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Glycemic index of diets: importance beyond diabetes control Subject: Science and tech Sec: Health Glycemic Index (GI): The concept of the Glycemic Index (GI) was introduced by Prof. David Jenkins in 1981 to measure how different foods affect blood glucose levels. GI is a number from 0 to 100 assigned to a food, […]
IRDAI removes age bar for purchasing health insurance Subject: Economy Sec :Msc Context: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has removed the age limit for purchasing health insurance policies, with effect from April 1. Key changes: Earlier, there was an age limit of 65 years to buy new health insurance […]
Debt, fiscal challenges facing low-income countries worry IMF Subject: IR Sec: world history Context: Shareholders of the International Monetary Fund agreed on the importance of addressing challenges faced by low-income countries, many of which are facing unsustainable debt burdens. More on news: IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva said that the body is working on […]
Why are sugary processed foods harmful? Subject: Science and tech Sec: Health Why is it problematic to label malt-based, sugary milk products as ‘health’ drinks? Labeling malt-based, sugary milk products like Bournvita as ‘health’ drinks is problematic because they contain high levels of sugar, which can be misleading to consumers seeking healthy options. […]
Mauritius tightens over offshore funds Subject: Economy Sec :External Sector Increased Scrutiny: Mauritius imposes stricter scrutiny on offshore fund structures, leading to longer timelines and higher compliance burdens for India-focused funds. Recent amendments to the India-Mauritius tax treaty and tax notices from Indian authorities to Mauritius-based funds contribute to the tighter regulatory environment. […]
When a dead stream springs back to life after 30 years Subject: Geography Sec: Mapping Context: In the Marayur sandal division of Idukki, a stream that had been dormant for 30 years in a tribal area has been revived thanks to an eco-restoration project led by the Forest Department from 2021 to 2024. […]
Daily Prelims Notes 21 April 2024 Table Of Contents IRDAI removes age bar for purchasing health insurance Mauritius tightens over offshore funds When a dead stream springs back to life after 30 years Glycemic index of diets: importance beyond diabetes control Why are sugary processed foods harmful? UK’s India Gate to commemorate role […]
Daily Prelims Notes 20 April 2024 1. Fossils of massive prehistoric snake found in lignite mine in Gujarat Subject: History Sec: Art and Culture Context: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee have reported the discovery of fossils of one of the largest snakes that ever existed and likely lived […]
Daily Prelims Notes 19 April 2024 1. Report claims Nestle adds 2.7 g sugar in every serving of Cerelac in India: What does this mean for you? Subject: Science and tech Sec: Health Context: According to a report by a Swiss NGO, Public Eye and International Baby Food Action Network (IBFAN),Global food and […]
On India’s ‘heat action plans’ Subject: Geography Sec: Climatology Context: As summer approaches, India typically braces for heat alerts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This year, such alerts started unusually early, in February, with parts of northeast and western India already experiencing temperatures 3.1-5 degrees Celsius above normal. Heatwaves: The India Meteorological […]