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No Counseling to LGBTQ+ Persons against their Own Identity: Supreme Court

Why in the news- The Supreme Court issued a cautionary directive to judges regarding court-ordered counselling for LGBTQ+ individuals, emphasizing the need to respect their identity and sexual orientation. Context   Petition: The verdict stemmed from a habeas corpus petition filed by a Kerala-based woman seeking the whereabouts of her same-sex partner, highlighting the challenges… Continue reading No Counseling to LGBTQ+ Persons against their Own Identity: Supreme Court

[21 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Eliminating diseases, one region at a time

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q) The public health system has limitations in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that the private sector can help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives do you suggest? (2015) Q) The increase in life expectancy in the country has led to newer health challenges in the community. What… Continue reading [21 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Eliminating diseases, one region at a time

Data marketplaces: the next frontier

Why in the news? The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeiTY) released the National Data Governance Framework Policy (NPD Framework) which was touted as the first building block of the digital architecture being conceived to maximize data. Context: The role of digitization in realizing India’s vision of becoming a $5 trillion economy cannot be… Continue reading Data marketplaces: the next frontier

Centre notifies Fact-Check Unit to screen online content

Why in the news?  The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has designated the Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check Unit to point out misinformation about Central government departments on social media platforms ahead of the election. Context- According to the IT Rules of 2021, social media platforms might lose their legal protection from being held… Continue reading Centre notifies Fact-Check Unit to screen online content

India pursues Lowering Cost of Cross Border Remittances at WTO

What is the news- India is strongly pursuing its proposal for lowering the cost of cross-border remittances, which it presented at the WTO’s 13th Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi last month. It has now requested the WTO’s general council (GC) to initiate a work program to make recommendations for reducing remittance costs. Why discuss this?… Continue reading India pursues Lowering Cost of Cross Border Remittances at WTO

NABARD to launch ₹1000-crore Blended Fund for Agri-Startups

What is the news – The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is set to launch a ₹1,000-crore fund to bolster technology-driven agri-startups and rural enterprises. NABARD has already established a ₹750-crore fund, which will be followed by another ₹1,000 crore, to support startups in this regard. What are Agri-Startups? Agri-startups are entrepreneurial… Continue reading NABARD to launch ₹1000-crore Blended Fund for Agri-Startups

In news: Tobacco Board  

Why in the news? The Tobacco Board has authorised a crop size of 100 million kg for Karnataka during the year 2024-25. Tobacco in Indian Economy   It is a drought tolerant, hardy and short duration crop which can be grown on soils where other crops cannot be cultivated profitably. In India, Tobacco crop is… Continue reading In news: Tobacco Board  

Insights from the WMO’s State of the Climate Report, 2023

What is the news- The World Meteorological Organization’s (WMO) recent State of the Climate report highlights unprecedented climatic shifts, with numerous indicators reaching record levels. About World Meteorological Organization It is an intergovernmental organization and a specialized agency of the UN for meteorology (weather and climate), operational hydrology and related geophysical sciences. It was established… Continue reading Insights from the WMO’s State of the Climate Report, 2023

PIB’s Fact Check Unit: Combating Misinformation in India

Why in the news? Weeks ahead of the election, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology on Wednesday notified the Press Information Bureau’s Fact Check Unit (FCU) as the designated body to flag misinformation about Central government departments to social media platforms. Why PIB? Under the GoI (Allocation of Business) Rules, 1961, the Ministry of… Continue reading PIB’s Fact Check Unit: Combating Misinformation in India

[20 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Ties that epitomize India’s neighborhood first policy

PYQ Relevance:Mains:  Q) What is meant by Gujral doctrine? Does it have any relevance today? Discuss. (2013) Q) Analyze internal security threats and transborder crimes along Myanmar, Bangladesh, and Pakistan borders including the Line of Control (LoC). Also, discuss the role played by various security forces in this regard. (2020) Prelims: Q) What is the… Continue reading [20 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Ties that epitomize India’s neighborhood first policy

Onward to Thorium

Why in the News? Recently, at the start of March 2024, our 500-MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) began fuel-loading, marking the successful completion of commissioning trials and rectification of a range of first-of-its-kind equipment in the fast breeder reactor technology. Context: Homi Bhabha’s spirit of self-reliance has enabled the autonomous pursuit of ‘Thorium Goals’. His proposed three-stage strategy aims to develop critical… Continue reading Onward to Thorium

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 

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