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Meeting Nutrition challenge: What new guidelines prescribe?

Why in the news? According to the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), approximately 56.4% of India’s overall disease burden is linked to poor dietary habits. Guidelines by the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN): The NIN, operating under the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), has issued comprehensive guidelines on nutrition for vulnerable groups, including pregnant… Continue reading

Export-Import in the Agricultural sector

Why in the news? India’s agricultural exports have declined in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2024, on the back of shipment curbs on a host of commodities, from cereals and sugar to onions. The Need for a New Export-Import Policy for Agriculture: Decline in Agricultural Exports: India’s agricultural exports fell by 8.2% in the… Continue reading

Positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) to aid Monsoon this year

Why in the News? Australian weather agencies predict the possible return of a positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) in the latter half of 2024. What is the Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD)? The IOD is also known as the Indian Nino. It is characterized by the differential heating of ocean waters in the eastern and western… Continue reading

What is an Interpol Blue Corner Notice?

Why in the news? Karnataka’s political landscape is rocked by accusations of sexual abuse against a sitting MP belonging to a prominent political family. Following explicit video leaks allegedly implicating him, Interpol has issued a Blue Corner notice, as he remains on the run. INTERPOL’s Notice System: The Interpol issues various types of notices to… Continue reading

FLiRT Variants: Latest Twist in the COVID-19 Saga

Why in the news? The emergence of new variants KP.2 and KP1.1, known as the FLiRT variants, has raised global concerns. Despite vaccination efforts, these variants pose challenges, leading to concerns about a potential rise in COVID-19 cases. What are the FLiRT Variants of COVID-19? KP.2 and KP1.1, dubbed ‘FLiRT’ variants, are descendants of the… Continue reading

Artificial Rain through Cloud Seeding

Why in the news? The Uttarakhand government faced scrutiny from the Supreme Court following Forest fires that claimed lives in the state. Justices highlighted the inefficacy of relying solely on cloud-seeding or rain gods to address the crisis. Case Study: Experimenting Artificial Rain in India A recent study published in the Bulletin of the American… Continue reading

[9 May 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A chance to settle a Constitutional clash

Mains PYQ Relevance: Q) Discuss the possible factors that inhibit India from enacting for its citizen a uniform civil code as provided for in the Directive Principles of State Policy. (UPSC IAS/2015)Q) Examine the scope of Fundamental Rights in the light of the latest judgement of the Supreme Court on Right to Privacy. (UPSC IAS/2017) Note4Students: … Continue reading

The Socio-ecological effects of LPG price hikes

Why in the News? The ACCESS survey (2014-2015), conducted by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water, found LPG’s cost to be the foremost barrier to its adoption and continued use in rural poor households. Government Initiatives for LPG Fuel: Government Initiatives: The Indian government has promoted using LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) as a clean… Continue reading

India is now Third-Largest Producer of Solar Power

Why in the News? In 2023, India overtook Japan to become the world’s third-highest producer of solar power, according to a report by the International Energy Analytics Agency Ember. Global Solar Energy Production: The leading producer of solar power in the world is China which produced 584 BU of solar power in 2024 – more… Continue reading

Unemployment Vs Wages

Why in the news? Recently, there have been contentious talks regarding Pakistan’s unemployment being lower than India’s. According to Keynes, lower wage rate will lead to lower income of workers and thus to lower demand of goods. Lower demand will lower output that in turn will lower employment. Issues related to Unemployment vs Wages Questioning… Continue reading

Giving primacy to Human Development

Why in the News? Two recent reports reveal some important facets of India’s Development. The Human Development Report 2023-24, published by the UNDP, takes a comparative perspective and maps the achievements in the area of human development. A paper published by the World Inequality Lab in March 2024 provides long-term trends in income and wealth… Continue reading

Tiger Translocation in Sahyadri-Konkan Wildlife Corridor

Why in the news? Maharashtra’s plan to increase tigers count in Sahyadri-Konkan Wildlife Corridor by translocating tigers from Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) (Chandrapur, Maharashtra) underscores the critical role of wildlife corridors in conservation efforts. About Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) Tadoba became one of India’s earliest national parks when it was declared in 1955, alongside Kanha… Continue reading

Glyptothorax punyabratai: A New Catfish Species discovered

Why in the news? Glyptothorax punyabratai, a new catfish species, has been discovered in the Brahmaputra River drainage in Arunachal Pradesh. The discovery was made by the ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBFGR), Lucknow, and published in the journal Ichthyological Exploration of Freshwaters. Glyptothorax punyabratai It was collected from the Tung Stream, a tributary… Continue reading

Widal Test: Flaws of Typhoid Diagnosis

Why in the news? Patients with fever in India often undergo testing and treatment for typhoid fever, primarily relying on the Widal test. The Widal test, though widely used, has several limitations that affect its accuracy and reliability. Typhoid diagnosis using Widal Test The Widal test is used primarily to diagnose typhoid fever. Typhoid fever,… Continue reading

CRISPR’s Breakthrough in Treating Blindness

Why in the news? Scientists have successfully used CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing to restore vision in individuals with a rare form of inherited or congenital blindness. The groundbreaking clinical trial, named “BRILLIANCE,” demonstrated promising results in improving vision and quality of life for participants with Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), a severe vision disorder. What is Leber… Continue reading

Orangutan uses Plant to treat wound

Why in the news? An orangutan was observed treating a wound with medicine from a tropical plant, showcasing how some animals employ natural remedies to alleviate their ailments. This behavior, documented in a recent study published in Scientific Reports, represents a novel instance of self-medication among wild animals. About Orangutans Orangutans, are distinguished by their… Continue reading

[UPSC Prelims ’24 Webinar] Do this on D-Day | How after 2 Prelims FAILURE, I got 34 marks above Cut-Off using Knowledge + Logic + Common Sense

UPSC Prelims – Use ‘Troika’ of Knowledge + Logic + Common Sense by Dr. Shri Krushna (IAS, UPSC 2023) Join FREE Webinar on 10th May, 7:00 pm First 200 will get free mentorship session The UPSC Prelims is a tough filter designed to weed out the unprepared. The only way to sail through these times… Continue reading

The unseen effects of Climate Change on Mental Health

Why in the News? Studies show that individuals with schizophrenia are more likely to experience fatal effects from extreme heat compared to those with kidney or heart problems as per Geo Health report. What is schizophrenia? As per the National Institute of Mental Health, Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that affects how a person… Continue reading

The government’s new PhD guidelines will make Universities more Elite

Why in the news? The UGC chairperson announced that students with four-year undergraduate degrees can now appear for the National Eligibility Test (NET), an exam that certifies eligibility for lectureship in colleges and universities in India, and PhD programs. Key Implication of this Announcement: Lowering of Standards: Allowing students with four-year undergraduate degrees to appear… Continue reading

An Inheritance Tax will help reduce Inequality

Why in the news? A remark by Chairman of Indian Overseas Congress Sam Pitroda on implementing an inheritance tax as a tool of wealth redistribution has sparked massive debates. The Negative Impact of Inequality: Growth affected: Inequality harms growth in the medium-to-long run by reducing firm productivity, lowering labor income, and diverting resources away from… Continue reading

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