01Mar 2024

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THE IMPORTANCE OF CREATING INDIA’S GENETIC MAP

Why in the news? India’s Genome India initiative, which recently announced the successful sequencing of 10,000 whole genomes of healthy individuals, is making headlines. source:reddit About Genome India Project Announcement and Progress: Genome India initiative: Sequenced 10,000 whole genomes of healthy individuals. Collaboration: Researchers from 20 institutes collected samples, sequenced genomes, stored data. Data storage: …

01Mar 2024

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INDIA, SOUTH AFRICA BLOCK INVESTMENT DEAL AT WTO

Why in the news? India and South Africa objected to including the China-inspired Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) pact in the agenda of the 13th Ministerial Conference (MC13) of the World Trade Organization (WTO). The IFD, backed by 123 countries, aims to facilitate investment for development, but it has not been ratified by all participating …

01Mar 2024

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INTERIM UNITY GOVT, COMMON VOTER LIST: LAW PANEL READIES REPORT ON SIMULTANEOUS POLLS

Why in the news? The Law Commission’s recommendations for simultaneous polls, common voter lists, and an interim unity government aim to streamline the electoral process and address governance challenges. source:researchgate Highlighting Law Commission’s Recommendations for Simultaneous Polls: The Law Commission proposes three key Constitutional amendments for simultaneous elections. 22nd Law Commission, led by ex-Karnataka High …

01Mar 2024

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THE ROCKY VISTA OF MEDICINAL CANNABIS THAT RESEARCH IS BRINGING INTO VIEW

Why in the news? Cannabis compounds are studied for treating schizophrenia, cannabis-use disorders, and bipolar depression. Clinical trials, like at the University of British Columbia, investigate CBD’s potential, hinting at innovative treatments. Source: HoneyHeaven Understanding the Cannabinoid System: Cannabis interacts with CB1 and CB2 receptors in the human cannabinoid system, impacting neurotransmitter release. Endocannabinoids naturally …

01Mar 2024

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NEPAL-INDIA OFFICIAL DIALOGUE SILENT ON LANDMARK PANCHESHWAR PROJECT

Why in the news? Despite a power-sharing agreement, Nepal and India’s dialogue didn’t advance the Pancheshwar Multipurpose Project (PMP). Its exclusion in recent talks raises concerns over bilateral relations. source:researchgate Highlighting Multilateral Projects between Nepal-India : Arun-3 Hydro Electric Project: Approved ₹1236 crore investment in 2019. International Centre for Buddhist Culture: India initiates construction in …

01Mar 2024

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ON IRREGULARITIES IN VERTICAL DEVOLUTION

Why in the news? Recent demonstrations by the Kerala and Karnataka administrations in New Delhi spotlight deficiencies in India’s fiscal federalism. The 16th Finance Commission must address historical shortcomings in vertical devolution by providing compensations to states. source:toi Key Recommendations of 15th Finance Commission: 15th Finance Commission recommends a 41% share of central taxes for …

01Mar 2024

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PM MODI INAUGURATES COUNTRY’S FIRST INDIGENOUS HYDROGEN FUEL CELL FERRY

Why in the news? PM Modi virtually inaugurated India’s first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell ferry, a 24m catamaran from Cochin Shipyard, boosting clean energy mobility. Key Features and Significance of hydrogen fuel cell ferry: The hydrogen fuel cell ferry boat showcases fully domestic technology, demonstrating potential for replication across the nation to facilitate urban mobility. …

01Mar 2024

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INDIA’S BATTLE AGAINST RARE DISEASES

Syllabus: GS 2: Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Why in the News? The recent tragic demise of 19-year-old actress Suhani Bhatnagar due to dermatomyositis, a rare inflammatory muscle disorder, underscores the challenges faced by individuals with rare diseases. This poignant incident coincided with Rare Disease Day, observed on …

29Feb 2024

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THE DRUMS OF US-CHINA CYBER WAR

Syllabus: GS 2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Focus: FBI Director Christopher Wray recently escalated the United States’ stance against China by highlighting the increased risk of Chinese cyberattacks. Source:- MSSP About Congressional Testimony Highlights Date of Testimony: January 31 Focus: Increased alert over Chinese hacking activities. …

29Feb 2024

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THE ECONOMIC CASE FOR INVESTING IN INDIA’S CHILDREN

Syllabus: GS 2: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Issues relating to poverty and hunger. Focus: India’s focus on leveraging its demographic dividend through education and job creation. Source:- Smile Foundation India’s focus on leveraging its demographic dividend through education and job creation underscores the necessity …

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