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Supreme Court Clarifies Presumption of Death Timeline Why in the News ? The Supreme Court ruled that a missing person cannot be presumed dead on the date of disappearance. The presumption of death arises only after seven years, as per Section 108 of the Indian Evidence Act, reaffirmed in the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023. This …
Read MoreJames Watson, Co-Discoverer of DNA, Passes Away at 97 Nobel Laureate James Dewey Watson, the American biologist who co-discovered the double-helix structure of DNA with Francis Crick in 1953, has passed away at the age of 97. Their groundbreaking discovery, based on Rosalind Franklin’s X-ray images, transformed genetics by explaining how hereditary information is stored …
Read MoreAI MANIA MASKS ECONOMIC FISSURES AND RISING UNCERTAINTY Why in the news? The ongoing enthusiasm around artificial intelligence is driving markets to record highs. Current economic pressures and challenges are being overlooked in favor of the future potential of AI — which remains largely untested. Market valuations appear to be priced for perfection, assuming flawless …
Read MoreIndia’s Universal Basic Income Syllabus GS 2: Government Policies and interventions Why in the News? Recently, growing inequality, automation-led job losses, and welfare delivery inefficiencies have renewed discussions on implementing a Universal Basic Income (UBI) in India, offering direct unconditional cash transfers to every citizen irrespective of income or occupation. Introduction India stands at a …
Read MoreINS Savitri Strengthens India-Mauritius Maritime Cooperation Why in the News ? INS Savitri, an offshore patrol vessel of the Indian Navy, hosted visitors during its port call at Port Louis, Mauritius, showcasing naval capabilities and promoting people-to-people ties, maritime diplomacy, and joint EEZ surveillance with the Mauritian National Coast Guard (NCG). This visit also highlighted …
Read MoreKhangchendzonga National Park Earns IUCN ‘Good’ Rating, Showcasing Sustainable Forest Management Why in the News ? The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has rated Khangchendzonga National Park as “Good” in its latest global review of natural World Heritage Sites. It is the only Indian site to receive a positive status, unlike the Western …
Read MoreCentre Clarifies Right to Vote and Voting Freedom in Context of Environmental Decision-Making Why in the News ? The Central government told the Supreme Court that the right to vote is a statutory right, distinct from the freedom of voting, which falls under Article 19(1)(a). The clarification came during a case challenging uncontested elections under …
Read MoreIsrael Declares Egypt Border Closed Military Zone Why in the News ? The Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has ordered the Israel-Egypt border to be designated a closed military zone to counter weapons smuggling via drones, a move linked to ongoing security threats from the Gaza conflict and regional tensions. This decision highlights the intersection …
Read MoreSupreme Court Mandates Written Grounds of Arrest Disclosure Why in the News ? The Supreme Court of India ruled that every arrested person must be provided with the grounds of arrest in writing and in a language they understand, within a reasonable time and at least two hours before being produced before a magistrate. This …
Read MoreVande Mataram: The Anthem of Bharat’s Awakening Syllabus: GS Paper – 1 Modern Indian History GS Paper – 2 Indian Constitution, Judgements & Cases Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his Mann Ki Baat address on October 26, announced year-long nationwide celebrations marking 150 years of Vande Mataram. This iconic hymn, composed …
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