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India Nears Approval of Gene-Edited Mustard Variety Why in the News? The Union government is close to clearing a gene-edited mustard developed using CRISPR-Cas9, signalling India’s policy shift towards gene editing over GM crops to enhance nutrition, disease resistance and climate resilience with faster regulatory approvals. This development raises questions about environmental impact assessments and …
Read MoreGujarat Regains Tiger State Status After Decades Why in the News? The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has confirmed the presence of a tiger in Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary, leading to Gujarat’s inclusion in the national Tiger Census and restoring its ‘Tiger State’ status after 33 years. This development highlights the importance of environmental clearances and …
Read MoreUnlocking Nuclear Power: Reform, Regulation and Market Integration Syllabus: GS Paper – 1: Mineral & Energy Resources GS Paper – 3: Nuclear Technology Why in the News? India has enacted the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act, marking the most significant reform of the nuclear sector since 1962. The …
Read MoreCHILD MARRIAGE AS SOCIAL SCOURGE Syllabus: GS-2: ● Social issues ● Welfare schemes for vulnerable section of society Why in the News? India has reiterated its commitment to eliminate child marriage by 2030 under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), marking one year of the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. While data shows a decline in …
Read MoreThis infographic explains the core objectives of the Food Corporation of India, including price support, public distribution, food security and market stabilisation for foodgrains. It is important for understanding India’s food security system and farmer protection mechanisms for UPSC preparation.
Read MorePM-YUVA 3.0 Boosts Young Authors Nationwide Why in the News? The results of PM-YUVA 3.0 (Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors) have been announced, with 43 young authors selected through an All-India contest, reinforcing the government’s push to nurture youth creativity and India’s multilingual literary ecosystem. This initiative also aims to promote awareness about …
Read MoreUS Airstrike on ISIS Militants in Nigeria: Environmental Clearance Concerns Why in the News? The United States conducted an airstrike against ISIS militants in northwest Nigeria at the request of the Nigerian government, highlighting growing environmental clearance cooperation amid concerns over militant violence and religious targeting in West Africa. This operation raises questions about the …
Read MoreCirculatory Diseases Lead India’s Medically Certified Deaths Why in the News? The Office of the Registrar-General of India (RGI) has released its Annual Report on Medical Certification of Cause of Death, 2023, revealing that circulatory system diseases accounted for 36.4% of all medically certified deaths in India. This trend underscores the importance of a pollution-free …
Read MoreHindu Succession Act Review: Protecting Widows’ Inheritance Rights Why in the News? The Karnataka High Court has urged the Union government to conduct an ex post facto review of the 2005 amendment to the Hindu Succession Act, flagging a drafting gap that creates ambiguity over inheritance rights of widows and mothers in ancestral property. This …
Read MoreShaheed Udham Singh: Revolutionary Symbol of Justice Why in the News? India is commemorating the 126th birth anniversary of Shaheed Udham Singh, the revolutionary freedom fighter who avenged the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, recalling his role in the anti-colonial struggle and his enduring legacy of sacrifice, unity, and justice. His actions can be seen as an …
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