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[29 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Understanding India’s coal imports

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q) “Despite the adverse environmental impact, coal mining is still inevitable for Development”. Discuss. (UPSC CSE 2017)  Q) What are the consequences of Illegal mining? Discuss the Ministry of Environment and Forest’s concept of GO AND NO GO zones for the coal mining sector. (UPSC CSE 2013)  Prelims: Q) Despite having large… Continue reading [29 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Understanding India’s coal imports

Advisory boards under preventive detention laws are not rubber stamps for the government: Supreme Court

Why in the news?  Recently  SCt said that advisory boards should act like a safety net, protecting people’s freedom from the government’s arbitrary use of power.  They need to make sure there’s a balance between the government’s actions and people’s right to be free. About Advisory Board: Article 22 of the Constitution makes it mandatory… Continue reading Advisory boards under preventive detention laws are not rubber stamps for the government: Supreme Court

Tech giants facing EU scrutiny

Why in the news?  The European Commission has initiated investigations into major tech companies like Apple, Meta, Google’s parent Alphabet, and Amazon to enforce fair and competitive markets in the digital industry, following the regulations of the Digital Markets Act (DMA).   What is the European Commission?  The European Commission is the executive arm of… Continue reading Tech giants facing EU scrutiny

The countdown to a pandemic treaty

Why in the news? In March 2021, a call for a pandemic treaty by 25 heads of government and international agencies marked a pivotal moment. The WHO Pandemic Agreement’s final negotiations began last week. With approval pending in May, its fate remains uncertain amid debates. Key features of Pandemic Agreement Aim of the Pandemic Agreement:… Continue reading The countdown to a pandemic treaty

Why are Rohingya refugees risking their lives at sea? | Explained

Why in the news? The recent incident involving a wooden boat carrying nearly 150 Rohingya refugees capsizing off the Indonesian coast last week has once more spotlighted the dire situation faced by these refugees. According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), more than 4,500 Rohingya refugees started risky trips across the Bay… Continue reading Why are Rohingya refugees risking their lives at sea? | Explained

Discovery of Amino Acid unveils How Light makes Stomata Open in Plants

Why in the news? Scientists from Nagoya University have made a discovery about the regulation of Stomatal opening in plants, a process vital for efficient photosynthesis by a type of amino acid threonine (Thr881). What are Stomatal Openings? Stomata are microscopic pores on plant leaves crucial for gas exchange. They particularly uptake carbon dioxide necessary… Continue reading Discovery of Amino Acid unveils How Light makes Stomata Open in Plants

Places in news: Afanasy Nikitin Seamount

Why in the news? India has applied to the International Seabed Authority (ISBA) for exploration rights in the Afanasy Nikitin (AN) Seamount in the Indian Ocean outside its jurisdiction. India’s application is motivated by reports of Chinese vessels conducting reconnaissance in the same region, raising concerns about strategic interests and resource competition. About International Seabed… Continue reading Places in news: Afanasy Nikitin Seamount

Next 75-day strategy for UPSC Prelims 2024 – Gain a competitive edge | Webinar by IPS, Divyank (AIR 357)

Target 110+ in the next 75 days. Strategy for UPSC Prelims 2024 Join IPS, Divyank’s FREE Webinar on 1st April, 7:00 pm First 100 will get personalized study plan and mentorship session UPSC Prelims has been postponed and with ~75 days left for UPSC Prelims 2024, you need a shift in your approach. While this… Continue reading Next 75-day strategy for UPSC Prelims 2024 – Gain a competitive edge | Webinar by IPS, Divyank (AIR 357)

[28 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: WTO’s investment facilitation negotiations are not illegal

PYQ Relevance:Mains: Q) What are the key areas of reform if the WTO has to survive in the present context of the ‘Trade War’, especially keeping in mind the interest of India? (UPSC CSE 2018)  Q) “The broader aims and objectives of WTO are to manage and promote international trade in the era of globalization. But… Continue reading [28 March 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: WTO’s investment facilitation negotiations are not illegal

Preventing a China-Taiwan conflict

Why in the News? India, with growing national interests, faces entanglements in disputes like Taiwan. While China claims Taiwan, India is unlikely to engage militarily, focusing on safeguarding its economic and security interests. Context: The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) recently achieved an unprecedented third consecutive term in Taiwan’s legislative elections, defying China’s threats and hostilities.… Continue reading Preventing a China-Taiwan conflict

Artform in news: Mohiniyattam Danceform

Why in the news? The Kerala Kalamandalam, a deemed university for arts and culture, has unanimously lifted gender restrictions allowing boys for learning Mohiniyattam, a classical dance form. About Mohiniyattam Description Name Meaning Mohini – female enchantress avatar of Vishnu; Aattam – rhythmic motion or dance (Malayalam) Roots Natya Shastra, ancient Hindu Sanskrit text on… Continue reading Artform in news: Mohiniyattam Danceform

50,000-year-old Magnetic Fossils found in Bay of Bengal

What is the news? Scientists from the CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography, Goa have found in the Bay of Bengal a 50,000-year-old sediment containing giant magnetofossils, shedding light on ancient geological conditions. What are Magnetofossils? Magnetofossils are fossilized magnetic particles created by magnetotactic bacteria, aiding scientists in understanding past environmental conditions. Described initially in the 1960s… Continue reading 50,000-year-old Magnetic Fossils found in Bay of Bengal

India Employment Landscape: Insights from the ILO-IHD Report 2024

Why in the news? According to the India Employment Report 2024 released by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the Institute of Human Development (IHD), India’s youth account for almost 83% of the unemployed workforce. About the International Labour Organization (ILO)   The ILO is a UN agency whose mandate is to advance social and… Continue reading India Employment Landscape: Insights from the ILO-IHD Report 2024

Monuments of National Importance (MNI) and their Listing/De-Listing

Why in the news? The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has decided to remove 18 “centrally protected monuments” from its list of Monuments of National Importance (MNI), citing a lack of national significance. ASI currently has 3,693 monuments under its purview, which will fall to 3,675 once the current delisting exercise is completed in the… Continue reading Monuments of National Importance (MNI) and their Listing/De-Listing

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