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Why in the news? The Supreme Court reversed its 1967 ruling in the Azeez Basha case, granting Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) the possibility to claim minority institution status, sparking legal and political debates. Key Points: Background and Legal Change: Azeez Basha Case (1967): The Supreme Court had previously ruled that AMU could not be considered …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court stressed the importance of pollution-free environments, directing the Delhi government to decide on a year-round firecracker ban by November 25, 2024, after violations during Diwali. Highlights of the Court’s Observations on Pollution: The Supreme Court emphasised that no religion encourages activities leading to pollution. The right to live …
Read MoreWhy in the news? LignoSat, the first satellite made from wood, was launched to test wood’s durability in space, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional metal satellites and potential for future space structures. Introduction: LignoSat is the world’s first satellite with wooden components, launched aboard a SpaceX rocket from Kennedy Space Center, Florida. Developed by …
Read MoreWhy in the news? RBI has rolled out new guidelines requiring FPIs to seek government approval if their stake in Indian companies exceeds 10%, amid increased scrutiny of foreign investments. About the New RBI Rules for FPI and FDI Classification: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced updated rules to guide foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Interest in South Korea’s 4B movement surged among U.S. women post-Trump’s 2024 election win, as they use it to protest societal norms and gender-based issues. What is the 4B Movement? The 4B movement, originating in South Korea, promotes four principles: rejecting marriage (bihon), childbirth (bichulsan), romance (biyeonae), and sexual relationships (bisekseu) …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Defence Space Agency inaugurated its first space exercise, Antariksha Abhyas-2024, to enhance understanding of space assets, assess vulnerabilities, and strengthen coordination among defence forces and space agencies in India. About the Inauguration of ‘Antariksha Abhyas-2024’: The Defence Space Agency (DSA) launched its first-ever space exercise, Antariksha Abhyas-2024, in New Delhi. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? PM Modi attended the Igas festival celebration hosted by Uttarakhand MP Anil Baluni, emphasising the government’s commitment to heritage preservation and the revival of traditional Uttarakhand festivals. PM Modi Joins Igas Festival Celebrations in New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Igas festival celebration hosted by Uttarakhand MP Anil Baluni …
Read MoreSylalbus: GS-2: Constitutional Bodies Focus; Justice DY Chandrachud’s tenure as Chief Justice of India is in the news due to concerns about his decisions aligning with authoritarian trends and political ideologies, rather than upholding the Constitution’s principles. This has sparked debates regarding the erosion of judicial independence and civil liberties during his time. Judicial Evaluation …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Environment Why in the News? Upcoming COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan from 11 -22 November to 2024 will focus on climate finance and the carbon credit scheme, highlighting India’s initiatives and challenges in establishing a credible and efficient domestic carbon market. Introduction Climate finance and a global carbon credit system will be discussed …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Health spending in low-income and middle-income countries, including India, has decreased post-pandemic, endangering progress toward Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and public health targets. Post-Pandemic Health Budget Trends: Government health spending in low-income countries (LICs) and lower-middle-income countries (LMICs) has seen a sharp decline after pandemic-related increases. A study by the World …
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