What is the News? INTERPOL has launched an app called ‘ID-Art’ to protect cultural heritage better. About ‘ID-Art’ App: ‘ID-Art’ App aims to help identify the stolen cultural property, and reduce smuggling. The app will also increase the possibility of recovering stolen works and artefacts. Key Features of the App: INTERPOL’s database: The app enables… Continue reading Interpol’s “ID-Art App” to help protect cultural property
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COVID-19 hit urban poor more than those in villages: A Report by Hunger watch
What is the News? According to a Report by Hunger watch, COVID-19 has impacted India’s urban poor more than those in villages. Key Findings of the Report by Hunger watch: Impact of Covid-19: Urban respondents reported a 15% point worse condition than their rural counterparts across all important parameters. Poverty: Covid-19 pandemic has made the… Continue reading COVID-19 hit urban poor more than those in villages: A Report by Hunger watch
Mandatory online certification for Persons with Disabilities through “UDID portal”
What is the News? The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities(DEPwD) has issued a notification for all States/UTs. In that, the DEPwD made the use of online mode as mandatory to grant certificates of disability using the UDID portal. Note: Firstly, the Central Government notified the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017 under… Continue reading Mandatory online certification for Persons with Disabilities through “UDID portal”
First “genetically modified mosquitoes” released in US
What is the News? Biotech firm Oxitec has released its Genetically Modified Mosquitoes(GMM) in Florida, USA. What are Genetically Modified Mosquitoes(GMM)? These are the mosquitoes whose genome has been altered using recombinant DNA technology. Their genome is altered in a way to favour the few desired physiological traits and the generation of desired biological products.… Continue reading First “genetically modified mosquitoes” released in US
What is Facebook’s Oversight Board?
What is the News? Facebook’s Oversight Board has upheld Facebook’s decision to block the former-U.S. President Donald Trump from its platform. About Facebook’s Oversight Board: The Oversight Board was established in 2020 by Facebook. It is an independent body that helps Facebook figure out what content can be allowed on the platform and what ought… Continue reading What is Facebook’s Oversight Board?
“Black Fungus Infection” Cases in Covid Patients
What is the News? Doctors in Delhi are witnessing a rise in cases of Covid-19 induced Black Fungus Infection. About Black Fungus Infection: Firstly, Black Fungus infection is also known as Mucormycosis (previously called zygomycosis). Secondly, it is a serious but rare fungal infection caused by a group of molds called mucormycetes. These molds are present… Continue reading “Black Fungus Infection” Cases in Covid Patients
“Pradhan Mantri VAN DHAN Yojana” (PMVDY) is Helping Rural Tribal Forest Economy
What is the News? The Managing Director of TRIFED recently highlighted the role played by Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana in changing the rural forest-dwelling tribal economy. About Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana in 2018, under the Forest Rights Act of 2005. Aim: To provide remunerative… Continue reading “Pradhan Mantri VAN DHAN Yojana” (PMVDY) is Helping Rural Tribal Forest Economy
GNAFC releases “Global Report on Food Crises 2021”
What is the News? Global Network Against Food Crises(GNAFC) has released the “Global Report on Food Crises 2021”. Key Findings: Firstly, more than 155 million people experienced acute food insecurity in 2020. This is an increase of 20 million as compared to 2019. Secondly, two-thirds of the people in acute food crisis levels were in… Continue reading GNAFC releases “Global Report on Food Crises 2021”
A report on “Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions”: India is the 3rd-largest emitter
What is the News? The research and consulting firm, Rhodium Group, has released a report on Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions. Key Findings of the report: Global Greenhouse gas emissions including emissions of all six Kyoto gases have reached 52 gigatons of CO2-equivalent in 2019. This is an 11.4% increase over the past decade. The six… Continue reading A report on “Global Greenhouse Gas Emissions”: India is the 3rd-largest emitter
Supreme Court Upheld Validity of 102nd Constitution Amendment Act
What is the News? The Supreme Court of India has upheld the constitutional validity of the Constitution 102nd Amendment Act, 2018. About 102nd Amendment Act, 2018: The 102nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2018 gave constitutional status to the National Backward Classes Commission. The Amendment also gives the President powers to notify backward classes. However, several states… Continue reading Supreme Court Upheld Validity of 102nd Constitution Amendment Act
