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States can directly buy Rice from FCI

Why in the News? The Union Food and Consumer Affairs Minister announced that States can now directly purchase rice from the Food Corporation of India (FCI) under the Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic) without participating in e-auctions. Key Announcements: Direct Rice Purchase of Rice by the States: States can procure rice directly from FCI at… Continue reading

What is the Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme?

Why in the News? Recent reports suggest that the government might reduce or discontinue the Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) scheme due to its high cost. Decline in Popularity of SGB: This speculation follows the Union budget’s decision to slash customs duties on gold and silver from 15% to 6%. The reduction in customs duties is… Continue reading

Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)

Why in the News? The Health Ministry has requested the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to implement measures to prevent surrogate advertisements of tobacco and alcoholrelated products by sportspersons. About Sports Authority of India (SAI) Details Establishment Founded in 1984 by the Ministry of Youth… Continue reading

[1st August 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The global struggle for a pandemic treaty

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q1 COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented devastation worldwide. However, technological advancements are being availed readily to win over the crisis. Give an account of how technology was sought to aid the management of the pandemic. (UPSC IAS/2020) Q2 Critically examine the role of WHO in providing global health security during the Covid-19… Continue reading

Mapping: River Seine

Why in the News? The swimming events in the ongoing Paris Olympics were postponed due to concerns about the water quality of the River Seine. Issues with River Seine’s Water Quality: Old Sewage System: Paris’ aged sewage system combines rainwater and wastewater in the same pipes, leading to overflow during heavy rains. Untreated Sewage Discharge:… Continue reading

[pib] Artificial Insemination in Cattle

Why in the News? The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying is implementing the Rashtriya Gokul Mission. The mission aims to develop and conserve indigenous bovine breeds, genetically upgrade the bovine population, and enhance milk production and productivity. About Rashtriya Gokul Mission: Details About Initiated in December 2014. Announced under the National Programme for Bovine… Continue reading

85th death anniversary of Shaheed Udham Singh

Why in the News? On July 31, 1940, Indian revolutionary leader Udham Singh was executed at the Pentonville prison in London for killing Michael O’Dwyer, the former lieutenant governor of Punjab. He avenged the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre by assassinating Michael O’Dwyer. Udham Singh (1899-1940) and his Contributions: Details Birth and Early Life Singh was born… Continue reading

‘Zombies’ in our Genes helped us evolve

Why in the News? Research suggests that around 8% of the human genome is composed of Endogenous Retroviruses (ERVs) often referred to as ‘zombie’ regions. Retroviruses and Human Genome Integration Most viruses can’t affect the human genome, but retroviruses are an exception. Retroviruses can integrate and reshape the genomes of their hosts. They have an… Continue reading

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On discarding indexation for LTCG

Why in the news? Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s decision to eliminate indexation for calculating long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax in the Union Budget has received a lukewarm response from stakeholders. Changes in the LTCG Regime The new LTCG regime removes the indexation benefit for property, gold, and other unlisted assets. The LTCG tax rate is… Continue reading

AI needs cultural policies, not just regulation

Why in the news? Only by providing fair and broad access to data can we unlock AI’s full potential and ensure its benefits are shared equitably. Present Scenario of ‘Data Race vs. Ethics’ Data Demand vs. Quality: The race for data has intensified as AI systems, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), require vast amounts of… Continue reading

SEBI’s proposed measures to curb F&O speculation

Why in the news? SEBI has proposed a series of measures to curb speculative trading in the index derivatives segment due to concerns over the exponential increase in trading volumes in futures and options, especially among individual investors. What are the different types of derivatives? Note: Derivatives are financial contracts deriving their value from an… Continue reading

Why the Ukraine war makes India and Europe important for each other?

Why in the news? Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s anticipated visit to Ukraine next month should signify a reconfiguration of India’s strategy towards European security. European Scenario The war in Ukraine has put the question of Europe right at the top of India’s international agenda, necessitating a reconfiguration of India’s approach to European security. India should… Continue reading

[31st July 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A Licence Raj for digital content creators

PYQ Relevance: Mains:Q1 Has digital illiteracy, particularly in rural areas, coupled with lack of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) accessibility hindered socio-economic development? Examine with justification. (UPSC IAS/2021) Q2 What do understand by the concept “freedom of speech and expression”? Does it cover hate speech also? Why do films in India stand on a slightly… Continue reading

The different armed groups of Myanmar

Why in the news? On July 25, Myanmar’s junta and an ethnic group both claimed control of Lashio’s military command after clashes began on July 3. Background The 2021 Military coup in Myanmar triggered sustained violent resistance which undermined military control. Ethnic Armed Organisations (EAOs) and resistance groups, including the People’s Defence Forces (PDFs) and… Continue reading

The case for a Legal Advisory Council

Why in the news? Legal insights from well-structured think tanks can be crucial in clarifying the true intent of specific legislation for the government. Scope to Review the Process of Legal Consultancy Need for Structured Legal Inputs: The handling of legal issues by the National Democratic Alliance has been inadequate. There is a need for… Continue reading

Why Israel-Hezbollah conflict is heating up?

Why in the news? Israel has announced that it would retaliate strongly against Hezbollah, accusing the group of being responsible for a rocket attack that killed 12 children and teenagers at a football field in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. Background of Golan Heights: The Golan Heights was captured by Israel during the Six-Day War in… Continue reading

US overtaskes UAE as India’s second largest LNG supplier

Why in the news? In 2023, the US surpassed the UAE to become India’s second-largest supplier of liquefied natural gas (LNG), providing 3.09 million tonnes (MT). World LNG Report 2024 by International Gas Union (IGU) US as a Major Supplier: The report highlights that the United States has displaced the UAE to become India’s second-largest… Continue reading

[pib] National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA)

Why in the News? The NPPA monitors the prices of scheduled as well as non-scheduled medicines under Drugs (Prices Control) Order, 2013 (DPCO, 2013), informed the Union Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers. What are Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Formulations? [A] Scheduled Formulations: Defined as formulations listed in Schedule-I of the Drugs (Prices Control) Order,… Continue reading

In new: Mekedatu Project

Why in the News? Karnataka CM has offered to discuss with Tamil Nadu, the implementation of Mekedatu Project across River Cauvery. About Mekedatu Project Mekedatu is a location along Kaveri in the border of Chamarajanagar and Ramanagara Districts in Karnataka. Karnataka intends to build a reservoir across River Cauvery near Mekedatu. The dam is proposed… Continue reading

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