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Frequent mass wasting in Tibet a cause for worry in India

Why in the News? A recent study on frequent mass wasting in Sedongpu Gully and rapid warming raises concerns for India’s Northeast region. About Sedongpu Gully: The Sedongpu gully (29°47′7.20′′N, 94°55′24′′E) is in the large bend region of the Yarlung Tsangpo River, located in the southeastern Tibetan Plateau. Debris flows have occurred in two adjacent… Continue reading

Investing in persons with disabilities

Why in the News? The recent film Srikanth depicts industrialist Srikanth Bolla’s triumph over visual impairment. It highlights societal stigma, marginalization, and the lack of support for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). Status of Education and Jobs for PwD’s in India: Limited Employment Opportunities: A 2023 report indicates that only five out of 50 Nifty 50… Continue reading

Tackling the frictions in cross-border payments

Why in the News? Despite being worth $181.9 trillion in 2022, cross-border payments still have inefficiencies prompting the G-20 to focus on improving them for economic growth. Present Status of the Global Cross-Border Payments Market The cross-border payments market was valued at approximately $181.9 trillion in 2022 and is projected to reach $356.5 trillion by… Continue reading

What is the Unified Pension Scheme?

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet approved the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for 23 lakh central government employees. About Unified Pension Scheme (UPS): Explanation Implementation Date Effective from April 1, 2025. Eligibility Central government employees with at least 10 years of service. Assured Pension 50% of average basic pay over the last 12 months… Continue reading

Classical Language Centres ask for autonomy

Why in the News? Classical Language Centres in India are seeking more autonomy to improve their effectiveness and address operational challenges. Classical Language Centres in India India has designated 6 languages as classical: Tamil, Sanskrit, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Odia. Special centres have been established to promote these languages. Only the Centre for Tamil functions… Continue reading

Justice J.S. Verma Committee and Its Recommendations

Why in the News? The recent brutal rape and murder case in Kolkata has sparked widespread calls for the death penalty for the accused. The Justice J.S. Verma Committee, formed in response to the 2012 Delhi gang rape, recommended against the death penalty for rape, even in the rarest of rare cases, arguing that it… Continue reading

What is Sonoluminescence?

Why in the News? Recent studies have provided deeper insights into the mechanics of Sonoluminescence, particularly the conditions under which light is emitted from collapsing bubbles in liquids. What is Sonoluminescence? Sonoluminescence is a phenomenon in which small gas bubbles in a liquid emit short bursts of light when exposed to intense sound waves. The… Continue reading

[26th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Reality of reel life, exploitation as a structural problem

PYQ Relevance:Q Judicial Legislation is antithetical to the doctrine of separation of powers as envisaged in the Indian Constitution. In this context justify the filing of a large number of public interest petitions praying for issuing guidelines to executive authorities. (UPSC IAS/2020)Q What are the continued challenges for Women in India against time and space?… Continue reading

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[24th August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The annual accusation of board exam mark inflation

PYQ Relevance: Q The quality of higher education in India requires major improvement to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of foreign educational institutions would help improve the quality of technical and higher education in the country? Discuss. (UPSC IAS/2015) Q Professor Amartya Sen has advocated important reforms in the realms… Continue reading

How to ensure dignity for the terminally ill?

Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India denied permission to the parents of Harish Rana, a 32-year-old man in a vegetative state for 11 years, to remove his Ryles tube which is a device used for feeding. A Ryles tube, also known as a nasogastric (NG) tube, is a medical device used for… Continue reading

Time to reset the GST system

Why in the News? Most states appear to be opposed to altering the current five primary GST rate slabs: 0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%. About Goods and Service Tax (GST): The Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India was introduced by the Constitutional (One Hundred and First Amendment) Act of 2017. It is a… Continue reading

PM Modi presents BHISHM Cube to Ukraine

Why in the News? Prime Minister Modi has presented the BHISHM Cube, a state-of-the-art mobile hospital designed for rapid deployment in disaster zones to Ukraine. What is the BHISHM Cube? The BHISHM Cube is an advanced mobile hospital unit designed for rapid deployment in disaster zones and emergency situations. It is developed under the “Project… Continue reading

Polaris Dawn Mission: A Private Space Endeavor

Why in the News? Polaris Dawn is set to be the first privately-funded mission to conduct a spacewalk, aiming to reach an altitude of about 700 kilometers above Earth, the highest altitude for a human space mission to date. What is Polaris Dawn Mission? Polaris Dawn is a privately-funded space mission led by billionaire entrepreneur… Continue reading

[pib] PM-JANMAN Mission

Why in the News? The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs is conducting an Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaign under the PM-JANMAN Mission. About Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha AbhiyaN (PM-JANMAN): Details Launched on November 15, 2023, on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas Objective Improve socio-economic welfare of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) through 11 critical… Continue reading

[pib] National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)

Why in the News? The NHRC India has taken suo motu cognizance of the two alleged incidents of food poisoning related deaths in an orphanage in Andhra Pradesh. About National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Details Establishment As a Statutory Body and established under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993. Functions Inquire into any violation… Continue reading

[23rd August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Kursk gambit, Ukrainian tactics, and battle realities

PYQ Relevance:Q (a): Russia and Ukraine war has been going on for the last seven months. Different countries have taken independent stands and actions keeping in view their own national interests. We are all aware that war has its own impact on the different aspects of society, including human tragedy. What are those ethical issues… Continue reading

Building on favourable change in the 2024 Waqf Bill

Why in the News? The Waqf Bill 2024, also known as the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, has been referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) after allies of the Narendra Modi government expressed reluctance to pass it immediately, and opposition parties voiced criticism of the Bill. Concerns Acknowledged by the JPC Inclusion of Non-Muslims: The proposal… Continue reading

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