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Cyclone Dana

Why in the News? West Bengal and Odisha experienced heavy rainfall as Tropical Cyclone Dana is anticipated to make landfall later tonight. What are Cyclones? Cyclones are wind systems rotating inwardly towards an area of low atmospheric pressure. They are categorised into Tropical (Temperature-induced) and Temperate (extra-tropical) cyclones (airmass-induced). Formation Conditions: Tropical cyclones originate in… Continue reading Cyclone Dana

[pib] PM-YASASVI Scheme

Why in the News? The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has implemented the PM Young Achievers Scholarship Award Scheme for Vibrant India (PM-YASASVI). About PM-YASASVI Scheme   Details Launch Year 2021-22 Purpose To provide financial assistance and educational support to students from Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Backward Classes (EBC), and De-notified Tribes (DNT). Eligibility… Continue reading [pib] PM-YASASVI Scheme

[pib] Environmental Ship Index (ESI)

Why in the News? Mormugao Port Authority has gained global recognition as an incentive provider on the Environmental Ship Index (ESI) platform. It is the first port in India to implement Green Ship Incentives under the ESI, promoting eco-friendly practices in shipping. The port launched the “Harit Shrey” scheme in October 2023, offering port fee… Continue reading [pib] Environmental Ship Index (ESI)

Betelgeuse, one of the Brightest Stars predicted to Explode

Why in the News? Recent research has revealed a surprising finding about Betelgeuse (which was believed to explode): the star’s unusual brightening and dimming patterns may be influenced by an unseen companion star. About Betelgeuse Betelgeuse is a red supergiant star in the Orion constellation, marking Orion’s left shoulder. It is among the brightest and… Continue reading Betelgeuse, one of the Brightest Stars predicted to Explode

[24th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Manipur crisis, the issue of managing diversity

PYQ Relevance: Q) Human right activists constantly highlight the fact that the Armed forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 (AFSPA) is a draconian act leading to cases of human right abuses by security forces. What sections of AFSPA are opposed by the activists. Critically evaluate the requirement with reference to the view held by Apex Court.… Continue reading [24th October 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Manipur crisis, the issue of managing diversity

Madarsa Education Act: SC reserves order on appeals against Allahabad HC’s ‘Unconstitutional’ verdict

Why in the News? The Supreme Court reserved its decision on appeals challenging the Allahabad HC’s verdict, which declared the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004 as ‘Unconstitutional’. What is the UP Madarsa Education Act of 2004? The UP Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004, was enacted to establish a regulatory framework for… Continue reading Madarsa Education Act: SC reserves order on appeals against Allahabad HC’s ‘Unconstitutional’ verdict

Biodiversity COP16

Why in the News? For the upcoming Annual Climate Change meeting set to take place in Baku (Azerbaijan), on November 11, countries are currently gathered in Cali, Colombia, for the biennial UN Biodiversity Conference. What is the significance of COP16 in the context of Global biodiversity? Post-Kunming-Montreal Framework Implementation: COP16 is the first meeting after… Continue reading Biodiversity COP16

SC upholds State legislatures’ right to regulate Industrial Alcohol as an ‘Intoxicant’

Why in the News? A nine-judge Constitution Bench, with an 8:1 majority, affirmed the authority of State legislatures to regulate industrial alcohol. What is the definition of “intoxicating liquor” with industrial alcohol? The SC’s ruling established that the term “intoxicating liquor” in Entry 8 of the State List should be interpreted broadly to include not… Continue reading SC upholds State legislatures’ right to regulate Industrial Alcohol as an ‘Intoxicant’

On sanctions and shadow fleets

Why in the News? During coverage of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, many Western media outlets have referred to tanker ships transporting Russian crude oil or oil products to other countries as a “shadow fleet.” What is shadow fleet? The “shadow fleet” refers to tanker ships transporting oil from sanctioned countries, using tactics like flag hopping, complex… Continue reading On sanctions and shadow fleets

Moonlight Programme

Why in the News? The European Space Agency (ESA) launched its Moonlight Lunar Communications and Navigation Services (LCNS) Programme. About Moonlight Programme Details Agency European Space Agency (ESA) Purpose To establish a communications and navigation infrastructure around the Moon to support future lunar missions by space agencies and private companies. Planned Missions Supports over 400… Continue reading Moonlight Programme

Z-Morh Tunnel Project

Why in the News? Some militants attacked workers building the Z-Morh tunnel on the Srinagar-Sonamarg highway, killing seven people. What is the Z-Morh Tunnel? The Z-Morh tunnel is a 6.4-kilometer tunnel located near Gagangir village, connecting the Sonamarg health resort to Kangan town in the Ganderbal district of central Kashmir. It is part of the… Continue reading Z-Morh Tunnel Project

Minority Institutions

Why in the News? The Supreme Court stated that laws regulating institutions run by religious or linguistic minorities do not inherently violate the principle of secularism. The CJI made this observation while hearing a challenge to the Allahabad High Court’s decision to strike down the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madrasa Education Act, 2004. Why do… Continue reading Minority Institutions

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