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[10th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Regulatory reform stuck in a loop in Health Ministry
PYQ Relevance: Q Bringing out the circumstances in 2005 which forced amendment to the section 3(d) in Indian Patent Law, 1970, discuss how it has been utilized by the Supreme Court in its judgement in rejecting Novartis’ patent application for ‘Glivec’. Discuss briefly the pros and cons of the decision. (UPSC IAS/2013) Q What do… Continue reading [10th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Regulatory reform stuck in a loop in Health Ministry
The role of district agro-met offces in supporting farmers
Why in the News? Last week, PTI reported that the India Meteorological Department (IMD) plans to reintroduce District Agro-Meteorology Units (DAMUs) as part of the Gramin Krishi Mausam Sewa (GKMS) scheme. Background: In 2018, the IMD set up 199 District Agro-Meteorology Units (DAMUs) in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research to provide sub-district… Continue reading The role of district agro-met offces in supporting farmers
On the challenges to road safety in India
Why in the News? The India Status Report on Road Safety 2024 highlights India’s slow progress in reducing road fatalities and stresses the need for tailored approaches to improve road safety. What does the ‘India Status Report on Road Safety 2024’ state? The report highlights India’s limited success in reducing road accident fatalities, despite the… Continue reading On the challenges to road safety in India
India generates highest plastic pollution in world
Why in the News? A study published last week in the journal Nature revealed that India is responsible for contributing one-fifth of the world’s plastic pollution. What did the Paris Agreement (2015) and the UN Environmental Assembly (2022) say on plastic pollution? Paris Agreement (2015): Primarily on climate change, the Paris Agreement doesn’t directly address… Continue reading India generates highest plastic pollution in world
Exercise Yudh Abhyas, 2024
Why in the News? The 2024 edition of the India-U.S. Army bilateral exercise Yudh Abhyas has begun at the Mahajan field firing ranges in Rajasthan. Concurrently, Phase-II of the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) largest multilateral exercise, Tarang Shakti, is underway in Jodhpur, with eight countries participating, including India. About Exercise Yudh Abhyas Details Type Bilateral… Continue reading Exercise Yudh Abhyas, 2024
India’s first ‘Teal Carbon’ study
Why in the News? India’s first study on teal carbon was conducted at Keoladeo National Park (KNP) in Rajasthan’s Bharatpur district. Highlights of the Study The study at KNP aimed to develop holistic solutions for climate change by understanding the potential of teal carbon in mitigating its effects. It highlighted that degraded wetlands could release… Continue reading India’s first ‘Teal Carbon’ study
PresVu: India’s First Eye Drop for Presbyopia
Why in the News? Mumbai-based Entod Pharmaceuticals has announced that the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) has approved its new eye drop, PresVu, aimed at reducing the dependency on reading glasses for individuals with presbyopia. What is Presbyopia? Presbyopia is an age-related condition where the eyes gradually lose the ability to focus on nearby… Continue reading PresVu: India’s First Eye Drop for Presbyopia
[pib] Recommendations during 54th meeting of GST Council
Why in the News? The 54th GST Council meeting, chaired by Union Finance Minister was held recently. Recommendations from the 54th GST Council Meeting: GST Rate Changes for Goods Namkeens and Savory Products GST on extruded/expanded savoury products reduced from 18% to 12%; 5% GST on un-fried or uncooked snack pellets continues. Cancer Drugs GST… Continue reading [pib] Recommendations during 54th meeting of GST Council
[9th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: With or without Chinese companies is the question
PYQ Relevance: Q Can the strategy of regional-resource-based manufacturing help in promoting employment in India?(UPSC IAS/2019) Q “Success of the ‘Make in India’ program depends on the success of the ‘Skill India’ programme and radical labour reforms.” Discuss with logical arguments. (UPSC IAS/2015) Q “While we flaunt India’s demographic dividend, we ignore the dropping rates… Continue reading [9th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: With or without Chinese companies is the question
Policy paralysis, a weakened public health sector
Why in the News? Primary care remains underdeveloped, while the private sector has seen significant growth in secondary and tertiary care. What are the major necessities in Public Health? Diseases of Poverty: This includes health issues predominantly affecting the poor and vulnerable populations, such as tuberculosis, malaria, undernutrition, maternal mortality, and illnesses caused by food… Continue reading Policy paralysis, a weakened public health sector
On uncommon cyclones in the Arabian Sea
Why in the News? A rare August cyclone, named ‘Asna’, currently positioned off the Kutch coast is even more remarkable for having originated over land. Why was there a lot of excitement over Asna? “Asna” is notable because it’s the first cyclone in August in the North Indian Ocean since 1981. August is typically not… Continue reading On uncommon cyclones in the Arabian Sea
BepiColombo Mission
Why in the News? On Thursday, the ESA-Japan spacecraft “BepiColombo” made its closest approach to Mercury, capturing detailed images of its sunrise-lit surface and revealing the planet’s south pole. Highlights of the Latest Flyby: BepiColombo uses flybys of Earth, Venus, and Mercury to slow down and enter orbit around Mercury. This approach gives scientists new… Continue reading BepiColombo Mission
What is Helium and why is it used in Rockets?
