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Why in the news? Dengue cases have surged globally, with over 12 million infections reported in 2024, driven by urbanisation, climate change, and increased movement of people, raising concerns in countries like India. Global Context: Record Cases: Over 12 million dengue cases reported globally in 2024, more than double last year’s total of 27 million. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Governor Gavin Newsom signed three bills to combat deep fakes in political advertising, aiming to enhance election integrity and address misinformation ahead of upcoming elections. California’s New Anti-Deepfake Legislation: California Governor Gavin Newsom signed three bills on September 18 to combat deep fake content in political ads, following a controversial deep …
Read MoreWhy in the news? EPFO added a record-breaking 19.94 lakh net members in July 2024, reflecting significant job growth and increasing female participation in India’s formal employment sector. Record EPFO Member Additions in July 2024: Net Additions: EPFO added 19.94 lakh members in July 2024, the highest since April 2018. Growth: This represents a 6.3% …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court ruled the 14-day timeline for granting prosecution sanctions under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) is mandatory. Both central and state governments must comply, or risk legal consequences, including quashing of criminal cases. Impact on National Security and Legal Accountability The court emphasised timely decision-making is crucial for …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Prime Minister addressed the ‘Summit of the Future’ in New York, themed “Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow.” The event saw participation from numerous global leaders. Key Highlights of the Address: The Prime Minister shared India’s vision for a sustainable future, representing one-sixth of humanity. He emphasised a human-centric approach …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Issues Related to Children ,Government Policies & Interventions Focus: The Supreme Court expanded the definition of child pornography possession, introducing stricter penalties for viewing, sharing, or failing to report such material under the POCSO Act. Supreme Court Ruling Overview: The Supreme Court of India has significantly expanded the definition of “possession” under child …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3 – Defence exports , International law , Indian values and ethics in international relations Why in News : The Supreme Court of India recently dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) that sought to halt defence exports to Israel, alleging war crimes in Gaza. Focus : The article examines India’s legal and ethical …
Read MoreSyllabus : GS 2 : India’s Bilateral and multilateral relations and its significance Developments involving India and affecting India’s relation. Focus: India-US relations are in focus due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the United States. This visit seeks to strengthen bilateral ties, discuss economic cooperation, counter China’s influence, and enhance strategic defense …
Read MoreWho is Anura Kumara Dissanayake? Is he Pro China or Pro India Elected as the 10th President of Srilanka who took oath today he regards Marxist revolutionary Che Guevara as one of his heroes, according to an Al Jazeera report. He is known for his pro-China leanings. Some of his public statements and decisions didn’t seem to …
Read MoreWhy in the news? New research reveals that Starlink satellites create significant radio noise, impairing astronomical observations and sparking urgent discussions about the need for regulatory measures on satellite emissions. About the Impact of Starlink Satellites on Astronomy: Interference with Observations: A study in Astronomy & Astrophysics reveals that Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites are disrupting …
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