where conflicts between the government and the judiciary come to the fore. The current divergence of opinions centers around the process of appointing officials within the ECI. Central idea The Supreme Court’s unanimous verdict, issued on March 2,… Continue reading The Election Commission — autonomy in the crosshairs

Vital link between Soil Micronutrients and Human Health

Central Idea A new study has underscored the significant connection between soil micronutrients and human nutritional outcomes, particularly among children and adult women. The research, titled “Soil Micronutrients Linked to Human Health in India,” emphasizes that soil deficiency in key nutrients contributes to nutritional deficiencies in vulnerable populations. What are Soil Micronutrients? Micronutrients are essential… Continue reading Vital link between Soil Micronutrients and Human Health

Nabhmitra: Satellite-Based Safety Device for Fishermen

Central Idea The ISRO Space Applications Centre (Ahmedabad) has developed ‘Nabhmitra,’ a groundbreaking device designed to enhance the safety of fishermen during their maritime activities. About Nabhmitra Nabhmitra employs satellite-based communication for seamless messaging services while at sea. Weather alerts, cyclone warnings, and other critical information will be conveyed in the local language. Fishermen can… Continue reading Nabhmitra: Satellite-Based Safety Device for Fishermen

SEBI’s Amendments to boost REITs and InvITs

Central Idea The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has recently approved crucial changes to the regulations governing real estate investment trusts (REITs) and infrastructure investment trusts (InvITs), aimed at enhancing their appeal to investors. These investment vehicles function similarly to mutual funds, pooling capital to invest in real estate or infrastructure projects. What… Continue reading SEBI’s Amendments to boost REITs and InvITs

What is Preventive Detention?

Central Idea Ahead of a religious procession, a few people were taken into preventive custody (preventive detention) in Haryana. What is Preventive Detention? Arrest occurs when an individual is charged with a crime. Preventive Detention involves detaining individuals to prevent them from engaging in actions that could disrupt law and order, without them being charged… Continue reading What is Preventive Detention?

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