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Syllabus: GS 2: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights. Sources:- Hindu Focus: Miraculous weight loss injections featuring a drug known as Semaglutide. In recent months, the Indian media has been awash with stories of miraculous weight loss injections featuring a drug known as …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein. Sources:- Hindu Focus: Chandigarh’s Municipal Corporation illuminate several challenges facing local democracy. Local democracy in India, which encompasses the fair administration of elections, …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Focus: Globally, men are likely to transition to green jobs faster than women. Source:- IE The transition to low-carbon development presents an opportunity to create approximately 35 million green jobs in India by 2047, according to the International …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Google delists Indian apps over platform fee disputes, sparking legal battles and regulatory intervention, highlighting ongoing tensions between tech firms. The core of the issue lies in Google’s platform fees, which range from 11% to 30% for in-app purchases of digital services. source:indiatoday About Google’s Delisting of Indian Apps: On March …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India asserts sovereignty in the Indian Ocean, ensuring no hegemony. Rajnath Singh highlights the Navy’s role, amid concerns over China’s expansion. source:wordpress About the Rajnath Singh’s Assertion: Commitment to Prevent Hegemony: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized India’s commitment to preventing hegemony in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Rule-based Maritime Order: India …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India engages in FTA talks with the EU, focusing on eliminating non-tariff barriers in key sectors like pharma and agriculture. Highlightings of the Objective of Negotiations: Indian negotiators aim to address non-tariff barriers (NTBs) in various sectors during free trade agreement (FTA) talks with the European Union (EU). Sectors such as …
Read MoreWhy in the news? METHANESAT, a satellite launched by the Environmental Defense Fund, aims to track methane emissions globally. It addresses challenges in emission monitoring and provides real-time data for informed decision-making. source:extremetech About MethaneSAT: Developed by the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), MethaneSAT is a satellite aimed at global methane emissions monitoring. It orbits the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Maldives signs military pact with China, opting for free military assistance, as India withdraws troops amid diplomatic shifts. About Maldives-China Defense Pact: Maldives signed a military pact with China for free military assistance. Defence Minister Mohamed Maumoon and China’s Major General Zhang Baoqun signed the agreement. Aims to strengthen bilateral ties …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Maharashtra Assembly passed a 10% reservation Bill for Marathas in education and government jobs, facing scrutiny for judicial compliance. Key Features of the Bill: Bill does not affect the existing OBC quota; non-Kunbi Marathas are eligible under the new law. Based on a report by Justice (retired) Sunil B Shukre-led commission, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The NSSO released the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey 2022-23, providing insights into spending patterns and economic trends in India. Highlights of Recent Household Consumption Expenditure Survey: Poverty Reduction: Recent survey indicates a 5% poverty rate, as per NITI Aayog’s assessment. Findings from the previous survey (2017-18) were not released due to …
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