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On the allegations against the SEBI chief      

Why in the News? Hindenburg Research has alleged SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch and her husband held stakes in Adani-linked offshore funds, implying bias in SEBI’s Adani investigation. Accusations Against SEBI Chairman Madhabi Puri Buch  Hindenburg Research has accused SEBI Chairman Madhabi Puri Buch of conflicts of interest related to offshore funds tied to the… Continue reading On the allegations against the SEBI chief      

[pib] Operational Guidelines for Implementation of ‘Model Solar Village’

Why in the news? The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has issued operational guidelines for the Implementation of ‘Model Solar Village’ under PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The centre recently allocated ₹800 crore for the same. About PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana Description Purpose To provide 300 units of free electricity per month… Continue reading [pib] Operational Guidelines for Implementation of ‘Model Solar Village’

[12th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Parties, serious crimes and the need for judicial clarity

PYQ Relevance:Mains:  Q) Money laundering poses a serious security threat to a country’s economic sovereignty. What is its significance for India and what steps are required to be taken to control this menace? (2013) Q) Discuss how emerging technologies and globalisation contribute to money laundering. Elaborate measures to tackle the problem of money laundering both… Continue reading [12th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Parties, serious crimes and the need for judicial clarity

What is the Google ‘monopoly’ antitrust case and how does it affect consumers?     

Why in the news? US Federal court ruled Google’s $26 billion payments to default on smartphone browsers violated US antitrust law, blocking competitors and benefiting the Justice Department. About Google’s Antitrust Case The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) brought an antitrust case against Google, accusing it of maintaining a monopoly in the online search and… Continue reading What is the Google ‘monopoly’ antitrust case and how does it affect consumers?     

Cold War nuke tests light up a bug in present-day climate models  

Why in the News? A new calculation suggests that climate models might be overestimating how long plants keep carbon before releasing it as per the recent study published in Science by an international research team. Study by an International Team of Researchers: A recent study published in Science by an international research team suggests that… Continue reading Cold War nuke tests light up a bug in present-day climate models  

What is the Nankai Trough?  

Why on the News? Japanese authorities have warned its citizens of a ‘megaquake’ and large tsunamis along the Nankai Trough. What is the Nankai Trough? The Nankai Trough is an extensive subduction zone, nearly 900 km long. It is the place of collision of the Eurasian Plate over the Philippine Sea Plate. This trough has… Continue reading What is the Nankai Trough?  

Diamond Imprest Licence

Why in the News? Union Minister for Commerce and Industry has introduced Diamond Imprest Licence at the 40th edition of the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS) 2024. The event was organized by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). What is the Diamond Imprest Licence? The Diamond Imprest Licence is a regulatory framework introduced… Continue reading Diamond Imprest Licence

[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

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