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Mass bathing in Ganga aggravates anti-microbial resistance woes:  Context: Mass bathing in the Ganga during pilgrimages may be contributing to Anti-microbial resistance (AMR), say a government-commissioned report on the threat from AMR. Introduction: The government report – Scoping Report on Antimicrobial Resistance in India — made public on Wednesday  and cites compilation of all scientific… Continue reading Mass bathing in Ganga aggravates anti-microbial resistance woes: 

Nirmala flags Indian Ocean issues:  Context: India has expressed concern at the increased militarisation in the Indian Ocean. Concerns have also been raised against the extra-regional nations setting up a frequent presence in the region. International activities in the maritime domain:   China has set up or acquired stakes in a series of infrastructure facilities… Continue reading Nirmala flags Indian Ocean issues: 

India, Bhutan security indivisible: President: Context The President Ram Nath Kovind said that the security of India and Bhutan is “indivisible and mutual”, indicating a closer engagement between India and Bhutan. Token of Thanks The President conveyed deep appreciation for the King of Bhutan’s personal involvement and guidance and the support provided by Bhutan in… Continue reading India, Bhutan security indivisible: President:

Speed up trial of politicians, says SC:  Context: A Supreme Court bench directed the Centre to frame a scheme for setting up special courts exclusively to deal with criminal cases involving political persons. Why this scheme has been directed by SC? The effort has been initiated to cleanse politics of criminality and corruption. It takes… Continue reading Speed up trial of politicians, says SC: 

Doctors’ alliance: Discard letter opposing cap on prices of stents, orthopaedic implants Context: Scientific data suggests that so called innovative re-absorbable stents are in no way superior to the drug-eluting stents, which have a price cap, stated ADEH. Introduction: The Alliance of Doctors for Ethical Healthcare (ADEH), a nation-wide network of doctors in the country,… Continue reading Doctors’ alliance: Discard letter opposing cap on prices of stents, orthopaedic implants

Blackbuck conservation reserve to come up in U.P. Context A wildlife conservation reserve dedicated exclusively to the blackbuck is coming up over 126 hectares in the trans-Yamuna region of Allahabad in Uttar Pradesh. The State cabinet has approved a Blackbuck Conservation Reserve in the Meja forest division that is known for its rocky, undulating and… Continue reading Blackbuck conservation reserve to come up in U.P.

Gathering the tribe:  Context The Naga struggle for sovereignty which started a day before India’s Independence remains the most talked about issue yet. In the Naga mind, the promise of a better future without disturbing this irreplaceable past seems alarming. What are the major concerns? The Naga national workers are no longer in the prime… Continue reading Gathering the tribe: 

India offers to share real-time maritime data:  Context Indian Navy is hosting Navy and Maritime Chiefs of 10 countries of Indian ocean region (IOR) at the first goa maritime conclave (GMC) to identify common threats in the region and evolve a mechanism on how to tackle them. India has made an offer to share intelligence… Continue reading India offers to share real-time maritime data: 

Delhi LG cannot simply sit on files and stultify governance:  Context The five-judge Constitution Bench hearing a batch of nine appeals filed by the Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party government for complete control of all the matters regarding National Capital Territory of Delhi belonging to Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Delhi observed that the LG cannot… Continue reading Delhi LG cannot simply sit on files and stultify governance: 

Feeding India:  Context: According to the latest National Family Health Survey (NFHS 4)- there are 47.5 million stunted children in India out of 154.8 million globally. This is because of poor diet, poor healthcare and poor sanitation. India’s ranking on Global Hunger Index: India’s ranking in the International Food Policy Research Institute’s (IFPRI’s) 2017 Global… Continue reading Feeding India: