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Why SC couldn’t agree on the environmental release of GM mustard?

Why in the news? A two-judge Bench of the Supreme Court delivered a split verdict on Tuesday, July 23, regarding the “environmental release” of Genetically Modified (GM) mustard. About GM Mustard Crop Development and Approval Process: On September 15, 2015, the Centre for Genetic Manipulation of Crop Plants (CGMCP) at Delhi University sought approval from… Continue reading

A big step towards the transformation of various sectors

Why in the news? The 2024-25 Budget is a progressive proposal featuring several commendable initiatives aimed at boosting India’s economic growth and advancing social progress. Prioritized areas in the recent Budget 2024-25 Job Creation and Skilling: The budget allocates ₹1.48 lakh crore towards job creation, employment, and skilling, emphasizing the importance of developing a skilled… Continue reading

Is immunity for the President and Governors absolute?

Why in the news? The Supreme Court has agreed to examine if the immunity granted to the President and Governors under Article 361 violates fundamental rights and constitutional principles. What is the case? The Supreme Court is examining a petition filed by a contractual woman employee of the West Bengal Raj Bhavan, who has accused… Continue reading

A Budget that places health on the margins

Why in the news? With the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic behind us (though the World Health Organization warns the virus still lingers), the Union Budget shifted focus to economic growth levers like infrastructure and employment. It was also hoped that recognizing population health as crucial for economic growth would lead to continued investment in… Continue reading

ICMR develops CRISPR Cas-based TB Detection Kit

Why in the News? The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Regional Medical Research Centre for North East has developed the “world’s cheapest CRISPR Cas-based TB testing system”. Back2Basics: CRISPR-Cas9 Technology CRISPR-Cas9 stands for Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats and CRISPR-associated protein 9. It is a technology that allows geneticists and researchers to edit… Continue reading

In news: Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary

Why in the News? The Gandhi Sagar sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh is the preferred location for the next batch of cheetah’s relocation plan. However, Banni in the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat is also being prepared to house some of them. Cheetah Reintroduction in India: In India, cheetahs disappeared in the early 1950s due to hunting… Continue reading

Typhoon Gaemi

Why in the News? After making landfall in the Philippines, Typhoon Gaemi is heading towards Taiwan. What is a Typhoon? A typhoon is a mature tropical cyclone that forms in the Northwest Pacific Ocean, primarily between 100°E and 180°E. It is characterised by strong winds, and heavy rain, and can cause significant damage due to… Continue reading

Right to Shelter is a Fundamental Right: Supreme Court

Why in the News? The Supreme Court emphasised the need to balance railway infrastructure development in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, with the fundamental right to shelter nearly 50,000 people accused of illegally encroaching on railway land. What was the Case? The hearing was based on an application filed by the Railways seeking to modify a January 2023… Continue reading

For the social sector, it is old wine in an old bottle

Why in the News? Budget 2024 maintains the same approach as previous years regarding social sector allocations. Decreasing allocations in the Budget for social sector schemes Education Sector: The allocations for school education increased by ₹5,000 crore and for higher education by ₹3,000 crore. The increased recoveries from fees and self-financing schemes suggest a shift… Continue reading

Key takeaways from the 2023-24 Economic Survey

Why in the News? The 2023-24 Economic Survey highlights realistic challenges for India’s growth, projecting GDP growth at 6.5%-7% for FY 2024-25 despite 8% growth in FY 2023-24. What are the major five issues with the Indian Economy? Weak Demand: In India, an unfavourable environment for FDI growth is due to high interest rates in… Continue reading

Nepal, Sri Lanka, Seychelles secure more funds under Budget allocation for MEA

Why in the News? The Union Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prioritized India-funded projects in neighbouring countries, receiving the majority of the Ministry of External Affairs’ allocation. What are the India-funded projects in the neighbourhood? India has provided significant aid to Nepal, including funding for hydroelectric power plants like Pardi, Trishuli and Devighat.… Continue reading

Defence funds decline, BRO gets backing

Why in the News? Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has allocated ₹6.22 lakh crore for the Defence Ministry for 2024-25, matching the amount presented in the interim Budget in February. Budgetary allocation for different sectors Border Roads Organisation (BRO): The BRO received a significant increase in funding, with an allocation of ₹6,500 crore, aimed at… Continue reading

[pib] Birth Anniversary of Chandrashekhar Azad and Lokmanya Tilak

Why in the News? Prime Minister paid his tributes to legendary freedom fighters Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Chandra Shekhar Azad on their birth anniversaries. About Chandrashekhar Azad and Lokmanya Tilak [1] Chandrashekhar Azad: Details: Born Chandra Shekhar Tiwari on 23 July 1906; Indian revolutionary leader of HSRA; Died 27 February 1931. Early Life From Bardarka,… Continue reading

What is a Climate Finance Taxonomy, announced by FM Sitharaman?

Why in the News? The 2024 Union Budget, presented by Finance Minister, includes developing a taxonomy for climate finance. The aim is to enhance the availability of capital for climate adaptation and mitigation. What is a Climate Finance Taxonomy? A climate finance taxonomy is a classification system that identifies which economic activities can be marketed… Continue reading

What is Angel Tax that was scrapped in Budget 2024?

Why in the News? Finance Minister announced the abolition of the angel tax, aiming to strengthen the startup ecosystem and support innovation in India. What is Angel Investment? An angel investor is an individual who provides financial backing to early-stage startups or entrepreneurs, typically in exchange for equity in the company. Angel investors are typically… Continue reading

Bihar’s Vishnupad and Mahabodhi Temples

Why in the News? Finance Minister announced during her Union Budget speech that corridor projects will be built for the Vishnupad Temple at Gaya and the Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya in Bihar. These will be modelled on the Kashi Vishwanath Temple Corridor, to transform them into world-class pilgrim and tourist destinations. About the Vishnupad… Continue reading

Launching Smash Mains FLTs+X-Factor Notes Batch

Get 1-1 Mentorship or Mains Dear All, Clearing Prelims is an opportunity; you should garner every support and help to clear Mains with flying colors. Your Mains attempt should make your preparation interview-proof. Interviews are a 1-day show. You can’t work with the mindset that you have another attempt where you will make up for… Continue reading

How children win with U-WIN, govt’s new online vaccine portal?

Why in the News? The government plans to roll out U-WIN, an online vaccine management portal for childhood vaccination, across the country. Similar to CoWIN used during the Covid-19 pandemic, U-WIN aims to digitize and individualize immunization records from birth. What is U-WIN? Children up to 6 years old and pregnant mothers are registered on… Continue reading

What are Rogue Waves and how can AI help predict them?

Why in the News? Rogue waves, unusually large waves compared to those before and after them, pose significant threats to ships, coastal and offshore infrastructure, and human lives. Until now, there has been no method to forecast rogue waves. What Are Rogue Waves? Rogue waves are unusually large and unpredictable waves that are much larger… Continue reading

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