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Species in news: Indian Bison (Gaur)

Why in the News? The Jharkhand Forest department has initiated a study to revive the dwindling population of Bison, popularly known as Gaur, at Palamu Tiger Reserve (PTR). About Indian Bison (Gaur) Details Largest and tallest species in the wild cattle family. Scientific Name: Bos gaurus. Indigenous to South and Southeast Asia. Species Habitat and… Continue reading Species in news: Indian Bison (Gaur)

Doctrine of Merger

Why in the News? The Supreme Court clarified the “doctrine of merger,” stating that only one final decree or order can govern the same matter. When a higher court rules on a case, its decision overrides the lower court’s decree, becoming the binding and operative order. What is ‘Doctrine of Merger’? The Doctrine of Merger… Continue reading Doctrine of Merger

National Turmeric Board

Why in the News? The Union Minister of Commerce & Industry inaugurated the National Turmeric Board in New Delhi, with Palle Ganga Reddy appointed as its first Chairperson. About the National Turmeric Board   Details Operates under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Headquarters: Nizamabad, Telangana. Aim: To enhance turmeric production, support farmers, and boost global… Continue reading National Turmeric Board

[21st January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Prioritising IMEC is in America’s best interest

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 CSE 2018) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on China Pakistan Economic… Continue reading [21st January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Prioritising IMEC is in America’s best interest

Recasting insolvency resolution

Why in the News? The recent Supreme Court judgment in the Jet Airways case has highlighted several major problems in India’s insolvency system. What is the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC)?  The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), enacted in 2016, is a comprehensive legal framework in India aimed at consolidating the existing laws governing insolvency… Continue reading Recasting insolvency resolution

UGC’s draft regulation has serious constitutional issues

Why in the News? Non-BJP-led State governments oppose the UGC’s draft regulation on vice chancellors’ appointments, claiming it violates constitutional federal principles, and have called for its immediate withdrawal. What are the aims and objectives behind the University Grants Commission Act, 1956? The University Grants Commission (UGC) Act, 1956 was established to regulate and improve… Continue reading UGC’s draft regulation has serious constitutional issues

[pib] Internet Governance Internship and Capacity Building (IGICB) Scheme

Why in the News? The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) has introduced the Internet Governance Internship and Capacity Building Scheme, aiming to enhance awareness and develop expertise in Internet Governance (IG) among Indian citizens. About Internet Governance Internship and Capacity Building (IGICB) Scheme:  Details About the Scheme Launched by National Internet Exchange of India… Continue reading [pib] Internet Governance Internship and Capacity Building (IGICB) Scheme

What is Dark Oxygen?

Why in the News? Deep-sea researchers have initiated a groundbreaking project to explore dark oxygen, a form of oxygen produced in complete darkness on the ocean floor. What is Dark Oxygen? Dark oxygen refers to oxygen produced at extreme ocean depths without the involvement of photosynthesis. This process occurs in total darkness on the ocean… Continue reading What is Dark Oxygen?

[20th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A surge in radical governments, the hope of democracy

PYQ Relevance: Q) Religious indoctrination via social media has resulted in Indian youth joining ISIS. What is ISIS and its mission? How can ISIS be dangerous to the internal security of our country?  (UPSC CSE 2015) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on Religious indoctrination (2015), and ‘tolerance, assimilation and pluralism ’ (2022). When… Continue reading [20th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A surge in radical governments, the hope of democracy

What did the ILO report state about International migrants?

Why in the News? According to the International Labour Organisation’s (ILO) Global Estimates on International Migrant Workers, released in Geneva, the global population of international migrants reached 284.5 million in 2022, with 255.7 million of them being of working age (15 and older). Why are there more male International Migrants in the global labour force… Continue reading What did the ILO report state about International migrants?

Survey adds 24 new species to Munnar’s faunal stock

Why in the News? A recent faunal survey conducted in the Munnar Wildlife Division has documented 24 new species of birds, butterflies, and odonates, enriching its biodiversity checklist. Which are the surveyed sites? All the surveyed national parks and wildlife sanctuaries are located in Kerala, India, specifically in the Idukki district: Mathikettan Shola National Park… Continue reading Survey adds 24 new species to Munnar’s faunal stock

Third launchpad at Satish Dhawan Space Center, Sriharikota

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet approved the construction of a third launchpad at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.  In 2024, PM laid the foundation stone for ISRO’s second rocket launchport at Kulasekarapattinam in Tamil Nadu’s Thoothukudi district. (The first one being the Dr Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha.) Who was Satish Dhawan? Born in Srinagar, Satish… Continue reading Third launchpad at Satish Dhawan Space Center, Sriharikota

Who are the Namdharis?

Why in the News? Punjab CM paid tribute to the Kuka martyrs at a function held at the Namdhari Shaheed Smarak in Malerkotla. The day commemorates the execution of 66 Namdhari Sikhs (Kukas) on January 17 and 18, 1872, by British colonial authorities.   Who are the ‘Namdharis’? The Namdharis, also called Kukas, are a Sikh… Continue reading Who are the Namdharis?

In news: Yala Glacier

Why in the News? Yala Glacier in Nepal is predicted to disappear by the 2040s due to rapid retreat and mass loss. It is the only glacier in the Himalayas listed on the Global Glacier Casualty List, an initiative launched in 2024 to document endangered or vanished glaciers worldwide. Note:  The UN has designated 2025… Continue reading In news: Yala Glacier

Lokpal and Lokayukta

Why in the News? 12 years after its enactment, the Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013, has seen limited impact, with the Lokpal ordering just 24 investigations and granting 6 prosecution sanctions. History of Lokpal: The First Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC-I) recommended establishing an anti-corruption ombudsman for India in 1966. Several Lokpal Bills were introduced between… Continue reading Lokpal and Lokayukta

[18th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s real growth rate and the forecast

PYQ Relevance: Q) Explain the difference between computing methodology of India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) before the year 2015 and after the year 2015. (UPSC CSE 2021) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC mains have always focused on major issues like the methodology of India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP)  (2021) and steady GDP growth and low inflation (2019).… Continue reading [18th January 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: India’s real growth rate and the forecast

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