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What does India’s first gig workers’ rights Bill stipulate?

What’s the news? The Rajasthan Assembly on Monday passed the Platform-Based Gig Workers (Registration and Welfare) Bill, 2023, without a debate amid uproar by the opposition members in the House. Central Idea The Rajasthan government has taken a significant stride towards safeguarding the interests of gig workers with the passage of the Rajasthan Gig Workers… Continue reading What does India’s first gig workers’ rights Bill stipulate?

Donanemab: A promising drug for Alzheimer’s

Central Idea Donanemab, a drug in trials has shown significant potential in slowing cognitive decline in individuals with early Alzheimer’s. What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive and irreversible neurological disorder. Beta-amyloid, a protein that is crucial for brain function, turns toxic in Alzheimer’s patients, forming clumps that disrupt brain cell connections, leading… Continue reading Donanemab: A promising drug for Alzheimer’s

In news: Opium Wars

Central Idea The Opium Wars, waged by European colonial powers on China, exemplify how opium, as an inanimate object, became a powerful historical agent under specific social and political circumstances. Possible mains question: Q. Discuss the historical significance of opium as a powerful agent in shaping world history, with a focus on its role in… Continue reading In news: Opium Wars

Narco-Terrorism and Manipur Violence

Central Idea A civil society organization has written a letter to the European Parliament (EP) expressing concerns over the portrayal of violence in Manipur as a religious conflict. It ascertains that the ongoing violence is not a religious issue but rather fueled by narco-terrorism and illegal settlements. The organization highlighted the dangers of Manipur becoming… Continue reading Narco-Terrorism and Manipur Violence

What are Marine Heat Waves (MHWs)?

Central Idea MHWs have engulfed regions like the northeast Pacific, southern Indian Ocean, the Atlantic, and the Mediterranean, as reported by Mercator Ocean International. In April, the Sea Surface Temperature (SST) peaked at 21.1 degrees Celsius, breaking the previous record set in 2016. What are Marine Heat Waves (MHWs)? While we often associate heatwaves with… Continue reading What are Marine Heat Waves (MHWs)?

Ethanol Blending Programme

What’s the news? The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has recently announced an ambitious plan to achieve 20% ethanol-blended petrol nationwide by 2025. Central idea India’s ethanol production program has witnessed significant strides in the last five years, with both increased quantities supplied to oil marketing companies (OMCs) and a shift towards diverse raw materials, including… Continue reading Ethanol Blending Programme

Tax can be an incentive

What’s the news? While India’s tax reforms have been awe-inspiring in magnitude and scale in recent years, the country needs a voluntary tax transparency framework to sustain its current economic growth. Central Idea As the Indian economy aims to surpass the $5 trillion milestone, focusing on sustainable growth has become paramount. Achieving this goal requires… Continue reading Tax can be an incentive

Climate targets are becoming outdated: India needs its own

What’s the news? The media’s attention has been focused on the 1.5 degrees Celsius warming target and the influence of El Niño this year. While crossing this temperature threshold is a cause for concern, the hyperbolic end-of-the-world messaging around the climate crisis deserves revaluation. Central idea The target in the Paris Agreement, to keep the… Continue reading Climate targets are becoming outdated: India needs its own

[pib] IMD launches Heat Index

Central Idea Union Ministry of Earth Sciences informed that the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has introduced the Heat Index on an experimental basis. IMD Heat Index The Heat Index aims to provide general guidance for regions in India where the combination of temperature and humidity leads to higher apparent temperatures, causing discomfort for people. It… Continue reading [pib] IMD launches Heat Index

Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2023

Central Idea Union Information and Broadcasting Minister has introduced the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2023, in the Rajya Sabha, with the goal of addressing piracy concerns in the film industry. It seeks to amend the Cinematograph Act, 1952. What is the Cinematograph Act, 1952? The Cinematograph Act of 1952, was enacted by the Parliament to ensure… Continue reading Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill, 2023

The dramatic transformation of India’s oil trade with Russia

What’s the news? For over a year, India, the world’s third-largest consumer of crude oil with an import dependency of more than 85%, has been entangled in a passionate affair with Russian oil. Central idea Aftermath invasion of Ukraine, Russia began offering deep discounts to willing buyers as Western countries turned their backs on its… Continue reading The dramatic transformation of India’s oil trade with Russia

Demographic transition and change in women’s lives

What is the news? The observance of World Population Day (11 July) provides an opportunity to reflect upon India’s demographic journey and its transformative impact on the lives of its citizens, particularly women. This article presents insights and perspectives on how population growth, fertility decline, and social norms have influenced various aspects of women’s lives… Continue reading Demographic transition and change in women’s lives

What is an adjournment motion, moved by Congress MPs in Parliament?

What’s the news? In the second day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament, the Lok Sabha witnessed adjournment proceedings as Opposition parties demanded an urgent discussion on the alleged sexual assault of women in Manipur amid the ongoing ethnic violence in the state. Central idea Congress MPs moved adjournment motions, urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi… Continue reading What is an adjournment motion, moved by Congress MPs in Parliament?

Places in news: Kerch Bridge

Central Idea The Kerch Bridge, linking the Russian mainland to the Crimean Peninsula, suffered an attack by Ukrainian sea drones, leading to retaliatory actions by Russia. About Kerch Bridge The Kerch Bridge, across the Kerch Strait, is 19 km long and has two parallel rail and roadways. It was opened in 2018 by Russian President… Continue reading Places in news: Kerch Bridge

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