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Why in the news? The Delhi High Court ruled that semen and ovum are considered property, allowing posthumous reproduction with consent, significantly impacting reproductive rights and bioethics in India. Key Judgement: The Delhi High Court ruled that semen and ovum samples are considered an individual’s “property” or “estate.” Justice Prathiba M Singh stated that if …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Human ResourceGovernment Policies & Interventions GS- 3: Skill DevelopmentGrowth & Development Focus: India’s focus on plugging the global skill gap has gained momentum through government-to-government agreements, enabling skilled migration. With countries like Israel, Japan, and Germany facing workforce shortages due to ageing populations, India is leveraging its vast human capital to meet global …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Indian Economy Why in the News? Despite heavy rains that caused supply disruptions and disruption in some sectors like paint and beverages, strong rural demand could keep utilities businesses running smoothly at the second half of the financial year. Introduction Consumer goods companies experienced steady growth in the September quarter, driven by …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A World War II bomb detonated at Miyazaki Airport, disrupting operations and cancelling over 80 flights, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti, highlighting ongoing concerns about unexploded ordnance in Japan. Incident Overview: A buried World War II-era bomb exploded near the runway of Miyazaki Airport in Japan on October 2, 2024. The explosion …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The ongoing Iran-Israel war is disrupting supply chains, increasing freight costs, and negatively impacting exports, posing significant challenges for India’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Impact of West Asia Conflict on Indian MSMEs: The escalating conflict between Iran and Israel poses challenges for India’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), …
Read MoreWhy in the news? North Bihar faces severe flooding annually, affecting over 15 lakh people, with geographic vulnerabilities and inadequate infrastructure exacerbating the situation amidst heavy rainfall and sedimentation issues. Flood Impact in North Bihar Approximately 76 lakh people are affected in 17 districts due to ongoing floods. North Bihar is described as “India’s most …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The UK agreed to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while maintaining control over the strategic Diego Garcia military base in a landmark deal. Strategic Importance of Diego Garcia: The Chagos Archipelago consists of 58 islands in the Indian Ocean, about 500 km south of the Maldives. Diego Garcia, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court declared caste-based prison labour assignments unconstitutional, emphasising prisoners’ right to dignity, equality, and banning manual scavenging in prisons across India. Violation of Fundamental Rights: The court highlighted that caste-based labour assignments, like reserving menial tasks such as cleaning for marginalised groups (SC, ST, DNT) and cooking for higher …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Cabinet approved classical language status for Marathi, Bengali, Assamese, Pali, and Prakrit. This decision fulfills a long-standing demand for Marathi’s classical status, pending since 2013, and aligns with the upcoming Maharashtra Assembly elections. The announcement for Bengali coincides with Durga Puja celebrations in West Bengal. Historical Context: India previously …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Planning ,Government Budgeting, Fiscal Policy ,Monetary Policy Focus: India’s services exports are on track to temporarily exceed goods exports, marking a significant shift in the country’s export landscape. This trend highlights the resilience and growth potential of the Indian services sector amidst global economic challenges. Current Export Trends: India’s goods exports fell in …
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