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Punjab and Haryana Dispute Over New Assembly Building in Chandigarh Sub : Polity Sec : Federalism Why in News The long-standing conflict between Punjab and Haryana over the shared capital, Chandigarh, has resurfaced due to recent developments involving the construction of a new Assembly building for Haryana in the Union Territory. Background: Chandigarh […]
The challenges to Brazil’s plans for taxing the world’s richest people Sub : IR Sec: Grouping Context: Brazil hosting the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro and aims to advance a proposal to tax the world’s wealthiest billionaires. The proposal has been met with resistance, particularly from the US and Germany, but has […]
In ‘life certificate’ month, how Govt’s Jeevan Pramaan has been faring Sub : Schemes Sec: Governance Context: Every November, retirees from various sectors, including government services must submit a life certificate to continue receiving their pensions. Since 2014, the government introduced a digital alternative to this process known as Jeevan Pramaan or Digital […]
Trump targets ‘wokeness’ in schools, vows to use federal funds as leverage Sub : IR Sec: Governance Context: Donald Trump’s education plan centres around a strong opposition to what he perceives as “wokeness” and “left-wing indoctrination” in American schools. He seeks to reshape the educational landscape by focusing on policies that promote conservative […]
India’s Stance at COP-29: Climate Finance Should Not Be an Investment Goal Sub : Env Sec: Int conventions Why in News India has made a significant statement at the ongoing COP-29 negotiations in Baku, Azerbaijan. During the discussions, India emphasized that climate finance should not be viewed as an “investment goal” by developed […]
India Opposes Trade Barriers Linked to Carbon Emissions at COP-29 Sub : Env Sec: Int conventions Why in News India has expressed strong opposition to what it calls “protectionist” trade barriers tied to carbon emissions at the ongoing climate negotiations in Baku, Azerbaijan. This stance comes in response to the increasing global trend […]
Daily Prelims Notes 15 November 2024 Table Of Contents COP29: BASIC countries ask rich nations to honour commitments for climate finance rather than ‘diluting obligations’ Tajikistan lost 1000 glaciers in 3 decades: Minister Corals in crises: Almost half of all species at risk of extinction, finds IUCN Iran tells UN nuclear chief it […]
The Discovery of Insulin and the Eternal Flame of Hope Sub: Sci Sec : Health Why in News World Diabetes Day, observed on November 14 each year, commemorates the birth anniversary of Sir Frederick Banting, the co-discoverer of insulin. This date is a tribute to one of the most significant medical discoveries that […]
Concerns over Online Drug Delivery through Food Delivery Platforms Sub: Env Sec : Env legislation Why in News A recent initiative in Bengaluru to deliver medicines through a food delivery platform has raised serious concerns about patient safety and regulatory compliance. The move has sparked objections from pharmacists and doctors who highlight the […]
Simplified Environmental Compliance for 39 Industries: A Step Towards ‘Ease of Doing Business’ Sub: Env Sec : Env legislation and organisation Why in News The Union Ministry of Environment has recently introduced significant reforms in the environmental regulatory framework. The Ministry has exempted 39 categories of industries from the mandatory requirement of dual […]