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African Grey Parrot Trade in India

Why in the News? A series of RTI applications filed by The Hindu across 19 States/UTs revealed that most State Forest Departments have no records of breeders, pet shops, or ownership registrations for the African Grey Parrot, despite the species being widely available in pet markets. Only Kerala reported receiving 17 breeder licence applications through… Continue reading African Grey Parrot Trade in India

Auramine O Adulteration in Food: A Persistent Food-Safety Challenge in India

Why in the News? Recent inspections by state food-safety departments and laboratory analyses by academic institutions have once again detected the presence of Auramine O — a banned industrial dye — in sweets, savoury items, and brightly coloured chickpeas sold in public. What is Auramine O? A synthetic bright yellow industrial dye. Uses: textiles, leather,… Continue reading Auramine O Adulteration in Food: A Persistent Food-Safety Challenge in India

[25th November 2025] Hindu OpED Bridging India’s numeracy gap

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2020] National Education Policy 2020 is in conformity with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient education system in India. Critically examine the statement. Linkage: NEP 2020 aligns with SDG-4 by focusing on equitable, high-quality education and foundational learning. However, implementation gaps and weak learning outcomes, especially in… Continue reading [25th November 2025] Hindu OpED Bridging India’s numeracy gap

What will mean for Chandigarh if it is brought under Article 240

Introduction Chandigarh is a Union Territory that also serves as the shared capital of Punjab and Haryana. The Governor of Punjab currently holds additional charge as the Administrator of Chandigarh. The proposal to place Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution may allow the Centre to appoint an independent Administrator and frame regulations for Chandigarh… Continue reading What will mean for Chandigarh if it is brought under Article 240

Justice Surya Kant Sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI)

Why in the News? Justice Surya Kant took oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI) on November 24, 2025, administered by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. About Justice Surya Kant Born: 10 February 1962, Hisar, Haryana. Youngest Advocate General of Haryana (appointed 2000). Judge, Punjab & Haryana High Court (2004). Chief Justice,… Continue reading Justice Surya Kant Sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI)

INS Sahyadri–HMAS Ballarat in AUSINDEX 2025

 Why in the News? INS Sahyadri of the Indian Navy and HMAS Ballarat of the Royal Australian Navy participated in the AUSINDEX 2025 bilateral maritime exercise in the Northern Pacific, strengthening India–Australia defence cooperation and enhancing interoperability. What is AUSINDEX?   Bilateral naval exercise between India and Australia First held in 2015 Aims at maritime cooperation,… Continue reading INS Sahyadri–HMAS Ballarat in AUSINDEX 2025

HMDA to use bioremediation to clean up Hussainsagar lake

Why in the News? The Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) has announced a new advanced bioremediation initiative using enzyme solutions and biochar-based Bokashi balls to clean and restore Hussainsagar Lake, which has long suffered from algal blooms, foul odour, sewage inflow, and industrial pollution. About Hussainsagar Lake A 16th-century artificial lake in Hyderabad. Faces severe… Continue reading HMDA to use bioremediation to clean up Hussainsagar lake

Moss Spores Survive Months in Space

Why in the news? A recent study published in iScience revealed that moss spores (Physcomitrium patens) survived nine months outside the International Space Station (ISS), enduring vacuum, cosmic radiation, microgravity, and temperature extremes. Over 80% of the spores survived and successfully germinated on return to Earth. Scientists estimate moss could survive up to 15 years… Continue reading Moss Spores Survive Months in Space

[24th November 2025] The Hindu OpED: The future of health lies in harmony

PYQ Relevance [UPSC 2019] How is the Government of India protecting traditional knowledge of medicine from patenting by pharmaceutical companies? Linkage: Traditional medicine is gaining global traction, so protecting it from patenting and biopiracy is now a core policy priority rather than a cultural concern. As India leads the global traditional medicine agenda, this linkage… Continue reading [24th November 2025] The Hindu OpED: The future of health lies in harmony

Labour codes: what changes for workers and employers

Introduction The four labour codes, Code on Wages, Code on Social Security, Industrial Relations Code, and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, aim to simplify compliance for industries, expand social security to workers, and improve ease of doing business. However, labour being a concurrent subject, implementation depends on states, and concerns have emerged about… Continue reading Labour codes: what changes for workers and employers

How can State PSCs be reformed

Introduction Public Service Commissions are constitutional institutions meant to ensure merit-based appointments insulated from political pressures. A century after the Montagu–Chelmsford report envisaged them, State PSCs face credibility challenges due to recruitment irregularities and systemic inefficiencies that affect millions of aspirants. Why in the news? At the 2025 National Conference of Chairpersons of State Public… Continue reading How can State PSCs be reformed

Ultra-Processed Food Epidemic in India

Why in the news? A recent Lancet three-paper series highlights the rapid rise in ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption globally, including India, and its strong link to rising obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and premature mortality. The case of an 18-year-old Indian youth with obesity and early-onset metabolic disorders illustrates the growing public health crisis. What are… Continue reading Ultra-Processed Food Epidemic in India

Thermal Power Plants Near Delhi Operating Without FGD

Why in the news? Delhi’s air quality deteriorated sharply in November 2025. A major contributing factor identified is the continued operation of several thermal power plant units within a 300-km radius of Delhi without Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) systems. What is FGD? Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) is a pollution-control technology used in thermal power plants… Continue reading Thermal Power Plants Near Delhi Operating Without FGD

Centre notifies four new Labour Codes

Why In The News? The Centre notified all four Labour Codes, introducing major reforms and replacing 29 outdated labour laws dating back to the 1930s. 1)Introduction to the Labour Codes Notification: Major Reform Announcement: The Centre notified all four Labour Codes, introducing wide-ranging changes in India’s labour framework. Key Focus Areas: The reforms expand social… Continue reading Centre notifies four new Labour Codes

Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana: Rajasthan farmers’ protests on insurance claims

Why In The News? Farmers in Rajasthan’s Churu district held a ‘Kisan Ekta Tractor March’ demanding pending crop insurance claims, fertiliser availability, transparency in the insurance portal, and inclusion of certain crops in PM Dhan Dhanya Yojana. The protest was postponed after government assurances during late-night negotiations. About Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY): Launch… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana: Rajasthan farmers’ protests on insurance claims

Government plans unification of port security regulations- sovereign entity to oversee private ports while CISF will regulate 80 ports

Why In The News? The government has designated CISF as the security regulator for 250+ seaports to strengthen coastal security. 1) New Security Framework: Sovereign Entity at Seaports: Government to deploy CISF as a sovereign security force at private cargo-handling ports for a uniform security system. Initial Coverage: CISF to regulate 80 major export-import seaports… Continue reading Government plans unification of port security regulations- sovereign entity to oversee private ports while CISF will regulate 80 ports

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