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Antimatter Mystery: Cracking the Cosmic Puzzle Sub :Sci Sec: Space sector Why in News A recent study published in August 2024 explores the longstanding mystery of antimatter in the universe. By addressing gaps in the Standard Model of particle physics, the study proposes a new mechanism that could explain the observed matter-antimatter asymmetry, […]
Antibiotic Usage in Livestock Sub :Sci Sec: Health Why in News A recent report has highlighted that India used 114 mg of antibiotics per kilogram of meat in 2020, ranking 30th among 190 countries in antibiotic usage in livestock. This raises significant concerns about antibiotic resistance and its impact on public health and […]
Empowering Women Through Financial Literacy: Bima Sakhi Yojana Launched by PM Modi Sub : Scheme Sec: Eco Key Objectives of the Scheme Empowering Women: Targeted at women aged 18 to 70, with a minimum qualification of class 10 pass. Aims to economically empower women by training them as volunteer insurance agents. Increasing Financial […]
Cesses and Surcharges: A Complex Issue Raised by Arvind Panagariya Subject: Economy Section: Monetary Policy Key Points Discussed by Arvind Panagariya, Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission Cesses and Surcharges – A Contentious Issue The growing reliance of the Centre on cesses and surcharges has raised concerns among States. States’ Grievances: These levies […]
India’s steel expansion could hinder net zero emission goal, GEM says Sub : Env Sec : Climate change Context: India‘s plans to ramp up coal-powered steelmaking capacity could impede the country’s goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2070, Global Energy Monitor (GEM) said. Key Findings from the GEM Report: Coal-Driven Steel Expansion: India […]
What is the extent of the global share of solar energy? Sub : Geo Sec: Eco Geo Context: The World Solar Report 2024 by the International Solar Alliance (ISA) was released. Key highlights: Solar capacity grew from 1.22 GW in 2000 to 1,419 GW in 2023, achieving a 36% CAGR. Solar energy now […]
AI-Based Platform Revolutionizes Search for Age-Defying Molecules Sub : Sci Sec: Health Why in News Researchers from the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Delhi have developed AgeXtend, an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based platform. The platform accelerates the discovery of molecules with geroprotective properties (age-defying characteristics), marking a significant milestone in longevity research. AgeXtend: […]
Revisiting Human Migration: Insights from Saurashtra Fossils Sub: Polity Sec: legislation in news Why in News A recent study published in Quaternary Environments and Humans provides groundbreaking evidence challenging the coastal migration model of early human dispersal. Archaeological findings from Gujarat’s Saurashtra peninsula suggest inland routes played a crucial role in human migration. […]
Opposition Calls for Removal of Rajya Sabha Chairman Citing Alleged Bias Sub: Polity Sec: legislation in news Why in News The Opposition in the Rajya Sabha has initiated an unprecedented move to remove the Vice-President and Chairman of the Upper House, citing allegations of bias. This marks a significant political development, as such […]
Behind the great Indian Internet shutdown Sub: Polity Sec: legislation in news Context: Despite a Supreme court ruling, instances of internet shutdowns have continued to rise, making India the world leader in such disruptions. Instances of Internet restrictions in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana, often without timely publication of official orders, illustrate a […]