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[pib] Nyaya Vikas Portal

Central Idea: The Nyaya Vikas Portal has been created for monitoring the implementation of the Centrally Sponsored, Nyaya Vikas Scheme. What is Nyaya Vikas Program? Initiated by the Department of Justice in 1993-94. Aims to develop infrastructure facilities for districts and subordinate judiciary. Provides central assistance to state governments and UT administrations for constructing court… Continue reading [pib] Nyaya Vikas Portal

Varunastra: Indigenous Heavy Weight Torpedo

Central Idea Test-firing achievement: The indigenously designed and developed heavy weight torpedo (HWT) Varunastra was successfully test-fired by the Indian Navy, targeting an undersea target with a live warhead. Varunastra: Feature Details Advanced features: Varunastra is a ship-launched anti-submarine torpedo equipped with low drift navigational systems, acoustic homing, advanced acoustic countermeasures, autonomous guidance algorithms, an… Continue reading Varunastra: Indigenous Heavy Weight Torpedo

Kerala Fibre Optical Network (KFON)

Central Idea Free Internet: The Kerala government officially launched KFON, a flagship project aimed at reducing the digital divide and promoting e-governance. Bridging the Digital Divide: KFON intends to provide high-speed broadband internet access to all households and government offices in Kerala. What is KFON?                           KFON acts as an optical fibre cable network infrastructure provider,… Continue reading Kerala Fibre Optical Network (KFON)

Places: Kakhovka Dam in Ukraine

Central Idea Breach of the Dnipro River Dam: A Soviet-era Kakhovka Dam on the Dnipro River in southern Ukraine was breached, resulting in floodwaters spreading across the war zone. Conflicting Accounts: Ukraine accused Russia of destroying the dam, while Russian officials provided differing explanations, suggesting Ukrainian shelling or prior damage as potential causes. The Kakhovka… Continue reading Places: Kakhovka Dam in Ukraine

Deepfakes: A Double-Edged Sword in the Digital Age

Central Idea Deepfakes, produced through advanced deep learning techniques, manipulate media by presenting false information. These creations distort reality, blurring the lines between fact and fiction, and pose significant challenges to society. While deepfakes have emerged as an “upgrade” from traditional photoshopping, their potential for deception and manipulation cannot be underestimated What is mean by… Continue reading Deepfakes: A Double-Edged Sword in the Digital Age

Duty-Free Quota Free (DFQF) Scheme

Central Idea India offers a duty-free quota-free (DFQF) scheme to least developed countries (LDCs) under the World Trade Organisation (WTO). A report by the LDC Group reveals that about 85% of the products offered by India remain unutilised under the DFQF scheme. World Trade Organisation (WTO) Establishment The WTO was established on January 1, 1995,… Continue reading Duty-Free Quota Free (DFQF) Scheme

Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)

Central Idea Collaboration between the European Space Agency (ESA), Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), and Marple (an AI company) aims to track cotton certification in India. Utilizing satellite images and artificial intelligence, the project focuses on identifying and classifying cotton fields in India. What is GOTS? The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is a globally… Continue reading Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)

[VERY IMPORTANT] Executive Democracy vs Parliamentary Democracy

Central Idea The recent inauguration of a new Parliament building in India was accompanied by both grandeur and controversy. While the exclusion of the President and the symbolic gestures surrounding the Sengol stirred significant debate, there is a deeper issue that remains overlooked the growing subordination of Parliament in India’s parliamentary democracy and the emergence… Continue reading [VERY IMPORTANT] Executive Democracy vs Parliamentary Democracy

What are Khap Panchayats?

Central Idea The Khap leaders are calling for swift action and the arrest of a Minister, who is accused of sexual harassment of wrestlers in order to address the allegations effectively and ensure justice. In order to escalate their demands and seek support for their cause, the khap leaders have decided to organize a delegation… Continue reading What are Khap Panchayats?

Unmasking the Narrow Moral Universe of Middle-Class Activism

Central Idea The recent protests by nationally acclaimed wrestlers against their federation chief have shed light on the limitations of middle-class activism and its failure to mobilize civil society effectively. Despite the potential for mobilization and government pressure, the wrestler protests failed to garner the support and momentum seen in past movements such as the… Continue reading Unmasking the Narrow Moral Universe of Middle-Class Activism

Kerala High Court’s Ruling on Education Loan and Credit Scores

Central Idea Student’s credit score not a factor: Kerala High Court emphasizes that a student’s credit score should not be a determining factor in rejecting an education loan application, highlighting the importance of equal opportunities for students. Importance of humanitarian approach: The court asserts that a humanitarian approach is necessary from banks while considering education… Continue reading Kerala High Court’s Ruling on Education Loan and Credit Scores

OPEC+ decision on Oil Supply cut

Central Idea Saudi Arabia has decided to decrease its oil supply to the global economy. This unilateral action aims to stabilize the declining crude oil prices. Previous efforts by major oil-producing countries within the OPEC+ alliance to cut supply did not yield desired price increases. What is OPEC+? The non-OPEC countries which export crude oil… Continue reading OPEC+ decision on Oil Supply cut

Role of Evapotranspiration in Earth’s Dynamic Processes

  Central Idea:  Evapotranspiration is a key process in Earth’s dynamic systems, impacting the movement of water and nutrients, influencing the water cycle, and providing crucial information for farmers to manage irrigation and water resources effectively. Understanding Evapotranspiration Definition: Evapotranspiration refers to the movement of water from terrestrial surfaces into the atmosphere and is a… Continue reading Role of Evapotranspiration in Earth’s Dynamic Processes

The Need for Fact-Checking Units to Combat Fake News

Central Idea The IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2023 aim to tackle the dissemination of false or misleading information through the introduction of fact-checking units. In light of the detrimental impact of fake news, particularly during the Covid-19 crisis, governments worldwide have recognized the urgency to combat this menace. India,… Continue reading The Need for Fact-Checking Units to Combat Fake News

In news: Telangana Statehood Day

Central Idea With assembly elections just months away, political parties across the board are celebrating the 9th anniversary of Telangana’s statehood today (June 2). Formation of Telangana The article discusses the historical background and the struggle for statehood that led to the formation of Telangana, the newest state in India. It provides a chronological account… Continue reading In news: Telangana Statehood Day

Revised Guidelines for Deemed University Status

Central Idea The University Grants Commission (UGC) has released revised guidelines allowing higher education institutions to apply for deemed university status. The new guidelines aim to establish more quality-focused deemed universities by simplifying the eligibility criteria. University Grants Commission (UGC) UGC is a statutory body under the University Grants Commission Act, of 1956. It is… Continue reading Revised Guidelines for Deemed University Status

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