Why in the News? Two NASA astronauts aboard Boeing’s Starliner will remain on the International Space Station (ISS) for an extended period due to issues with a faulty propulsion system, including helium leaks. About Helium Helium is inert, meaning it does not react or combust when exposed to other substances. This makes it ideal for… Continue reading What is Helium and why is it used in Rockets?
What is the Principle of Planetary Protection?
Why in the News? Planetary protection is a crucial principle in space missions that travel from Earth to other planetary bodies, such as the Moon or Mars. The goal is to preserve both Earth’s biosphere and the planetary body’s environment from contamination by alien microbial life. About Planetary Protection: Details Definition Safeguarding Earth’s biosphere and… Continue reading What is the Principle of Planetary Protection?
Enemy Properties in India
Why in the News? The Union Home Affairs Ministry has notified the auction of land in Uttar Pradesh previously owned by the family of former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf. Enemy Properties in India Details Definition Assets (movable and immovable) and properties of individuals or entities from countries at war with India, vested with CEPI. History… Continue reading Enemy Properties in India
[7th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Stick to fiscal deficit as the norm for fiscal prudence
PYQ Relevance: Q What were the reasons for the introduction of Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act, 2013? Discuss critically its salient features and their effectiveness. (UPSC IAS/2018) Q The public expenditure management is a challenge to the Government of India in the context of budget making during the post-liberalization period. Clarify it. (UPSC… Continue reading [7th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Stick to fiscal deficit as the norm for fiscal prudence
Swachh Bharat Mission averted 70,000 infant deaths a year
Why in the News? A new study published in the peer-reviewed “journal Nature” has found that the construction of toilets under the government’s “Swachh Bharat Mission” helped prevent approximately 60,000 to 70,000 infant deaths annually between 2011 and 2020. Key Highlights of the Report: Impact of SBM: The study revealed that districts with over 30%… Continue reading Swachh Bharat Mission averted 70,000 infant deaths a year
House Panel includes SEBI review in agenda, likely to summon Buch
Why in the News? The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has included a review of SEBI’s performance, amid political controversy surrounding chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch following Hindenburg Research’s allegations. What are the allegations against SEBI? Conflict of Interest: SEBI chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch faces conflict of interest allegations due to her past ICICI Bank role amid… Continue reading House Panel includes SEBI review in agenda, likely to summon Buch
A tourism policy ill-suited for Jammu and Kashmir
Why in the News? Kashmir’s fragile environment faces severe damage from urbanization, commercialization, and climate change, underscoring the urgent need for a resilient and sustainable tourism model. Aims and Objectives of J&K Tourism Policy Promoting all forms of Tourism: The policy aims to promote traditional recreational tourism as well as adventure, pilgrimage, spiritual, and health… Continue reading A tourism policy ill-suited for Jammu and Kashmir
