[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

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

50th anniversary of World Environment Day

Central Idea Plastics have become an integral part of human life, despite their adverse environmental impact. World Environment Day (5th June) serves as a reminder of our responsibility to address plastic pollution. Why in news? 50th Anniversary of World Environment Day: The day, led by UNEP since 1973, marks its 50th anniversary this year. Global… Continue reading

In news: Commission of Railway Safety (CRS)

Central Idea: The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) conducts investigations into train accidents, including the recent tragic train crash in Odisha. About Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) Role of CRS: CRS is a government body responsible for railway safety oversight and carries out inspectorial, investigatory, and advisory functions as mandated by the Railways Act, 1989.… Continue reading

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

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

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

Researchers observed rare Higgs Boson Decay

Central Idea Physicists at CERN’s Large Hadron Collider (LHC) reported detecting a rare decay of the Higgs boson into a Z boson and a photon. The decay process provides valuable insights into the Higgs boson and the nature of our universe. Large Hadron Collider (LHC) What is it? – The LHC is the world’s largest… Continue reading

Law Commission Report on Adverse Possession

Central Idea The recent report by the Law Commission on the law of adverse possession provides an overview of adverse possession, its historical origins, and its current provisions under the Limitation Act of 1963. Adverse Possession DEFINITION It refers to the hostile possession of property, which must be continuous, uninterrupted, and peaceful. Historical Background Historical… Continue reading

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

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

[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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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