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Forest Fires in the Nilgiris

Why in the news? Forest fires have been ongoing in the Coonoor forest range of the Nilgiris in Tamil Nadu for the past week. Context: The Indian Air Force has recently joined the firefighting operations led by the state forest department. A Mi-17 V5 helicopter has been deployed to conduct numerous Bambi Bucket operations, delivering… Continue reading Forest Fires in the Nilgiris

Changing cancer nomenclature can improve treatment outcomes: doctors 

Why in the news?  Physicians have expressed the necessity to categorize Cancers based on their genetic characteristics. Context: An updated classification system could aid patients in comprehending the reasoning behind their treatment. While two individuals may share the same type of cancer, their therapies could vary due to differences in the biological mechanisms driving their… Continue reading Changing cancer nomenclature can improve treatment outcomes: doctors 

[pib] International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE)

Why in the news- The 41st Steering Committee Meeting of the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE) is being convened in New Delhi. The IPHE Steering Committee Meetings held biannually serve as a crucial platform for fostering international collaboration and coordination among member countries, stakeholders, and decision-makers. What is a… Continue reading [pib] International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE)

[pib] Government e Marketplace (GeM)  

Why in the news- The government’s procurement portal, GeM (Government e-Marketplace), is looking to encourage more and more start-ups and small and micro enterprises to list themselves as sellers. About Government e-Marketplace (GeM)  The GeM is a one-stop National Public Procurement Portal to facilitate online procurement of common use Goods & Services required by various… Continue reading [pib] Government e Marketplace (GeM)  

[19 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Violence, homelessness, and women’s mental health

Note4Students:  PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Women’s movement in India has not addressed the issues of women of lower social strata.’ Substantiate your view. [UPSC 2018]“ Though women in post-Independent India have excelled in various fields, the social attitude towards women and the feminist movement has been patriarchal.” Apart from women’s education and women empowerment schemes, what… Continue reading [19 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Violence, homelessness, and women’s mental health

Understanding dialysis outcome patterns in India through a nationwide study 

Why in the News?  Recently, there are some findings from a nationwide private haemodialysis network’, the Lancet Regional Health-Southeast Asia, on the survival of patients receiving haemodialysis in India Context: India has amongst the highest number of patients receiving chronic dialysis, globally estimated at around 1,75,000 people in 2018. Daily, the number of patients on… Continue reading Understanding dialysis outcome patterns in India through a nationwide study 

Many elections, AI’s dark dimension

Why in the news?  With a series of elections to be held across the world in 2024, the potential of AI to disrupt democracies cannot be dismissed. The rapid development of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) and its potential evolution into Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) could have significant implications for elections. AI and the Electoral landscape… Continue reading Many elections, AI’s dark dimension

How were the new Election Commissioners selected? | Explained

Why in the news?  The President has appointed Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, both retired IAS officers, as Election Commissioners (ECs) to fill up two vacancies in the three-member Election Commission of India Context: Article 324 of the Indian Constitution dictates the appointment of Election Commissioners, granting the Election Commission of India (ECI) authority… Continue reading How were the new Election Commissioners selected? | Explained

Passing Off under Trademark Rules

Why in the news? A lady in New Delhi successfully obtained trademark for her Momos brand from New Delhi High Court, after a similar trademark infringed upon her rights and reputation. The lady’s legal action invoked ‘passing off’ provisions, seeking cancellation of the infringers’ trademark under relevant sections of the Trademarks Act. What are Trademarks?… Continue reading Passing Off under Trademark Rules

[pib] Exercise Tiger Triumph-24

Why in the news The third edition of the bilateral tri-service ‘Exercise Tiger Triumph– 24’ between India and the US will be held on the Eastern Seaboard in the US from March 18 to 31. Exercise Tiger Triumph-24 The primary aim of this exercise is to enhance interoperability between the Indian Navy and the US… Continue reading [pib] Exercise Tiger Triumph-24

Foot and Mouth Diseases in Cattles

Why in the news The foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has affected around many milch cattle in Uttar Pradesh. What is Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD)? FMD is a highly contagious viral disease of livestock that has a significant economic impact. The disease affects all cattle, swine, sheep, goats, and other cloven-hoofed ruminants. Intensively reared animals are more susceptible… Continue reading Foot and Mouth Diseases in Cattles

Multi-purpose app SAKHI to assist Gaganyaan Crew

What is the news- The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), an ISRO facility located at Thumba in Thiruvananthapuram, has developed a multi-purpose app ‘SAKHI’ to assist Gaganyaan Crew. About SAKHI The Space-borne Assistant and Knowledge Hub for Crew Interaction (SAKHI) is equipped to monitor astronauts’ health, maintain communication with Earth, and manage dietary schedules. It… Continue reading Multi-purpose app SAKHI to assist Gaganyaan Crew

[pib] Mission LiFE

Why in the news- Recently an EIACP Event (Environment Information, awareness, capacity building and livelihood Programme) was held on the ‘Mission Life’. About Mission LiFE Mission LiFE, or Lifestyle for Environment, is a global mass movement initiated by India to encourage individual and community action towards environmental protection and preservation. It was inaugurated by the… Continue reading [pib] Mission LiFE

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