What is the News? A Delhi court has acquitted a former journalist in a defamation case filed by former Union minister. In this case, a journalist initially made allegations of sexual harassment against the former Union Minister. In turn, a criminal defamation case was filed in Delhi High Court against the journalist by Union Minister.… Continue reading “Vishaka Guidelines” and “The Sexual Harassment at Workplace Act 2013”
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“Sedition law” can’t be used to criminalise critics: Court
What is the news? Delhi Court has observed that the Sedition laws cannot be invoked to quiet the disquiet (criminalising the critics). The court also held that the government cannot act like restricting criminals while using sedition under IPC. This observation was made by the court while granting bail to two persons arrested by Delhi… Continue reading “Sedition law” can’t be used to criminalise critics: Court
11th edition of “Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav”
What is the news? The 11th edition of the Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav is being held in West Bengal this year. Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav: Nodal Ministry: It is a festival started by the Ministry of Culture in the year 2015. Objective: It enhances mutual understanding and bonding between people of diverse cultures. Thereby it secures stronger… Continue reading 11th edition of “Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav”
List of “Indian diaspora members” holding key positions globally
What is the News? Indiaspora, a US-based organisation released the 2021 Indiaspora Government Leaders List. The list includes Indian origin persons occupying the highest positions globally. About the Indiaspora Government Leaders List: The list recognizes more than 200 persons of Indian origin. It includes persons, occupied leadership positions in as many as 15 countries. More… Continue reading List of “Indian diaspora members” holding key positions globally
Data on participation of marginalised Communities in leading IITs
What is the News? The Hindu Newspaper has published the data obtained through the RTI queries. Data provides info. on the representation of marginalized communities such as OBCs, SCs, and STs in the leading IITs of the country. About the data: The RTI query data covers Ph.D. admissions made in the five-year period from 2015… Continue reading Data on participation of marginalised Communities in leading IITs
Fossils of ‘Dickinsonia’ found at Bhimbetka
What is the News? Researchers discovered three fossils in Madhya Pradesh. These fossils are possibly of the earliest known living animal named ‘Dickinsonia’(550-million-year-old). About the discovery: The fossils are found on the roof of Auditorium Cave at Bhimbetka Rock Shelters. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Madhya Pradesh. The fossil can be identified… Continue reading Fossils of ‘Dickinsonia’ found at Bhimbetka
“Traffic Crash Injuries and Disabilities” -World Bank report on road accidents in India
What is the News? The World Bank released a report titled “Traffic Crash Injuries and Disabilities: The Burden on Indian Society”. It highlights the Socio-Economic impacts of road accidents in India. About the Report: Published by: World Bank in collaboration with SaveLIFE Foundation. The report highlights the socio-economic impact of road accidents. It analyses the … Continue reading “Traffic Crash Injuries and Disabilities” -World Bank report on road accidents in India
CFS endorses Voluntary guidelines on Food Systems and Nutrition
What is the News? The UN Committee on World Food Security (CFS) has endorsed the first-ever Voluntary Guidelines on Food Systems and Nutrition(VGFSyN). About the guidelines: These guidelines will support countries in their efforts to eradicate all forms of hunger and malnutrition. It will utilize a comprehensive food systems approach for this aim. It will… Continue reading CFS endorses Voluntary guidelines on Food Systems and Nutrition
Six years of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme
Why in News? During the last six years, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme has increased awareness and sensitized the masses on Gender Equality. Facts: Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) Scheme: It was launched by the Prime Minister in 2015 at Panipat in Haryana. Aim: To bring behavioural change in the society towards birth and rights… Continue reading Six years of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme
Inter-caste marriages can reduce caste tensions: Supreme Court
What is the news? The Supreme Court in a judgement has said that Inter-caste marriages will possibly reduce caste and community tensions. Background: This judgement came on a petition filed by a girl who fled from Bengaluru to Delhi to marry a man who was from a different caste. The police officer on a complaint… Continue reading Inter-caste marriages can reduce caste tensions: Supreme Court
