Daily Prelims Notes 26 October 2023 Table Of Contents NCF sub group suggestion to change India to Bharat not there in final documents Contours of joint theatre commands ready What happens now in Mahua Moitra cash-for-query case SC to Judges to follow roster, taking unassigned cases gross impropriety Russia passes law to withdraw […]
Nipah virus antibody in bat Subject : Science and Tech Section: Health Context: Kerala will intensify the disease surveillance activities and maintain vigil against Nipah as Nipah virus antibodies have been detected in bats in Wayanad as well in Indian Council of Medical Research’s bat surveillance studies. About Nipah virus (NiV): It is […]
The legality of using white phosphorus Subject: IR Section: International Conventions Context: Human Rights Watch recently accused Israel of using white phosphorus munitions in Gaza, raising concerns about the potential risks posed to civilians. About White Phosphorus: It is a pyrophoric that ignites when exposed to oxygen, producing thick, light smoke alongside an […]
India won’t meet UN targets to reduce premature mortality from major non-communicable diseases: ICMR-NCDIR Subject: Science and Tech Section: Health Context: India will likely miss reaching targets set by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations-mandated Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) to reduce premature deaths from four major Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD), according […]
Action initiated against Kannada filmstars, godmen for wearing tiger claw pendants Subject: Environment Section: Environmental legislation Context: Authorities in Karnataka have initiated action against four Kannada film actors and two self-proclaimed godmen who have openly flouted the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 by wearing tiger claw lockets around their necks. Details: Following the […]