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Why in the News? Bharatiya Sakshya (BS) Bill, aimed at replacing the Indian Evidence Act of 1872, includes a provision barring courts from probing privileged communication between Ministers and the President. Source: Bar and Bench Legal Backing for Constitutional Provision The Constitution (Article 74(2)) already mentions this provision, and the government seeks to enforce it …
Read MoreWhy in the News? DAOs operate at the crossroads of blockchain technology and governance. Governed by smart contracts, they aim to create self-sustaining, community-driven entities. The legality and regulatory framework surrounding DAOs provoke ongoing debate. Genesis of DAOs DAOs are organisations encoded as computer programs transparently controlled by members. Operate without government influence, fostering trust …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Chief Minister Nitish Kumar-led Cabinet passed a resolution seeking Special Category Status (SCS) for Bihar. Grounded in findings from the “Bihar Caste-based Survey, 2022,” highlighting poverty concerns. Source: UGI Special Category Status (SCS) Definition: Classification by the Centre to aid development in States facing geographical or socio-economic disadvantages. Introduced in 1969, …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Union government has decided to rename existing Ayushman Bharat and Health Wellness Centres (AB-HWCs) as ‘Ayushman Arogya Mandir’ with the tagline ‘Arogyam Parmam Dhanam.’ States and Union Territories are urged to complete the rebranding process by the end of 2023 Source: Mint Healthcare Objectives: Ayushman Bharat centres, now Ayushman Arogya …
Read MoreUnveiling the Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023 Relevance: GS2 : Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Why in the News? Tunnel Collapse Silence and Media Shift On November 12, during Diwali celebrations, a tunnel collapse in Uttarakhand spotlighted concerns about environmental clearances and …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The first-ever Bengaluru Kambala, a traditional slush track buffalo race, commenced at the Palace Grounds. This unique sport, originating from coastal Karnataka, gained national attention through the 2022 blockbuster movie “Kantara.” Source: India Times Promotion and Conservation: The event aims to popularize Kambala among the urban population and advocates for the …
Read MoreWhy in News? The Supreme Court, in a 27-page judgment, emphasized that the rejection of a Bill by a Governor does not imply its termination. Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, on behalf of a three-judge Bench, clarified that a law proposed by a State legislature persists even if the Governor withholds assent. Options under Article 200: …
Read MoreWhy in the News? SEBI introduces a regulatory framework for Index Providers to enhance transparency and governance in financial benchmarks. The regulations focus on the registration of Index Providers licensing ‘Significant Indices’ based on objective criteria. AIF Investment and Custodianship SEBI amends rules for Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) to encourage compliance and bolster investor protection. …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? WHO and CDC report an 18% increase in measles cases and a 43% rise in deaths globally in 2022 compared to 2021. Estimated cases reach nine million, with 1,36,000 deaths, predominantly among children. Source: Otango daily News Understanding Measles Measles is a contagious airborne virus causing cough, runny nose, red …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Recent research by Annika Seppilä and others analyzed monthly and daily ozone changes from 2001 to 2022. Data exclusion for 2002 and 2019 revealed a persistent ozone reduction of 26% in the core of the ozone hole since 2004. Dynamical changes in the mesosphere, the atmospheric layer above the stratosphere, are …
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