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India’s Progress in Quantum Satellite Technology Sub : Sci Sec: Awareness in IT and Computer Why in News India is advancing rapidly in the field of quantum communication by preparing to launch its first quantum satellite. This move will place the country among an elite group capable of creating a hack-proof communication network. […]
US EPA announces final bans on manufacture, processing, & use of trichloroethylene & perchloroethylene Sub : Env Sec :Pollution Context: On December 9, 2024, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced new risk management rules for trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE) under the 2016 Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). These rules are considered […]
World Liquid Gas Association launches roadmap to expand access to clean cooking solutions across Africa Sub : Env Sec :Int Conventions Context: The World Liquid Gas Association (WLGA) has launched a roadmap to improve access to clean cooking solutions in Africa by increasing the availability of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). WLGA promotes LPG […]
Daily Prelims Notes 14 December 2024 Table Of Contents Sebi proposes allowing retail participation in algo trading Monitoring NCLT and NARCL Cases to Minimise Delays Maha Kumbh 2025 is ‘maha yagya of unity’, says PM in Prayagraj Added sugar in Nestle baby products complies with regulations: Nadda Addressing the Global Burden of Drowning: […]
Suspension of MFN Clause in India-Switzerland Tax Treaty Sub: Eco Sec: External sector Why in News The Swiss government has decided to suspend the Most Favoured Nation (MFN) clause under the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) with India. Background: The decision involved 11 petitions, including one filed by Nestlé, challenging the automatic applicability […]
Addressing the Global Burden of Drowning: Insights from WHO’s First Global Status Report Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why in News The World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever Global Status Report on Drowning Prevention at an event in Geneva. The report provides critical insights into the global burden of drowning, emphasizing the need […]
Added sugar in Nestle baby products complies with regulations: Nadda Sub : Sci Sec: Health Context: Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda clarified in the Lok Sabha that the added sugar in Nestle baby products complies with both Indian and global standards, as per the Food Safety and Standards (Foods for Infant Nutrition) […]
Maha Kumbh 2025 is ‘maha yagya of unity’, says PM in Prayagraj Sub: History Sec: Art and Culture Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the significance of the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, describing it as a “maha yagya of unity” that will elevate India’s spiritual and cultural identity. Prime Minister launched the […]
Monitoring NCLT and NARCL Cases to Minimise Delays Sub :Eco Sec: Monetary Policy Key Directives from the Finance Ministry Close Monitoring of NCLT and NARCL Cases: Banks have been instructed by the Finance Ministry to closely track cases involving: National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCL) Objective: To minimise […]
Sebi proposes allowing retail participation in algo trading Sub: Eco Sec :Capital Market What is Algo trading? Algo trading refers to orders generated using automated execution logic. Such trading provides significant advantages of timed and programmed order execution. Algorithmic trading in India Algorithmic trading was introduced and allowed in India in 2008 by […]