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PM Modi Calls for a Global Digital Framework to Ensure Ethical Use of Technology

Event Overview: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) 2024 and the 8th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. He urged for a Global Digital Framework to Ensure Ethical Use of Technology (ITU). Both events highlight the growing importance of telecommunication and digital technology […]

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Wayanad’s New X-band Radar : A Comprehensive Overview

GS Paper 3: Science and Technology, Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology, Awareness in the field of IT, space, Disaster and disaster management Contents of Today’s Article: Definition and Functionality of Radar X-band Radar: Features and Significance Overview of India’s Radar Technology Conclusion Context: Following the catastrophic

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Sati System

Indian History: Reforms in the Sati System

Key Tags: GS Paper – 1 Important Personalities Social Empowerment Issues Related to Women Preliminary Focus: Commission of Sati (Prevention) Act, 1987 The practice of Sati, historical references including Bhanugupta, Eran Pillar Inscription, and notable figures such as Akbar, Guru Amar Das, and William Bentinck Issues related to infanticide and significant legislative measures like the

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Right to Information

Strengthening India’s Right to Information: Challenges and the Way Forward

This editorial draws on the article “Scuttling people’s right to information” from The Hindu, published on October 14, 2024. It highlights the systematic weakening of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, primarily through government inaction, biased appointments, and recent legal amendments. The editorial stresses the importance of addressing these challenges to maintain transparency and accountability

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Unveiling South Asia’s Past: A Genomic Study of Ancient Migration and Population History

GS Paper 1: Indian Culture, Ancient History GS Paper 3: Biotechnology, Indigenization of technology and developing new technology. Overview of Today’s Article: Why in the news? (Contextual Information) Explanation of Key Terms About the Study (Main Features, Expected Outcomes, Theories like Aryan Migration, Indigenous theory) Conclusion Why in the News? The Indian government has launched

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Global Hunger Index

India’s Struggle with Hunger: 2024 Global Hunger Index Highlights Urgent Need for Action

Why in the News? India’s ongoing battle with hunger and malnutrition has been highlighted in the 2024 Global Hunger Index (GHI), where the country ranks 105th out of 127 nations with a score of 27.3, placing it in the ‘serious’ category. Despite being one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, India lags behind many of its

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NCPCR

NCPCR Raises Concerns on Madrassas, Recommends Halting State Funding Over RTE Non-Compliance

Why in the News? The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) has voiced strong concerns about the functioning of madrassas and recommended halting state funding to these institutions unless they comply with the Right to Education (RTE) Act. This move has sparked discussions around the quality of education in madrassas and their adherence

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Fortified Rice

Extension of Free Fortified Rice Supply: Boosting Nutrition and Food Security in India

GS Paper 2: Government Policies and Interventions GS Paper 3: Agriculture, Economy What’s in today’s article? Why in News? What is Rice Fortification? About Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PM-GKAY) What is the National Food Security Act (NFSA)? Why in News? The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Modi, has approved the continued distribution

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Nobel Prize in Chemistry

Nobel Prize in Chemistry for Advancements in Protein Design and Structure

GS Paper 3: Science and Technology Why in the News? The 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to American scientist David Baker for his work on computational protein design, alongside Briton scientist Demis Hassabis and American scientist John Jumper for their contributions to protein structure prediction. This recognition follows last year’s award to

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National Agriculture Code

National Agriculture Code (NAC): A Comprehensive Framework for Standardizing India’s Agricultural Practices

GS Paper 3: Agriculture, Indian Economy Why in the News? The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is currently working on the development of the National Agriculture Code (NAC), a comprehensive initiative aimed at establishing standardised practices for the entire agricultural process. This ambitious code is inspired by the successful implementation of the National Building Code

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