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Tired of spam or fraud calls? File a complaint on Subject: Science and tech Section: Awareness in IT Chakshu platform: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced Chakshu, an online platform for telecom users to report suspected fraud or spam callers, accessible via sancharsaathi.gov.in/sfc. Details: This initiative aims to empower citizens to report […]
GI recognition for Narasapur crochet lace craft revives hopes of struggling artisan Subject: History Section: Art and Culture Context: The Narasapur crochet lace craft from the Godavari region of Andhra Pradesh has been awarded the Geographical Indications (GI) tag, revitalizing this traditional craft. Details: Conferred by the Department of Promotion of Industry and […]
Immunity won’t protect legislators taking bribes to vote in Parliament from criminal prosecution: Supreme Court Subject: Polity Section: Parliament Context: The Supreme Court of India, led by a seven-judge Bench, delivered a unanimous decision stating that parliamentary privilege or immunity does not shield legislators from criminal prosecution for bribery related to voting or […]
Scrutiny on De Minimis Trade Rule: Impact on Online Shopping and U.S. Economy Subject: Economy Section: External Sector The de minimis exception, a trade rule allowing duty-free entry of parcels under $800 per person per day, is under intense scrutiny as it shapes the landscape of online shopping and raises concerns about its […]
Indian Start-ups Urge CCI to Intervene in Google App Removal Dispute Subject: Economy Section: National Income A group representing Indian start-ups has taken its battle against Google to the Competition Commission of India (CCI), requesting the regulator to mandate the reinstatement of apps removed by Google for alleged policy violations. This move marks […]
RBI Tasks NPCI Bharat BillPay Ltd. for Interoperable Internet Banking System Subject: Economy Section: Monetary Policy The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has taken steps to accelerate the settlement of funds for merchants by directing NPCI Bharat BillPay Ltd. (NBBL) to implement an interoperable system for Internet Banking. RBI emphasizes the benefits it […]
Daily Prelims Notes 4 March 2024 Table Of Contents National dam panel to examine Kaleshwaram project on March 6 In snake genes, study finds they evolved 3x faster than other reptiles Resonance: a tendency to move in step Significance of Lab-Grown Diamonds in Power Electronics Newly Permitted Commodities for Derivatives Trading by MoF […]
Why obesity, undernutrition high in India: what a Lancet study says Subject: Science and tech Section: Health Context: Recently, Lancet published a study which says India has become one of the countries with a high “double burden”. Details: As per the study, India has seen a constant increase in obesity levels both in […]
Cuttack Rupa Tarakasi, Banglar muslin get GI tag Subject: History Section: Art and Culture Context: The famous Cuttack Rupa Tarakasi (Silver Filigree) has been given the Geographical Indication (GI) tag by the Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai. More on news: Narasapur crochet lace products and Kutch rogan craft are among those given the […]
Newly Permitted Commodities for Derivatives Trading by MoF Subject: Economy Section: Financial Market Recently, derivatives trading in 11 additional commodities, has been allowed by Finance Ministry, based on the recommendation from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Skimmed Milk Powder Cement Apple Bamboo Timber Weather Freight White Butter Cashew Metal Alloys […]