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Why in the news? The article explores the concept of the “blue moon,” examining its scientific and cultural significance. Key Details Blue Moon Definition: The term “blue moon” usually refers to the second full moon in a calendar month. However, the word can also refer to the unusual event in which the moon appears bluish …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) fined Sriram’s IAS coaching institute ₹3 lakh for publishing a misleading advertisement. Key Details The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA): It was established by the Consumer Protection Act of 2019 to defend consumer rights, combat unfair trade practices, and regulate deceptive ads. The CCPA has …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Jharkhand Hemant Soren, Chief Minister of Jharkhand, introduced the Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Maiyan Samman Yojana (JMMSY), which provides a monthly ₹1,000 help to women aged 21 to 50 from poor families. Key Details Scheme Details: JMMSY seeks to empower women by giving direct financial assistance to meet their fundamental needs. This policy …
Read MoreRelevance GS 3: Science and Technology – Implications of Digital Interfaces GS 2: Governance – Consumer Protection, Ethical Standards in Advertising Focus The article emphasizes how misleading “dark patterns” in digital decision architecture, especially in online user interfaces, are a growing source of worry. These patterns pose moral dilemmas for marketers and designers because they …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Government Policies and intervensions. Why in the News? India’s path to becoming Viksit Bharat by 2047 involves addressing agricultural challenges, including improving R&D, irrigation, and value chains, while learning from China’s reforms to ensure food and nutritional security. Source: Indian Express Introduction As India celebrates its 78th Independence Day, achieving the vision …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Welfare schemes for vulnerable section of the society. Why in the News? The Karnataka government’s proposed ‘quota-for-local’ Bill raises concerns about the impact on migrant workers in the gig sector, highlighting potential exploitation and challenges in accessing social security. Source: India Today Introduction Migration has reshaped Karnataka’s gig economy, with many workers …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Mahananda River. The Mahananda River, originating from the Darjeeling Hills in West Bengal, flows through West Bengal, Bihar and Bangladesh, and covers approximately 360 km. It supports agriculture, particularly paddy, wheat, and jute cultivation. About Mahananda River The Mahananda River joins the Ganges River in Bangladesh, with the confluence occurring near …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary. Located between Sultanganj To Kahalgaon in Bihar’s Bhagalpur district, is India’s only dolphin sanctuary dedicated to protecting the endangered Ganga River Dolphin. Source : India Tours ABOUT THE VIKRAMSHILA GANGETIC DOLPHIN SANCTUARY : Established in 1991, it spans approximately 50 km along the Ganga River. The …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Indus water treaty 1960 brokered by the World Bank allocates the Indus rivers water between India and Pakistan. India controls the eastern Rivers Beas, Chenab and Ravi when Pakistan manages the Western rivers Indus, Jhelum, Sutlej. Source: DICS About THE INDUS WATER TREATY : The treaty with provisions for dispute …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV), marking the end of its development project. Key Details SSLV: Designed to place payloads up to 500 kg into low-Earth orbit, the SSLV is a three-stage launch vehicle. It has a velocity trimming module (VTM) that …
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