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Syllabus: GS 3: Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications Focus: Scientific conferences play a vital role in fostering discussions and disseminating research findings. In India, despite the standard academic meeting model, there is a growing need to adopt contemporary and inclusive practices that align with global trends. Source: Nstmis Outdated Frameworks in Indian Scientific …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 3 – Land reforms in India Why in the News? Land plays a central role in human activities, offering ecological, economic, social, and cultural services. However, the multi-dimensional importance of land is frequently disregarded in land management practices. This oversight contributes to increased pressure on land, leading to degradation and environmental decline. There …
Read MoreNews The 13th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO) commenced on a positive note in Abu Dhabi, marked by the inclusion of Comoros and Timor Leste on the opening day, symbolizing the organization’s growth as it nears its 30th anniversary; The conference brought forth crucial discussions on the future trajectory of the WTO, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), indicating a significant reduction in poverty to 5% nationwide. NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R. Subrahmanyam shared insights from the survey, highlighting the increasing prosperity in both rural and urban areas. About Poverty Reduction: NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R. Subrahmanyam highlighted that the latest NSSO consumer expenditure survey …
Read MoreWhy in the news? RBI instructs NPCI to consider Paytm’s request to operate as a Third-Party Application Provider (TPAP) for continued Unified Payments Interface (UPI) functionality. TPAP status is essential for providing UPI-based payment services to customers. source:fintra What is TPAP? TPAP refers to an entity offering UPI-compliant apps to end-users for facilitating UPI-based payment …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The latest Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) reveals a continuous decline in the portion of total spending allocated to food items among Indians. This shift in spending pattern is evident from a reduction in the share of foodgrains and sugar, with a notable increase in expenditure on animal and horticulture products. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The introduction of the Uttarakhand Public and Private Property Damage Recovery Bill is prompted by recent violent events, notably in Haldwani, where public and private properties were damaged during protests. This legislation aims to hold accountable those responsible for such damage, ensuring recovery of costs incurred. Key Provisions of the Bill: …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Recent discovery in Mudimanikyam village, Telangana, reveals its inclusion in the Badami Chalukya kingdom, despite its distance of 500 km from Badami, Karnataka. Mudimanikyam continued as a thriving community devoted to Hindu gods Vishnu and Shiva post the Chalukya rule in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. source:wordpress Highlighting Cosmopolitanism in Deccan: Uncovered …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Google paused Gemini’s ability to generate images due to inaccuracies. Generated images misrepresented historical figures and perpetuated stereotypes. Gemini faced criticism in India for labelling the Prime Minister of India as “fascist”. The Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology accused Gemini of violating Indian laws. source:chatelain About Google’s Response …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Red Sea crisis disrupts global supply chains; IMEC proposed an alternative. Indian shipments drop significantly due to threats,25% of Indian cargo ships withheld. About Red Sea Crisis and Impact on India: Red Sea Crisis: Entering fourth month, disrupting supply chains. Bab el-Mandab Strait crucial for global trade. Impact on India: …
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