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Why in the news? The Supreme Court directed courts and tribunals nationwide to provide inclusive sanitation facilities, including separate toilets for transgender persons, marking a historic step toward equality and addressing basic rights highlighted in a 2023 PIL. Landmark Directives by the Supreme Court: The Supreme Court of India mandated the provision of inclusive washroom …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS : Emerging technology Why in the News? Recently, India’s efforts to integrate AI into the military have gained attention, highlighting challenges such as scalability, systemic gaps, inter-industry silos, reliance on PSUs and the need for strategic direction. Introduction India is rapidly incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into its defense sector with the aim of …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Reports highlight: In 2023, alarming reports from Jharkhand and Odisha revealed that many households were removed from the Public Distribution System (PDS). State-wide issue: Bihar also faces PDS struggles, particularly among marginalized communities like the Musahars, exacerbated by the COVID-19 supply crisis. Challenges with PDS Access and Quality Exclusion of households: …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Security challenges and their management Technological advancement and research imperatives. Why in the News? China’s unveiling of two new stealth fighter jets and other high-technology platforms has underscored its technological supremacy. This highlights the widening gap between the People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) and the Indian Air Force (IAF), which continues …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests, Indian Diaspora. Focus: The appointment of Indian-origin Sriram Krishnan as an advisor to Donald Trump reignited debates among Trump supporters about the H-1B visa program. It has divided opinion on skilled immigration, particularly concerning its impact on U.S. workers and foreign professionals’ dominance …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 2- Judicial accountability, Supreme court , judges , impeachment Focus : The article explores the mechanisms for judicial accountability in India, emphasizing the difficulties in holding judges of the higher judiciary accountable. It examines the impeachment process, significant case studies like Justice V. Ramaswami and Justice Soumitra Sen, issues with the current …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s proposed 11,000 MW Upper Siang Hydropower Project in Arunachal Pradesh counters China’s 60,000 MW Yarlung Tsangpo dam. It addresses energy needs while considering ecological preservation and the cultural significance of the Adi Tribe in the region. Project Overview India plans to build the Upper Siang Hydropower Project on the Siang …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Wildlife Institute of India has launched the first-ever Fishing Cat Collaring Project at Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh. This initiative aims to study the species’ behavior and habitat, enhancing conservation efforts for the vulnerable Fishing Cat. Introduction to the Project The Wildlife Institute of India-Dehradun will launch India’s first Fishing …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Indian Army’s Gorkha Rifles departed for Nepal to participate in the 18th edition of Exercise Surya Kiran. This joint exercise enhances cooperation in jungle warfare, counter-terrorism, and disaster relief between Indian and Nepalese forces. Exercise Overview: Event: 18th edition of Exercise Surya Kiran. Duration: December 31, 2024, to January 13, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The H-1B visa program faces heated debates, with proponents like Vivek Ramaswamy advocating expansion, while critics, including Trump supporters, demand tighter restrictions, accusing it of displacing American workers and favoring foreign professionals. Purpose and Current Debate Around H-1B Visas: The H-1B visa program allows U.S. companies to employ foreign professionals for …
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