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US Probes Widespread Misuse of H-1B Visa Programme Why in the News ? The US Department of Labour (DOL) has launched 175 investigations under Project Firewall into alleged abuses of the H-1B visa programme, focusing on underpayment of foreign workers, violation of job protection norms, and non-compliance by employers to safeguard American jobs. Crackdown on …
Read MoreBrazil Launches Global Tropical Forest Conservation Fund Why in the News ? At the COP30 Leaders’ Summit, Brazil launched the Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) to financially incentivize countries for conserving tropical forests. Supported by 53 nations, the initiative aims to foster global partnerships for sustainable forest protection and climate resilience. Global Initiative for Forest …
Read MoreSupreme Court Orders Timely Victim Compensation by Courts Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has directed all trial courts across India to order victim compensation at the time of judgment, addressing delays caused by lack of judicial directions. The move aims to strengthen victims’ rights under Section 396 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita …
Read MoreIndia and Africa: Forging a Shared Strategic Future Syllabus: GS-2: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests ,India and its Neighbourhood ,Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in the News ? Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his Mann Ki Baat address on October 26, announced year-long nationwide celebrations …
Read MoreSupreme 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 …
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