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Decoding the judgment on Jim Corbett

Why in the news?  In its March ruling, the Supreme Court highlighted the corrupt collaboration between politicians, forest officials, and local contractors that led to the illegal felling of 6,000 trees in the Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand. Key points related the judgment Shift from Anthropocentrism to Eco-centrism: The Supreme Court emphasized the need… Continue reading Decoding the judgment on Jim Corbett

Lachit Borphukan and his Legend

Why in the news? The Statue of Valour, depicting Ahom general Lachit Borphukan, has become a significant landmark in Meleng-Hollongapar, Jorhat in Assam. The 125-foot statue commemorates Lachit Borphukan’s leadership in the Battle of Saraighat in 1671. Ahom Kingdom (1228–1826) Establishment: Founded in 1228 in the Brahmaputra valley of Assam by Chaolung Sukapha. Duration: Retained… Continue reading Lachit Borphukan and his Legend

[pib] Index of Industrial Production (IIP) grows by 5.7% in February, 2024

Why in the news? India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) increased by 5.7% in February, up from 3.8% in January, according to data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). What is Index of Industrial Production (IIP)? IIP as it is commonly called is an index that tracks overall manufacturing activity in different… Continue reading [pib] Index of Industrial Production (IIP) grows by 5.7% in February, 2024

The blurry lines between wildlife ‘capture’ and ‘rescue’  

Why in the news?  The human-animal conflict in India is a significant issue, with several lives lost and property damage due to the increasing interactions between humans and wildlife Difference between between wildlife ‘capture’ and ‘rescue’ Capture:  It refers to the act of taking wild animals into custody, often due to conflicts with humans, such… Continue reading The blurry lines between wildlife ‘capture’ and ‘rescue’  

India Initiates Review of Asean Trade Pact to Boost Domestic Manufacturing

Why in the news? The review aims to address concerns such as the inverted duty structure, which puts local manufacturers at a disadvantage. Trade deficit issue with ASEAN  High trade deficit: The trade deficit between India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has been a significant issue, with the deficit widening to USD… Continue reading India Initiates Review of Asean Trade Pact to Boost Domestic Manufacturing

Data for better education, a brighter future for students

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q National Education Policy 2020 isin conformity with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient education system in India. Critically examine the statement.(UPSC IAS/2020) Q The quality of higher education in India requires major improvement to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of foreign… Continue reading Data for better education, a brighter future for students

Adjudication Process under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)

Why in the news? The Adjudicating Authority under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA) has confirmed the attachment of assets worth Rs 751.9 crore linked to a politician family. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had provisionally attached these properties in PMLA case. About Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 Details Precursor Enacted to… Continue reading Adjudication Process under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)

[12 April 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: In poll season, the perils of scorching bilateral ties

Mains PYQ Relevance:  Q The China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is viewed as a cardinal subset of China’s larger ‘One Belt One Road’ initiative. Give a brief description of CPEC and enumerate the reasons why India has distanced itself from the same.(UPSC IAS/2018) Q “Increasing cross-border terrorist attacks in India and growing interference in the… Continue reading [12 April 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: In poll season, the perils of scorching bilateral ties

ADB raises India’s GDP growth forecast for FY25 to 7% from 6.7% earlier

Why in the News? The Asian Development Bank (ADB) increased its GDP growth projection for India for the current fiscal year to 7%, up from its previous estimate of 6.7%. Reason behind the increased India’s GDP growth projection by ADB: Manufacturing Sector: The manufacturing sector growth of India in the 2023 fiscal year was robust,… Continue reading ADB raises India’s GDP growth forecast for FY25 to 7% from 6.7% earlier

Crafted in Indian labs, NexCAR19 takes India to next level in Cancer Care

Why in the News?  President Droupadi Murmu launched India’s first indigenously-developed CAR T-cell therapy, hailing it as a major breakthrough against cancer. This therapy was developed by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and the Tata Memorial Centre, and it is known as ‘NexCAR19 CAR T-cell therapy’. BACK2BASICS: What is CAR T cell thearpy? … Continue reading Crafted in Indian labs, NexCAR19 takes India to next level in Cancer Care

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