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India’s Maternal Health Crisis Syllabus GS 2: Health Why in the News? Recently, India reported a Maternal Mortality Ratio of 93 per 1 lakh live births (2019–21), highlighting the urgent need to address systemic gaps in maternal healthcare services. Introduction Despite progress in healthcare, maternal deaths continue to be a serious concern in India. According …
Read MoreTyphoon Danas Batters Taiwan, Causes Deaths, Injuries Why in the News ? Typhoon Danas struck Taiwan, causing severe damage, disruptions, and casualties. As it weakened into a tropical storm, it left 2 dead and over 500 injured, prompting massive transportation cancellations and warnings of continued heavy rain and strong winds. Human and Infrastructure Impact: Typhoon …
Read MoreUAE Launches Lifetime Golden Visa for Indians Why in the News ? The UAE government has launched a nomination-based golden visa scheme for Indians and Bangladeshis, offering lifetime residency for a fee of AED 100,000. The scheme removes previous investment requirements and simplifies the process for long-term settlement. What Has Changed for Indians? A new …
Read MoreRubin Observatory Begins Unveiling Universe’s Secrets Why in the News ? The Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile released its first test images, marking a major leap in astronomy. With the world’s largest digital camera, it will scan the entire southern sky, exploring dark matter, dark energy, and near-Earth objects. Technological Marvel of Rubin Observatory: …
Read MoreBonn Climate Talks Reveal Deep Divides Before COP30 Why in the News ? The Bonn Climate Conference 2025, a preparatory meeting for COP30 in Belém, Brazil, exposed sharp divisions on climate finance, adaptation metrics, and equity. Despite technical progress, deep political disagreements remain unresolved on funding, responsibility, and ambition levels. Divisions on Agenda, Finance, and …
Read MoreSupreme Court Revisits 1977 Ruling on EC Powers Why in the News ? During hearings on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, the Supreme Court referred to a 1977 judgment that cautioned against unchecked powers of the Election Commission under Article 324, stressing legal and fair conduct. Background of the Case …
Read MoreIndia Launches Digital Self-Enumeration Portal for Census Why in the News ? The Registrar General of India announced that a dedicated web portal will facilitate self-enumeration for the upcoming Census 2027, marking India’s first digital census. Data will be collected using mobile apps in multiple languages by enumerators and citizens alike. Key Features of the …
Read MoreOBC CERTIFICATES FOR SINGLE MOTHERS’ CHILDREN Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Governance and Social justice Why in the News ? The Supreme Court of India has agreed to hear a petition seeking OBC certification for children of single mothers, challenging Delhi’s current policy that restricts such certificates to paternal lineage. The case raises important questions …
Read MorePHENOME INDIA ‘NATIONAL BIOBANK’ INAUGURATED TO BOOST DISEASE RESEARCH Why in the News? Inauguration event: Dr. Jitendra Singh launched the Phenome India National Biobank in New Delhi. Research boost: Hosted by CSIR-IGIB, it will collect genomic, lifestyle, and clinical data from 10,000 individuals. Nationwide impact: Aims to support cohort-based research reflecting India’s ethnic, geographic, and …
Read MoreICMR TO DRAFT ANTI-OBESITY DIET PLAN FOR INDIANS Why in the News? Government directive: The Centre has tasked ICMR to prepare an anti-obesity diet plan for Indians. Alarming projections: Lancet projects India’s obese population will rise from 180 million (2021) to 449 million by 2050. Global burden: India will rank third globally in obesity burden …
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