Water Bodies Census: First-Ever By The Ministry of Jal Shakthi

Central Idea The Ministry of Jal Shakthi has released the first-ever census of water bodies in India, highlighting the number of water bodies and their usage. The census has identified 24,24,540 water bodies in India. The Census highlighted disparities between rural and urban areas and varying levels of encroachment and revealed crucial insights into the country’s… Continue reading

Virtual Digital Assets Regulation: India’s progressive Approach

Central Idea The regulation of new technologies can be a challenging task, as their rapid and constant change can create unintended consequences. History is full of examples where innovations were curtailed, such as the infamous Red Flag Act of the UK that ended up strengthening the motorcar industry in Europe. Today, India’s recent notification on… Continue reading

Why have Maoists repeatedly attack in Chhattisgarh?

Central idea: Ten security personnel returning from a counter-insurgency operation and a civilian driver were killed by Maoists, in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada. Why discuss this? Media seems to be confused with the terms and uses Maoists and Naxalities quite inter-changeably for Left Wing Extremism (LWE). Current LWE situation in the country According to the MHA, Maoist… Continue reading

Only half PMJDY insurance claims settled in 2 years

Central idea: In an RTI reply, it is revealed that only 329 claims out of 647 filed were settled in the last two financial years under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY). What is PM Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)? The PMJDY is a financial inclusion program launched by the Indian government in 2014. It… Continue reading

Tamil Nadu’s Manamadurai Pottery gets GI Tag

The Manamadurai pottery recently earned a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Manamadurai Pottery The Vaigai river enriches the clay used for the Manamadurai pottery. Pot making requires expertise as the bottom has to be perfectly round. The right proportion of mud, clay and heating makes this product very strong. The main raw materials for making these… Continue reading

Zero Shadow Day: What is it, why does it happen?

Central idea: Many cities across India are experiencing Zero Shadow Day since the sun was directly overhead at that time. What is Zero Shadow Day? Zero Shadow Day is a phenomenon that occurs twice a year at every point on Earth located between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. During Zero Shadow… Continue reading

The Brain Economy: Navigating a New World

Central Idea The nature of labor has changed drastically in the last century, moving from physical labor to skill-based labor to brain-based labor. Technology is driving this change and reshaping industries, and we must adapt to this new reality to stay globally relevant. We need to move away from outdated stereotypes of evil corporations and… Continue reading

Rs 2,913 Cr from PSEs to PM CARES Fund

Government-run listed firms have contributed at least Rs 2,913.6 crore between 2019-20 and 2021-22 to the controversial Prime Minister’s Citizen Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM CARES) Fund. About PM CARES Fund The PM CARES Fund was created on 28 March 2020 following the COVID-19 pandemic in India. The fund will be used for… Continue reading

Genome Sequencing and the Genome India Project

The Department of Biotechnology recently said that the exercise to sequence 10,000 Indian human genomes and create a database under the Centre-backed Genome India Project is about two-thirds complete. What is the Genome India Project? The Genome India Project has been described by those involved as the “first scratching of the surface of the vast… Continue reading

Understanding Temperature Anomalies

Central idea: Global warming does not mean that each month or each year will be warmer than the previous month or the previous year. What is Temperature Anomaly? This is a measure of how much the actual temperature deviates from the long-term average temperature for a particular location and time period. Anomalies are calculated by… Continue reading

Bangalore Principles of Judicial Conduct

The Supreme Court of India has directed the Registrar General of the Calcutta High Court to investigate an alleged interview given by a judge to a news channel in which he made remarks against a politician. This is cited against Bangalore Principles of Judicial Conduct. What are Bangalore Principles? The Bangalore Code of Judicial Conduct… Continue reading

Places in news: Thirunelly Temple

The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) has urged the government to conserve the historically significant structures, including the 600-year-old ‘Vilakkumadom’, an exquisite granite structure, at the Sree Mahavishnu Temple at Thirunelly in Wayanad district. About Thirunelly Temple The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is also known as Sahyamala Kshetram.… Continue reading

Same Sex Marriage: Marriage Equality for LGBTQ+ Persons is A Fundamental Right

Central Idea The Supreme Court of India recently started hearing petitions from LGBTQ+ petitioners seeking marriage equality. While marriage equality for LGBTQ+ persons is a controversial issue in India, it is essential to understand that denying them the right to marry excludes them from participating fully in family and community life, including gaining recognition and… Continue reading

Operation Kaveri to evacuate stranded citizens from Sudan

India has launched “Operation Kaveri” to evacuate its citizens from war-torn Sudan. What is Operation Kaveri? It is the recent series of evacuations held by India over the last few years to rescue its nationals in crisis-hit countries. India rescued its nationals last year from war-hit Ukraine and Afghanistan. The operation was launched in response… Continue reading

Vibrant Villages Program to be integrated with PM Gati Shakti

The Centre’s Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP) which aims to develop infrastructure and open up villages to tourists along the China border will be integrated with the Gati Shakti Mega Project. What is Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP)? Under the VVP, the selected villages will be provided with basic facilities like all-weather roads, potable piped water, 24×7… Continue reading

Malaria soon to be a notifiable disease across India

Malaria is all set to become a notifiable disease across India, which will require cases to be reported to government authorities by law. About Malaria Description Definition A potentially life-threatening disease caused by parasites that are transmitted through the bite of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes Causes Four species of plasmodium parasites, namely plasmodium vivax, plasmodium… Continue reading

Northeast India and The Troika of Bangladesh, India and Japan

Central Idea The third India-Japan Intellectual Dialogue hosted by the Asian Confluence (ASCON), Tripura, was an ideal opportunity to assess the evolving thinking of experts and policymakers. It showed that the current decade may produce path-breaking changes in the northeast, bringing the troika of Bangladesh, India and Japan closer. Significant changes in the North East… Continue reading

India’s Population Growth: Dividend or a Disaster?

Central Idea India’s projected transition as the most populous country from China by mid-2023 presents opportunities for demographic advantage, but also requires focusing on the available demographic dividend. The population growth, size, and composition must be viewed from an empirical and scientific perspective to understand whether it is a dividend or a disaster. India’s Population… Continue reading

India-UAE Food Security Partnership Stands to Benefit From Multiple Points of Convergence

Central Idea The UAE, heavily dependent on food imports, has set the goal of achieving food access and supply chain crisis readiness. India is a key partner in the UAE’s efforts to strengthen food security, given India’s status as the world’s second-largest food producer. The India-UAE food security partnership stands to benefit from multiple points… Continue reading

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