ICMR releases Ethical Guidelines for AI usage in Healthcare

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has recently released the first-ever set of ethical guidelines for the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in biomedical research and healthcare. Ethical Guidelines for AI usage in Healthcare The guidelines aim to create “an ethics framework which can assist in the development, deployment, and adoption of AI-based solutions”… Continue reading

Membership of a banned outfit is a crime under UAPA: SC

The Supreme Court has overturned its previous judgments and ruled that a person who “is or continues to be” even a “mere member” of a banned organisation is liable to be found criminally liable under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) for acting against the sovereignty and integrity of India. Why in news? The Supreme… Continue reading

Lok Sabha clears forming GST Appellate Tribunal

The Lok Sabha passed Finance Bill, 2023 with some amendments, including one that seeks to set up the much-awaited GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT), which will deal with tax disputes. What is GST Appellate Tribunal? The GST Appellate Tribunal is a quasi-judicial body proposed to be established to resolve disputes related to the Goods and Services… Continue reading

In news: Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS)

Central idea: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is being asked to monitor card spend under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS). Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) LRS is a facility provided by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to resident individuals to remit funds abroad for permitted current or capital account transactions or a combination of… Continue reading

[pib] Exercise Konkan, 2023

Ex Konkan, the annual bilateral maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy, was recently held off the Konkan coast in the Arabian Sea. Exercise Konkan 2023 Konkan exercise is the annual bilateral maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and the UK’s Royal Navy. INS Trishul, a guided missile frigate, and HMS Lancaster,… Continue reading

Family Courts: Need for Expansion and Reforms

Central Idea Mumbai’s only family court, inundated with divorce applications and family disputes, showcases a range of emotions and highlights the need for additional family courts to better address these complex and sensitive issues. The Nature of Family Court Cases Mostly divorce cases: Common grounds for divorce include domestic violence, adultery, and dowry, but absurd… Continue reading

India’s Water Vision: Roadmap for a Sustainable Future

Central Idea India’s Water Vision addresses key water-related challenges, highlights ongoing interventions, and offers recommendations for ensuring sustainability and serving as a model for other countries to achieve clean water and sanitation for all. India’s Water vision India’s Water Vision is a government initiative aimed at providing clean and safe water to all citizens of… Continue reading

India’s Push for Semiconductors

Central idea The Indian government has given ₹1,645 crore in PLI incentives to electronics manufacturers to bring more of the supply chain to India. There is a growing need for semiconductors as they are used in almost all modern electronics. Many countries are moving away from China’s dominance in the sector due to supply chain… Continue reading

India’s disputed Compensatory Afforestation (CAMPA) Policy at odds with new IPCC report

Central idea The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) released its Synthesis Report, where the IPCC notes the significance of preserving natural ecosystems to mitigate climate change. The report has raised concerns about the ongoing policy of afforestation in India that allows forests to be cut down and replaced elsewhere. Afforestation in India Afforestation… Continue reading

Rajasthan becomes first state to guarantee Right to Health

The Rajasthan Assembly passed the Right to Health (RTH), even as doctors continued their protest against the Bill, demanding its complete withdrawal. Right to Health (RTH): A conceptual insight RTH is a fundamental human right that guarantees everyone the right to enjoy the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health. It is recognized as… Continue reading

Back in news: Criminalization of Marital Rape

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a series of petitions seeking to criminalise marital rape. What is Marital Rape? Marital rape is the act of sexual intercourse with one’s spouse without her consent. It is no different manifestation of domestic violence and sexual abuse. It is often a chronic form of violence for the… Continue reading

Chinese firm to build Solomon Islands Port Project

A Chinese state-backed company has won a contract to develop Honiara, a key port in the Solomon Islands. This is a major victory for China, which is seeking to gain a strategic foothold in the South Pacific. Why discuss this? The Solomon Islands have become a focal point in the diplomatic tussle between China and… Continue reading

Places in news: Sharda Peeth

Home Minister said that the government will move forward to open Sharda Peeth on the lines of the Kartarpur corridor. Why in news? Activists request that the Sharda Peeth corridor should be made operational on the lines of Nankana Sahib Gurudwaras and the Kartarpur corridor in Pakistan. Sharda Peeth Sharda Peeth is a Hindu temple… Continue reading

Call Before u Dig Application

Prime Minister has launched the ‘Call Before u Dig’ (CBuD) app, to facilitate coordination between excavation agencies and underground utility owners to prevent damage to utilities due to digging. Call Before u Dig (CBUD) The app is an initiative of the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications. Uncoordinated digging and excavation causes damage to underlying… Continue reading

The Great Nicobar Island Project: Environmental Recklessness or Economic Opportunity?

Central Idea The ₹70,000 crore Holistic Development of Great Nicobar Island project raises concerns about its ecological impact and the Union government’s hasty clearances, while its feasibility and sustainability remain questionable. What is Holistic Development of Great Nicobar Island project is all about? The Holistic Development of Great Nicobar Island project is a major infrastructure… Continue reading

The Global Security Initiative (GSI) : China’s Sincere Effort or a Mere Counter-Narrative?

Central Idea The Global Security Initiative (GSI), a China-led framework aiming to restore stability and security in Asia, appears to be more of a counter-narrative to U.S. leadership rather than a genuine attempt to establish a sustainable security order. What is GSI? The GSI was introduced by Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs Qin Gang at… Continue reading

Key takeaway of the IPCC Synthesis Report

The IPCC Synthesis Report warns that the world is on track to breach the 1.5-degree Celsius global warming limit by the 2030s, which would cause irrevocable damage to the planet’s ecosystem and severely impact humans and other living beings. What is IPCC Synthesis Report? The IPCC Synthesis Report is a summary report produced by the… Continue reading

What is the Interpol, and what is a Red Notice?

In a major setback to Indian agencies, Interpol has taken down from its website the Red Notice against a fugitive who is wanted in connection with the ₹13,578-crore Punjab National Bank fraud cases. What is the news? The person whom the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has listed as a “terrorist” under the Unlawful… Continue reading

What is the National Security Act, 1980?

Punjab Advocate General has confirmed the invocation of National Security Act (NSA) to Amritpal Singh’s case. National Security Act, 1980 The NSA was passed by the Parliament in 1980 and has been amended several times since then. It empowers the state to detain a person without a formal charge and without trial. It is invoked… Continue reading

HDI: Addressing India’s Subnational Human Development

Central Idea India is now one of the fastest-growing economies globally. However, this growth has not resulted in a corresponding increase in its Human Development Index (HDI). According to the Human Development Report of 2021-22, India ranks 132 out of 191 countries, behind Bangladesh (129) and Sri Lanka (73). Facts for Prelims: Human Development Index… Continue reading

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