Xenotransplantation: Prospects and Challenges
Why in the News? The recent passing away of Richard Slayman, the first recipient of a modified pig kidney transplant,… Continue reading Xenotransplantation: Prospects and Challenges
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Supreme Court upholds ICAI Rule on Tax Audit Assignments
Why in the News? The Supreme Court upheld a rule issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)… Continue reading Supreme Court upholds ICAI Rule on Tax Audit Assignments
India rises to 39th position in WEF Index for travel, tourism development
Why in the News? India has moved up to the 39th position in the World Economic Forum’s latest “Travel &… Continue reading India rises to 39th position in WEF Index for travel, tourism development
Microplastic Pollution in Ashtamudi Lake
Why in the News? A recent study conducted by the “Department of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries”, University of Kerala, has… Continue reading Microplastic Pollution in Ashtamudi Lake
Expert Explains: Why the ICC Prosecutor has asked for an arrest warrant against Netanyahu, and what could happen now
Why in the News? On 20 May 2024, the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) requested arrest warrants against… Continue reading Expert Explains: Why the ICC Prosecutor has asked for an arrest warrant against Netanyahu, and what could happen now
‘Silent demise’ of vast ‘Rangelands’ threatens climate, food, wellbeing of billions: UNCCD
Why in the News? The UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) recently published the “Global Land Outlook Thematic Report” on… Continue reading ‘Silent demise’ of vast ‘Rangelands’ threatens climate, food, wellbeing of billions: UNCCD
SC to reconsider its 1995 judgement to include the medical profession under the Consumer Protection Act
Why in the news? Recently, the apex court held that lawyers as ‘professionals’ could not be subjected to legal proceedings… Continue reading SC to reconsider its 1995 judgement to include the medical profession under the Consumer Protection Act
A vegetable triumvirate, inflation, and the takeaway
Why in the News? The price fluctuations and Inflation trends in recent market underscore the necessity for Targeted Policy Interventions… Continue reading A vegetable triumvirate, inflation, and the takeaway
Blue Sheep (Bharal) and Himalayan Ibex (Tangor) Census in Himachal
Why in the News? Wildlife authorities in Himachal Pradesh’s Lahaul & Spiti district have initiated surveys to estimate the population… Continue reading Blue Sheep (Bharal) and Himalayan Ibex (Tangor) Census in Himachal
No Legal Mandate to share Voter Turnout Data: ECI to Supreme Court
Why in the News? The Election Commission of India (ECI) told the Supreme Court that there is no legal mandate… Continue reading No Legal Mandate to share Voter Turnout Data: ECI to Supreme Court
[23 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A ‘No-Limit’ bromance that is not just a bilateral matter
PYQ Relevance:Mains: Q) What is the significance of Indo-US defense deals over Indo-Russian defense deals? Discuss with reference to stability in… Continue reading [23 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A ‘No-Limit’ bromance that is not just a bilateral matter
Spotlighting Pre-eclampsia, ensuring safe motherhood
Why in the News? The prevalence of Congenital Anomalies and Neurological Challenges in newborns highlights the need for adequate Antenatal… Continue reading Spotlighting Pre-eclampsia, ensuring safe motherhood
After Ebrahim Raisi’s death, why India will be watching Iran’s succession plan unfold
Why in the News? The sudden demise of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash has sent shockwaves through… Continue reading After Ebrahim Raisi’s death, why India will be watching Iran’s succession plan unfold
RBI’s Proposed Framework to Administer Project Financing | Explained
Why in the News? The RBI has issued draft regulations for a Harmonized Prudential Framework and revised DCCO criteria, to… Continue reading RBI’s Proposed Framework to Administer Project Financing | Explained
[pib] 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP)
Why in the News? The 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP) is set to be held in… Continue reading [pib] 26th Meeting of the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP)
Naegleria fowleri: the Brain-eating Amoeba
Why in the news? A five-year-old girl in Kozhikode, Kerala has succumbed to primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), caused by Naegleria… Continue reading Naegleria fowleri: the Brain-eating Amoeba
Antarctic Parliament meets in Kochi: What’s on the table?
Why in the News? India is hosting the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM 46), also known as the Antarctic… Continue reading Antarctic Parliament meets in Kochi: What’s on the table?
X chromosome revival in older Women increases Autoimmune Disease risk
Why in the News? The X chromosome influences biological functions and disease susceptibilities, affecting genetic disorders, autoimmune diseases, and Alzheimer’s,… Continue reading X chromosome revival in older Women increases Autoimmune Disease risk
[21 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Critical times call for strong judicial adjudication
PYQ Relevance:Mains: Mains: Q) What was held in the Coelho case? In this context, can you say that judicial review is… Continue reading [21 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Critical times call for strong judicial adjudication
MSMEs have not been defined well — and micro enterprises pay the price for this
Why in the News? A parliamentary panel suggested separating micro-enterprises from the broader MSME category and recommended revising definitions every… Continue reading MSMEs have not been defined well — and micro enterprises pay the price for this
