Source: The Hindu What is the news? Supreme Court has reiterated that public officers should not be called to the court unnecessarily. The bench observed this while considering an appeal against Allahabad High Court judgment as it noticed that the High Court summoned the Secretary, Medical Health in court. SC’s observations On separation of powers:… Continue reading Judges should not act like emperors, says SC
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MoD launches SPARSH for sanction and disbursement of defence pension
Source: PIB What is the News? The Ministry of Defence has launched SPARSH (System for Pension Administration Raksha) Portal. About SPARSH Portal: SPARSH is an integrated system for automation of sanction and disbursement of defence pension. The portal processes pension claims and credits pension directly into the bank accounts of defence pensioners without relying on… Continue reading MoD launches SPARSH for sanction and disbursement of defence pension
Cabinet approves “India COVID 19 Emergency Response and Health Systems Preparedness Package: Phase II”
Source: PIB What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme ‘India COVID-19 Emergency Response & Health System Preparedness Package: Phase-II’ for FY 2021-22. Objectives of the Scheme: The scheme aims to accelerate the health system’s preparedness by providing an immediate response for early prevention, detection, and management with the focus on… Continue reading Cabinet approves “India COVID 19 Emergency Response and Health Systems Preparedness Package: Phase II”
Cairn says it has got court nod to attach 20 Indian assets in Paris
Source: The Hindu What is the News? Britain’s Cairn Energy Company has secured an order from a French court authorising the freezing of 20 Indian government properties in Paris valued at over 20 million euros. What is the issue all about? In 2006-07, Cairn UK had transferred shares of Cairn India Holdings to Cairn India,… Continue reading Cairn says it has got court nod to attach 20 Indian assets in Paris
From Assam, a new underground spider
Source: The Hindu What is the News? Researchers have discovered two new species of spiders, namely Gravelyia boro and Dexippus kleini from Jharbari range of western Assam’s Chirang Reserve Forest. About Gravelyia boro: The Gravelyia boro is a burrow spider. It belongs to the Nemesiidae family which comprises 184 species worldwide. Features: The burrow spider… Continue reading From Assam, a new underground spider
What UAE’s Hope orbiter tells us about discrete auroras on Mars?
Source: Indian Express What is the News? UAE’s Hope Spacecraft, which has been orbiting Mars, has captured images of glowing atmospheric lights in the Red Planet’s night sky known as discrete auroras. What are Auroras? Auroras are a mysterious and unpredictable display of light in the night sky. What causes an Aurora on Earth? Auroras… Continue reading What UAE’s Hope orbiter tells us about discrete auroras on Mars?
Deaths by exposure to hazardous chemicals increased 29% between 2016 and 2019: WHO
Source: Down To Earth What is the News? The World Health Organization(WHO) has released estimates on the Impact of hazardous chemicals on Public Health. Key Findings: Deaths due to Hazardous Chemicals Exposure: Deaths due to exposure to hazardous chemicals worldwide have increased by 29% in 2019 from what they were in 2016. Two million people… Continue reading Deaths by exposure to hazardous chemicals increased 29% between 2016 and 2019: WHO
Work on India’s first dolphin research centre to start in Patna post-monsoon
Source: Down To Earth What is the news? The construction work on India’s first dolphin research centre is to commence in Patna after the monsoon this year. The National Dolphin Research Centre is coming up on the 4,400 square metre plot of land on the premises of Patna University, near the banks of the Ganga. … Continue reading Work on India’s first dolphin research centre to start in Patna post-monsoon
Indian Navy’s reluctance to vacate spectrum likely to delay 5G auction
Source: Business Standard What is the news? The Indian Navy has expressed reservations in vacating 100 MHz (from the 3300 MHz – 3400 MHz) band of the spectrum, proposed to be sold in the tender expected next year. This could delay the Centre’s plans to proceed with the 5G auctions in 2022. Why Indian Navy is not… Continue reading Indian Navy’s reluctance to vacate spectrum likely to delay 5G auction
Human-wildlife conflict among greatest threats to animal species: WWF and UNEP report
Source: Down to Earth What is the news? World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), have released a new report titled – A future for all – the need for human-wildlife coexistence. Key findings Conflict between humans and animals is one of the main threats to the long-term survival of some… Continue reading Human-wildlife conflict among greatest threats to animal species: WWF and UNEP report
