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12Nov 2024

Carbon Credit and upcoming COP-29

Syllabus: 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 …

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11Nov 2024

Declining Health Spending Risks Achieving SDG Targets

Why 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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11Nov 2024

Mpox Clade Ia Evolves for Human-to-Human Spread

Why in the news? A new study shows that mpox clade Ia has evolved to transmit between humans, raising concerns over its spread and response to antiviral treatments and vaccines. Overview of Recent Study on Mpox Evolution: The WHO declared mpox a public health emergency in 2022-2023. Mpox has been a concern since the eradication …

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11Nov 2024

Supreme Court Revisits Private Property Rights for Public Welfare

Why in the news? The Supreme Court clarified the status of Article 31C and reinterpreted Article 39(b), marking a shift in how the Court views state acquisition of private property. Background and Key Legal Questions: Landmark Ruling: The Supreme Court recently delivered a significant ruling in the Property Owners Association v. State of Maharashtra case, …

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11Nov 2024

France Evaluates India’s Pinaka Rocket System for Acquisition

Why in the news? France is assessing India’s Pinaka rocket system for its military needs, considering its capabilities as part of a broader review of artillery options amid increased defence cooperation. About France’s Interest in India’s Pinaka Rocket System: France is considering India’s Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launch system (MBRL) as part of its search for …

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11Nov 2024

Tamil Nadu’s Wind Repowering Policy Faces Industry Opposition

Why in the news? Tamil Nadu’s new 2024 policy on repowering ageing wind turbines has faced opposition from wind energy generators, who argue it lacks financial incentives and field support for effective implementation. About Wind Energy Capacity and Potential in India: India has a substantial wind energy potential of 1,163.86 GW at 150 metres above …

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11Nov 2024

INS Vela Visits Colombo for Operational Turnaround

Why in the news? Indian Navy’s INS Vela submarine arrived in Colombo for a three-day operational turnaround, reinforcing maritime cooperation between India and Sri Lanka under the ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy. About the Visit Details and Purpose: Indian Navy’s submarine INS Vela arrived in Colombo on a three-day visit. The submarine received a ceremonial welcome by …

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11Nov 2024

Small Molecular Reactor (SMR) : Push for Clean Energy

Syllabus:  GS 2: Science and technology – Development and its application in everyday live. Life Science Why in the News? India’s focus on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) aligns with its sustainable energy goals, offering a flexible, low-carbon nuclear solution. Recent government interest highlights SMRs’ potential for safely addressing India’s energy needs while supporting its climate …

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11Nov 2024

Revaluing Care Work: Integrating Care And Consumer Economics

Syllabus: GS-2: Salient Features of Indian Society , Role of  Women Focus: The recent UN International Day of Care highlighted the growing recognition of caregiving’s importance. As societal and economic demands increase, there’s a need to reimagine how care work is valued and integrated into policy, especially as gender and economic inequalities persist. Understanding the …

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09Nov 2024

Redefining Minority Rights

Syllabus: GS – 2 – Minority status in India, welfare of minority communities Focus : The article discusses the recent Supreme Court ruling expanding the rights and protections of minority institutions, using Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) as a focal point. It highlights the evolving jurisprudence on minority rights in India, particularly Article 30 of the …

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