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Unemployment Vs Wages

Why in the news? Recently, there have been contentious talks regarding Pakistan’s unemployment being lower than India’s. According to Keynes, lower wage rate will lead to lower income of workers and thus to lower demand of goods. Lower demand will lower output that in turn will lower employment. Issues related to Unemployment vs Wages Questioning… Continue reading Unemployment Vs Wages

Giving primacy to Human Development

Why in the News? Two recent reports reveal some important facets of India’s Development. The Human Development Report 2023-24, published by the UNDP, takes a comparative perspective and maps the achievements in the area of human development. A paper published by the World Inequality Lab in March 2024 provides long-term trends in income and wealth… Continue reading Giving primacy to Human Development

Tiger Translocation in Sahyadri-Konkan Wildlife Corridor  

Why in the news? Maharashtra’s plan to increase tigers count in Sahyadri-Konkan Wildlife Corridor by translocating tigers from Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) (Chandrapur, Maharashtra) underscores the critical role of wildlife corridors in conservation efforts. About Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) Tadoba became one of India’s earliest national parks when it was declared in 1955, alongside Kanha… Continue reading Tiger Translocation in Sahyadri-Konkan Wildlife Corridor  

Glyptothorax punyabratai: A New Catfish Species discovered  

Why in the news? Glyptothorax punyabratai, a new catfish species, has been discovered in the Brahmaputra River drainage in Arunachal Pradesh. The discovery was made by the ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBFGR), Lucknow, and published in the journal Ichthyological Exploration of Freshwaters. Glyptothorax punyabratai It was collected from the Tung Stream, a tributary… Continue reading Glyptothorax punyabratai: A New Catfish Species discovered  

CRISPR’s Breakthrough in Treating Blindness

Why in the news? Scientists have successfully used CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing to restore vision in individuals with a rare form of inherited or congenital blindness. The groundbreaking clinical trial, named “BRILLIANCE,” demonstrated promising results in improving vision and quality of life for participants with Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), a severe vision disorder. What is Leber… Continue reading CRISPR’s Breakthrough in Treating Blindness

Orangutan uses Plant to treat wound

Why in the news? An orangutan was observed treating a wound with medicine from a tropical plant, showcasing how some animals employ natural remedies to alleviate their ailments. This behavior, documented in a recent study published in Scientific Reports, represents a novel instance of self-medication among wild animals. About Orangutans Orangutans, are distinguished by their… Continue reading Orangutan uses Plant to treat wound

The government’s new PhD guidelines will make Universities more Elite

Why in the news? The UGC chairperson announced that students with four-year undergraduate degrees can now appear for the National Eligibility Test (NET), an exam that certifies eligibility for lectureship in colleges and universities in India, and PhD programs. Key Implication of this Announcement: Lowering of Standards: Allowing students with four-year undergraduate degrees to appear… Continue reading The government’s new PhD guidelines will make Universities more Elite

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and the Science behind

Why in the news? Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) revolutionized medical diagnostics, offering non-invasive insights into soft tissues. The pioneering efforts of Paul Lauterbur and Peter Mansfield led to its commercialization, earning them the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 2003. What is MRI? Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a non-invasive diagnostic procedure used to obtain detailed… Continue reading Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and the Science behind

Role of Fusobacterium in Colorectal Cancer

Why in the news? Researchers at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in the US have identified specific subtypes of Fusobacterium nucleatum associated with colorectal cancer (CRC) tumors. These subtypes, particularly Fusobacterium nucleatum animalis (Fna), have been found in relatively higher quantities in CRC tumors. About Fusobacterium nucleatum Fusobacterium nucleatum is a species of bacteria commonly… Continue reading Role of Fusobacterium in Colorectal Cancer

Mass Coral Bleaching in Lakshadweep Sea

Why in the news? Extreme heatwaves along the Indian coast, coupled with marine heatwaves, have triggered Mass Coral Bleaching events in the Lakshadweep Sea. Heatwaves Toll on Lakshadweep’s Coral: Researchers from the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) conducted surveys across various Lakshadweep Islands. The Degree Heating Week (DHW) indicator in Lakshadweep has soared above… Continue reading Mass Coral Bleaching in Lakshadweep Sea

[8 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A dignified peaceful passing is everyone’s right

Mains PYQ Relevance:  Q) Appropriate local community-level healthcare intervention is a prerequisite to achieving ‘Health for All’ in India. Explain. (UPSC IAS/2018)Q) To enhance the prospects of social development, sound and adequate health care policies are needed particularly in the fields of geriatric and maternal health care. Discuss. (UPSC IAS/2020) Note4Students:  Prelims: Right to life;… Continue reading [8 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A dignified peaceful passing is everyone’s right

[7 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A half-hearted climate change verdict

Mains PYQ Relevance: Q) ‘Clean energy is the order of the day.’ Describe briefly India’s changing policy towards climate change in various international fora in the context of geopolitics. (UPSC IAS/2022)Q) Does the right to a clean environment entail legal regulation on burning crackers during Diwali? Discuss in the light of Article 21 of the Indian… Continue reading [7 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A half-hearted climate change verdict

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