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India joins UN panel on data for official statistics Sub: IR Sec: Int Org Context: India has joined the UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics (UN CEBD). This was announced by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). As part of the committee, India will […]
Rising Anger Among Denotified Tribes: Stagnating Schemes and Classification Hurdles Sub: Schemes Sec: Tribes Context: – Denotified, Semi-Nomadic, and Nomadic Tribes face growing frustration as the SEED scheme struggles to take off, caste certificates are denied in 29 states, and the 2017 Idate Commission’s recommendations remain unimplemented. About DNTs/NTs/SNTs During British colonial rule […]
Fire Risks of Lithium-Ion Batteries in Aviation Sub: Sci Sec: Msc Why in News The International Federation of Air Line Pilots’ Associations (IFALPA) issued three position papers highlighting fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries. What is IFALPA? International Federation of Air Line Pilots’ Associations (IFALPA): A global non-profit representing professional pilots. Established after […]
CRISPR-Cas9 Gene Editing Sub: Sci Sec: Biotech Why in News The CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool has been at the forefront of ground breaking research, including advancements in agriculture, healthcare, and genetic engineering. What is Gene Editing? Gene editing involves altering the DNA sequence using specific enzymes to remove, add, or replace genetic material. The […]
IIT Roorkee Develops Bacterial Enzyme-Based Solution to Degrade Plasticizers Sub : Sci Sec: Msc Why in News Researchers at IIT Roorkee have developed a method using bacterial enzymes to degrade high molecular weight plasticizers like diethyl hexyl phthalate (DEHP). This breakthrough aims to combat the increasing environmental and health risks posed by plasticizers. […]
Centre allows Kerala to use SDRF funds for Wayanad Sub : Polity Sec: Msc Context: Centre permitted Kerala’s State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to use 120 crores which had been set apart for payment to defence department towards airlifting charges provided by centre, after the SDRF sought additional assistance specifically for Wayanad, as […]
Governor’s role in higher education Sub: Polity Sec: Executive Context: – Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar said the responsibility for higher education in the state lies with the Governor. It was in response to Kerala’s CM criticism of the new draft regulations of the UGC that place significant power in the hands of […]
2024: The Year Humanity Breached the 1.5°C Global Warming Limit Sub : Geo Sec: Climatology Why in News 2024 marked the first year when the mean global temperature exceeded the 1.5°C threshold above pre-industrial levels, according to data from the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). This event signifies a critical juncture in the […]
Honouring Southern Craftsmanship: President’s Special ‘At Home’ Invite Highlights India’s Heritage Sub : History Sec: Art and Culture Why in News This year’s Republic Day celebration marked the 75th anniversary of India’s formation as a republic. In a unique departure from tradition, President Draupadi Murmu introduced an innovative and symbolic gesture to honour […]
Congress slams Centre for ‘prioritising’ Pariksha Pe Charcha over scholarships Sub: Schemes Sec: Sci Context: The Congress party sharply criticized the Narendra Modi government following a report that the Union government had stopped the National Talent Search Examination (NTSE), a scholarship program for meritorious students. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accused the government of […]