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Why in the news? The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee kept interest rates unchanged to address rising retail inflation, driven by escalating food prices, impacting consumer confidence and economic stability. source:paisabazaar About RBI Maintains Interest Rates Amid Persistent Inflation: Monetary Policy Decision: The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decided to keep benchmark interest rates unchanged for …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Indian Constitution—Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments. Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections of the population by the Centre and States. Why in the News? The Supreme Court’s recent judgment on the sub-classification of Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) has sparked widespread debate. The ruling allows for differentiation within these categories to …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications and Effects in Everyday Life. Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Why in the News? India’s recent launch of the Global Biofuels Alliance underscores its commitment to promoting sustainable energy solutions. This initiative, coupled with the push for increased ethanol blending under the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? By splitting the SC/ST reservation quotas, the recent SC judgment may ultimately serve the interests of those seeking to exploit the fragmentation of these groups. In a country marked by glaring and inhumane inequalities, it is peculiar that only the alleged inequality within the most vulnerable group — the Dalit community …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-1– Displacement , refugees , gender angle to it , Empowerment of vulnerable communities Focus : This article delves into the gendered nature of displacement, highlighting the disproportionate challenges faced by refugee women, particularly those with disabilities. It examines the systemic gaps in legal and policy frameworks in India, the barriers to accessing mental …
Read MoreRelevance GS 1 – Indian Society GS 2 – Governance Focus The article critically evaluates the repercussions of postponing the Indian decadal census. It emphasizes the necessity of the Census in providing comprehensive demographic data, as well as the consequences of its absence for government, policymaking, and social justice. Context A rising number of people …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The WHO’s updated priority pathogens list includes over 30 threats, highlighting ongoing global health concerns. Recent outbreaks of Nipah and Zika underscore the need for enhanced surveillance. source:medium WHO’s Priority Pathogens List: Global Health Update: COVID-19 remains a concern with recent reports of over 40 athletes testing positive at the 2024 …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Home Ministry updated the CAA rules to broaden acceptable documents for proving foreign origin and added flexibility in certification, impacting citizenship applications for certain non-Muslim migrants. source:slideshare Union Government Amends CAA Guidelines: Key Changes: Document Requirements: The Union Home Ministry has updated the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), 2019 rules, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? NASA is considering using SpaceX to return astronauts from the ISS due to safety concerns with Boeing’s Starliner. A decision is expected soon amid technical issues with the spacecraft. About NASA’s Contingency Plan for Starliner Astronauts: Possible SpaceX Backup: NASA is considering using SpaceX to return astronauts currently aboard Boeing’s Starliner …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Madras High Court overturned a rape conviction due to overreliance on DNA evidence, highlighting its limitations and the need for corroborative evidence in criminal cases. source:wikimedia About DNA Profiling and Its Legal Implications: Court Case and Judgment: Recent Ruling: The Madras High Court overturned a rape conviction, finding that reliance …
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