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[10th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Refugee rights, the gendered nature of displacement

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 “Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human right violation”. Examine the statement with reference to ethical dimension being violated by the nation claiming to be democratic with open society.  (UPSC IAS/2021)  Q2 Cross-border movement of insurgents is only one of the several… Continue reading [10th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Refugee rights, the gendered nature of displacement

No population Census — in the dark without vital data 

Why in the News? Despite growing concerns, India’s decadal Census has been delayed by over three years. In fact, there is an overwhelming misconception among officials about substituting the Census with alternative ways and means of counting the population. Significance of Calculating Census Comprehensive Population Data: The Census provides a detailed population count, which includes… Continue reading No population Census — in the dark without vital data 

India to roll out BPaL Regimen for Drug-Resistant TB

Why in the News? India is preparing to introduce the BPaL (bedaquiline, pretomanid, and linezolid) regimen for all patients with multi/extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (M/XDR-TB). What is BPaL Regimen?  Details Purpose Treatment for multi-drug resistant (MDR) and extensively drug-resistant (XDR) tuberculosis (TB). Provides a potent, shorter, and more effective treatment option for patients resistant to standard… Continue reading India to roll out BPaL Regimen for Drug-Resistant TB

[9th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A moment for just transition litigation to take wing

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 “Policy contradictions among various competing sectors and stakeholders have resulted in inadequate ‘protection and prevention of degradation to the environment.” Comment with relevant illustrations. (UPSC IAS/2018)  Q2 Environmental Impact Assessment studies are increasingly undertaken before a project is cleared by the Government. Discuss the environmental impacts of coal-fired thermal plants located… Continue reading [9th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A moment for just transition litigation to take wing

Buddhadeb Bhattacharya (1944-2024)

Why in the News? Former CM of West Bengal and leader Buddhadeb Bhattacharya passed away at 80. Who was Buddhadeb Bhattacharya? Bhattacharya was a politician who served as CM of West Bengal from 2000 to 2011. He was known for his attempts to modernize and industrialize West Bengal while navigating the challenges of maintaining communist… Continue reading Buddhadeb Bhattacharya (1944-2024)

[pib] Project PARI  

Why in the News? The Ministry of Culture recently launched Project PARI (Public Art of India) coincided with the 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee Meeting, held in New Delhi. About Project PARI Details Launched by Ministry of Culture Nodal Agency Lalit Kala Akademi, National Gallery of Modern Art Objective Enhance New Delhi’s cultural… Continue reading [pib] Project PARI  

Country’s third largest tiger reserve to come up in Chhattisgarh

Why in the News? Facing a significant decline in its tiger population in recent years, Chhattisgarh on Wednesday approved a long-awaited proposal to establish a new tiger reserve, which will be the third largest in the country. Process of Notification of Tiger Reserves Proposal and Evaluation: The state government initiates the process by proposing an… Continue reading Country’s third largest tiger reserve to come up in Chhattisgarh

[8th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed:  The leader who lost touch with Bangladesh

PYQ Relevance: Q. The protests in Shahbag Square in Dhaka in Bangladesh reveal a fundamental split in society between the nationalists and Islamic forces. What is its significance for India? (UPSC IAS/2013) Q. Critically examine the compulsions which prompted India to play a decisive roles in the emergence of Bangladesh. (UPSC IAS/2013) Mentors’ comment: The… Continue reading [8th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed:  The leader who lost touch with Bangladesh

A closer look at beefng up Jammu’s counter-terror grid    

Why in the news? The Jammu region has faced severe security issues recently, exacerbated by troop redeployment to the LAC. To address this, around 3,500 additional troops and Special Forces were deployed. Present Context of J&K Security Concerns: The Jammu region has seen a resurgence in terrorist activities, with security forces suffering significant losses. The… Continue reading A closer look at beefng up Jammu’s counter-terror grid    

[pib] Nandini Sahakar Yojana

Why in the News? The Minister of Cooperation has provided some information about the Nandini Sahakar Yojana. NCDC has cumulatively disbursed financial assistance amounting to Rs. 6426.36 crore for the development of cooperative societies exclusively promoted by women across the country. About Nandini Sahakar Yojana The Nandini Sahakar Scheme was initiated by the National Cooperative… Continue reading [pib] Nandini Sahakar Yojana

The hormone Oestrogen

Why in the News? “Osteoporosis” is a condition where bones become weak and brittle, with over 10 million cases annually in India. It predominantly affects ageing women due to decreased oestrogen levels post-menopause. A recent study in Nature by researchers at the Universities of California uncovered a brain-derived hormone, CCN3, which increases bone mass in… Continue reading The hormone Oestrogen

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