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In news: National Human Rights Commission’s (NHRC) Accreditation 

Why in the news? The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is gearing up to defend India’s human rights processes at a critical meeting of Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) in Geneva. A decision on retaining India’s NHRC’s “A status” accreditation is imminent at this summit. About National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Details… Continue reading In news: National Human Rights Commission’s (NHRC) Accreditation 

In news: Pripyat River

Why in the news? The WWF has issued a stark warning regarding the dredging of the Pripyat River, adjacent to the Chernobyl nuclear disaster site. Concerns mount as the Pripyat River could transform into a permanent repository of radioactive substances, contaminating the water and food sources. About Pripyat River Pripyat River is a significant waterway… Continue reading In news: Pripyat River

[PREMIUM] Travelling Central Asia

Why in the news? The Central Asia region is in the spotlight since it is facing challenges with political instability, ethnic tensions, and the threat of extremism, especially after the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan. About Central Asia Central Asia, often referred to as the heart of Asia, is a vast and diverse region… Continue reading [PREMIUM] Travelling Central Asia

[27th April 2024] Sounding the gavel on Curative Jurisdiction

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q) What was held in the Coelho case? In this context, can you say that judicial review is of key importance amongst the basic features of the Constitution?(UPSC IAS/2016)  Q) Starting from inventing the ‘basic structure’ doctrine, the judiciary has played a highly proactive role in ensuring that India develops into a thriving… Continue reading [27th April 2024] Sounding the gavel on Curative Jurisdiction

In news: Yangli Festival

Why in the news? Tiwa tribals dance recently celebrated the Yangli festival at Bormarjong village, in Karbi Anglong district, Assam. About Tiwa Tribals Tiwa tribes, also known as Lalungs, inhabit both the hills and plains of Assam and Meghalaya states. They hold the status of a Scheduled Tribe in Assam. The hill-dwelling Tiwa villagers engage… Continue reading In news: Yangli Festival

State-level DPI Adoption Index

Why in the news? The World Bank, in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MEITY), is spearheading the development of a state-level Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) adoption index. About State-Level DPI Adoption Index World Bank confirmed that the project was in its preparatory stages. The envisioned state-level DPI index aims to identify gaps… Continue reading State-level DPI Adoption Index

Sympathetic Solar Flares

Why in the news? A rare celestial event unfolded as four solar flares called as Sympathetic Solar Flares simultaneously, signaling the onset of the Sun’s dynamic 11-year solar cycle. What is a Solar Cycle? Given the Sun’s dynamic nature, electrically charged gases on its surface generate powerful magnetic fields, known as magnetic fields. These magnetic… Continue reading Sympathetic Solar Flares

Unveiling the Link between Fairness Creams and Nephrotic Syndrome

Why in the news? Researchers from Kerala reported 15 cases of Membranous Nephropathy (MN) linked to the regular application of fairness creams. These creams contained high levels of mercury, sometimes exceeding the safe limit by 10,000 times. Mercury Contamination in Hair Cream Blood and urine screenings of affected individuals unveiled alarmingly high levels of mercury,… Continue reading Unveiling the Link between Fairness Creams and Nephrotic Syndrome

[26th April 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Questioning the polls ‘rain washes out play’ moments

PYQ Relevance:Mains: Q) Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in the light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct. (UPSC IAS/2022)  Q) Discuss the procedures to decide the disputes arising out of the election of a Member of the Parliament or State Legislature under The Representation of the People Act, 1951.… Continue reading [26th April 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Questioning the polls ‘rain washes out play’ moments

RBI’s latest recommendations to regulate payment aggregators in offline spaces | Explained

Why in the news? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has floated two consultation papers seeking enhanced regulation of payment aggregators carrying out face-to-face transactions. It also seeks to strengthen the ecosystem’s safety. What is Payment Aggregators? A payment aggregator is a payment solution or a platform provider that aggregates various payment modes such cards,… Continue reading RBI’s latest recommendations to regulate payment aggregators in offline spaces | Explained

Icequakes on Ross Ice Shelf

Why in the news? Scientists found out that the huge Ross Ice Shelf, almost as big as France, moves forward a few centimetres daily. This happens because of the Whillans Ice Stream, a fast-moving river of ice that sometimes gets stuck and then suddenly moves forward. About Ross Ice Shelf Ross Ice Shelf is the… Continue reading Icequakes on Ross Ice Shelf

In the news: Pulicat Wetland

Why in the news? Settlement of claims for local communities within Pulicat Wetland and Birds Sanctuary boundary raises concerns. State government plans to denotify a significant portion of the sanctuary and Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) for industrial park development. About Pulicat Wetland and Birds Sanctuary Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary is the second-largest bird sanctuary in India.… Continue reading In the news: Pulicat Wetland

Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) Meeting in Ottawa

Why in the news? The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) is happening in Ottawa, Canada. The goal is to finalize a global agreement on plastic pollution by November this year. What is the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC)? INC is a committee that aims to develop a legally binding international instrument to end… Continue reading Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) Meeting in Ottawa

[25th April 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Restoring earth’s right to ‘good health’The Indian seafarer deserves better in choppy high seas

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q) What are the maritime security challenges in India? Discuss the organisational, technical and procedural initiatives taken to improve maritime security. (UPSC IAS/2022) Prelims: Q) Which of the following have coral reefs? (1). Andaman and Nicobar Islands(2). Gulf of Kachchh(3). Gulf of Mannar(4). SunderbansSelect the correct answer using the code given below. a)… Continue reading [25th April 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Restoring earth’s right to ‘good health’The Indian seafarer deserves better in choppy high seas

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