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Syllabus: GS 2: India and its Neighbourhood- Relations. Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora. Why in the News? The sudden death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash has sparked significant political and regional implications, raising questions about succession, stability, and foreign influence in …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Russia announces capturing Bilogorivka village, a significant stronghold in eastern Luhansk region under Ukrainian control. Moscow’s efforts align with its 2022 annexation claim of Luhansk, highlighting strategic objectives in the ongoing conflict. About Luhansk region: Location: Easternmost Ukrainian oblast bordering Russia. Established in 1938, it has a long and complex history. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Serum Institute of India (SII) dispatched the first set of R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine doses to Africa, marking a significant advancement in healthcare accessibility for the continent. source:scribd About R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine: Development and Approval: The R21/Matrix-M vaccine, developed by the University of Oxford and the Serum Institute of India, received …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court waived off interest on income tax dues for telecom service providers like Bharti Airtel, Reliance, and Vodafone Idea. The waiver stemmed from a judgment on October 16, 2023, declaring telecom license fees as “capital in nature”. The Bench considered the Telecom Policy from 1999 and the lapse of …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Ravneet Kaur, Competition Commission of India(CCI) Chairperson, urges regulatory adaptability for digital market competition. Emphasizes the need for innovative analytical tools suited to the digital landscape. Aims to tackle challenges like “algorithmic collusion”. Key Points about “algorithmic collusion”: Algorithmic collusion involves using algorithms or computer programs to manipulate market behavior. It …
Read MoreWhy in the news? As the CISF assumes security responsibilities in most areas of Parliament, concerns arise regarding the fate of the unarmed Parliament Security Service (PSS) unit, in operation since 1950. About the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF): Established after Justice Mukherjee Commission’s recommendation, CISF was founded by an Act of Parliament on March …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Spices Board conducts inspections at MDH, Everest to enhance compliance. Ethylene oxide in spices prompts recalls due to health risks. source:slideserve About The Spices Board of India: The Spices Board of India, established in 1987 under the Spices Board Act 1986, falls under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. It is …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Hindu petitioners argue that the Places of Worship Act of 1991 applies solely to undisputed structures, not to disputed ones like the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahidah dispute in Mathura. source:toi About the Places of Worship Act of 1991: Purpose: The Places of Worship Act of 1991 aims to prevent the conversion of places …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Central government directs states to link health records to Ayushman Bharat Health Account IDs for maximizing benefits. Over 618 million ABHA IDs created, but states face challenges in achieving 100% compliance, hindering access to digital health records and services. source:timesnow About Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA): A unique 14-digit number for …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Philippines accused Chinese fishermen of causing a massive loss of giant clams at Scarborough Shoal, a disputed area in the South China Sea. The Philippines called for an international inquiry into the environmental damage. About Scarborough Shoal: Historical Origin: Named after a British ship grounded there centuries ago. Geographical Location: …
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