Source: The Hindu Relevance: This article explains the advantages and disadvantages associated with Sero surveys Synopsis: Though Sero Surveys are useful in detecting the prevalence of antibodies, frequent surveys are expensive and futile Introduction: A sero surveillance ascertains the prevalence of past infectious disease in a population; In Covid cases, it helps to detect whether anti-bodies… Continue reading A surfeit of sero surveys
Author: Durai
Fourth evacuation from Kabul since 1992 & The legal challenges in recognising the Taliban
Source: The Hindu(Article 1, Article2, Article 3, Article 4, and Article 5) and The Indian Express Relevance: This article explains the recent developments in Afghanistan. Synopsis: After the rise of the Taliban, Countries around the globe are in dilemma over recognizing the Taliban. Introduction Recognition of governments under international law is vital for several reasons.… Continue reading Fourth evacuation from Kabul since 1992 & The legal challenges in recognising the Taliban
Kabul Echoes In Lucknow
Source: Times of India Synopsis: India needs to reject Islamophobia and has to assert liberal democracy in every aspect of life. Introduction: Recently, India witnessed widespread Islamophobia. This is evident from the instances like Cattle slaughter rules, the love jihad law and vigilante attacks on interfaith couples, anti-conversion campaigns, etc. This is because the… Continue reading Kabul Echoes In Lucknow
On India’s population, let the data speak
Source: The Indian Expres Relevance: Population control measures have to be rational and focus on the welfare-based approach Synopsis: Focusing on the education and empowerment of women can help states to achieve desired fertility rates. Introduction The recently released empirical data from the National Family Health Survey 2019-20 (NFHS-5) for 22 states and Union territories… Continue reading On India’s population, let the data speak
Modi, Putin discuss Afghanistan; India flags terror concern at BRICS, UNHRC
Source: The Hindu and Indian Express About the news: Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed charting out a “coordinated” strategy in Afghanistan. Similarly, National Security Advisers (NSA) from the five BRICS countries met virtually to discuss developments in Afghanistan with a focus on combating terrorism. India also expressed its opinion… Continue reading Modi, Putin discuss Afghanistan; India flags terror concern at BRICS, UNHRC
Immune cells isolated in sea corals, anemones for the 1st time
Source: Down To Earth About the news: A new study has identified for the first time that specialised immune cells (phagocytic cells) exist in certain varieties of sea corals and anemones. These cells help understand how the organisms protect themselves from viruses and bacteria in the marine ecosystem. Key findings of the study: The newly… Continue reading Immune cells isolated in sea corals, anemones for the 1st time
RoDTEP Scheme and Export competitiveness – Explained, pointwise
Introduction After delaying by 8 months, the government of India has notified the rates and norms for the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme. Accordingly, the Commerce Ministry released details of the RoDTEP scheme to help exporters to stay competitive and increase exports at a time when there is an increase… Continue reading RoDTEP Scheme and Export competitiveness – Explained, pointwise
History over geography
Source: The Hindu, Indian Express and Business Standard Relevance: This article explains the recent developments in Afghanistan. Synopsis: The geopolitics that happened in Afghanistan provided a new strategic boost. This is the best chance for India to focus on maritime power and opportunity rather than overland threats Background Please read the following two articles for a better understanding.… Continue reading History over geography
New Delhi’s Af-Pak: Old friends versus old foes: Should India accept Taliban, betray Afghans or support resistance movements like Saleh’s?
Source: Times of India (Article 1, Article 2) Syllabus: GS – 2: India and its neighbourhood- relations. Relevance: This article explains the recent developments in Afghanistan. Synopsis: About the development of the Taliban 1.0 and Taliban 2.0 Introduction: Please read the following two articles for a better understanding. The script of the new endgame in Afghanistan… Continue reading New Delhi’s Af-Pak: Old friends versus old foes: Should India accept Taliban, betray Afghans or support resistance movements like Saleh’s?
Govt to rationalise rates of health benefit packages under Ayushman Bharat
Source: Business Standard What is the news? In a move to encourage private hospitals to take part in Ayushman Bharat-Jan Arogya Yojana (JAY), the government is planning to rationalise the rates of health benefits packages under the scheme and also resolve issues with payments. About the scheme: Ayushman Bharat-Jan Arogya Yojana (JAY) The scheme was… Continue reading Govt to rationalise rates of health benefit packages under Ayushman Bharat
