21Mar 2024

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INDIA’S ‘PROTECTED’ BASMATI VARIETIES RENAMED & CULTIVATED IN PAK, IARI DEMANDS LEGAL ACTION

Why in the news? India’s basmati rice varieties are cultivated in Pakistan illegally, causing concern for Indian Agricultural Research Institute. About IARI’s Concerns: The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) raises alarm over the illegal cultivation of Indian basmati varieties in Pakistan. Director A K Singh urges legal action against Pakistani seed firms to safeguard Indian …

21Mar 2024

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SMALL-SCALE LNG, A BIG IDEA

Why in the news? India’s first SSLNG unit inaugurated by Petroleum Minister Puri at GAIL’s Vijaipur complex, marking a milestone in LNG technology. source:energier About the SSLNG Significance: Offers cleaner, cost-effective alternatives to diesel, vital for reducing import dependency and promoting green energy. Overcomes challenges of pipeline connectivity, enabling LNG utilisation in remote areas and …

21Mar 2024

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CCI DISMISSES PLEAS AGAINST GOOGLE’S NEW PLAY STORE FEE POLICY

Why in the news? CCI dismisses petitions against Google’s Play Store fee policy, rejecting claims of anti-competitive behaviour by Indian app companies. source:slideserve About the Regulatory Decision: Competition Commission of India (CCI) rejects four petitions filed by Indian app companies against Google’s new Play Store billing policy. Policy imposes charges ranging from 11% to 26% …

21Mar 2024

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DON’T USE COUNSELLING TO TURN LGBTQ PERSONS AGAINST THEIR IDENTITY, SAYS SC

Why in the news? Supreme Court cautions against using counselling to coerce LGBTQ+ individuals, emphasising affirmation of identity and autonomy. About Supreme Court Caution: Identity Affirmation: SC warns against using counselling to coerce LGBTQ+ individuals to reject their sexual orientation. Judicial Approach: Judges advised to show empathy, refrain from imposing personal biases or societal norms …

21Mar 2024

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IMF TO RELEASE $1.1 BN FROM BAILOUT FUND TO PAKISTAN

Why in the news? IMF agrees to release $1.1 billion to Pakistan from the bailout fund, citing improved economic position, pending board approval. About Agreement Reached: Pakistan and the IMF have reached a preliminary agreement for the release of $1.1 billion from a $3 billion bailout fund. Talks between the IMF and Pakistan’s government led …

21Mar 2024

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BPCL, BP SAID TO INK 4-MONTH U.S. OIL DEAL

Why in the news? BPCL signs 4-month deal with BP for 1 million barrels/month of U.S. WTI crude; expects increased refining in upcoming fiscal. source:Quizlet About BPCL’s U.S. Oil Deal: Bharat Petroleum Corp. (BPCL) has reportedly signed a four-month agreement with BP to purchase 1 million barrels per month of U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) …

21Mar 2024

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NREGA WAGES

Why in the news? MGNREGS wages rise by 5-6% nationwide. Parliamentary committee urges prompt increase, emphasising benefit for MGNREGA workers. About Parliamentary Committee’s Recommendation: A Parliamentary standing committee recently suggested the Centre review and decide on a suitable increase in wage rates under MGNREGA. The committee emphasised the necessity for wage hikes, echoing sentiments from …

21Mar 2024

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GOVT DEFENDS MOVE TO DROP CJI FROM PANEL TO PICK ECS POST.

Why in the news? Exclusion of Chief Justice of India from panel selecting Election Commissioners sparks controversy over EC appointment process. About the Government’s Defense: Government defends decision to exclude Chief Justice of India (CJI) from panel selecting Election Commissioners (ECs). Argues that EC’s independence doesn’t stem from judicial member presence. Rejects NGO’s claim of …

21Mar 2024

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NASA CRAFT THAT DIVERTED SPACE ROCK ALSO DENTED IT

Why in the news? NASA’s DART spacecraft collision with asteroid Dimorphous altered its shape and orbital path, demonstrating celestial object trajectory alteration. source:thehindu About the Changes Observed: Before the DART encounter, Dimorphous resembled a plump-waisted ball, but post-impact, it transformed into a shape akin to a watermelon, termed a triaxial ellipsoid. Dimorphous, being a loosely …

21Mar 2024

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DATA MARKETPLACES: THE NEXT FRONTIER

Syllabus: GS 3: Indian Economy and issues Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications GS 2: E-governance- applications. Why in the news? Data marketplaces and governance reforms spotlighted to harness data’s potential, addressing regulatory gaps and fostering economic growth. source:thinkdata Understanding The Significance of Data in India’s Economic Growth A NASSCOM report suggests that …

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