Source: The post is based on the article “Rare ‘Einstein cross’ warps light from one of the universe’s brightest objects in this stunning image” published in LiveScience on 5th August 2023. What is the news? Astronomers have discovered a stunning, rare example of an “Einstein cross” splitting and magnifying light from the far depths of the universe. About the Discovery… Continue reading Rare ‘Einstein cross’ warps light from one of the universe’s brightest objects in this stunning image
Cheetah deaths are a setback for the reintroduction project but they do not signal a failure
Source– The post is based on the article “Cheetah deaths are a setback for the reintroduction project but they do not signal a failure” published in “The Indian Express” on 5th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Environment Relevance: Issues related to Wildlife conservation. News– The cheetah was reintroduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in September 2022,… Continue reading Cheetah deaths are a setback for the reintroduction project but they do not signal a failure
The lessons of Hiroshima must not drift away
Source– The post is based on the article “The lessons of Hiroshima must not drift away” published in “The Hindu” on 5th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – International relations Relevance: Issues related to nuclear weapons and disarmament. News– The article explains the concept of nuclear taboo and nuclear deterrence. What are some facts about… Continue reading The lessons of Hiroshima must not drift away
Incremental injustice – on Places of Worship Act, 1991
Source– The post is based on the article “Incremental injustice” published in “The Hindu” on 5th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Polity Relevance: Issues related to disputed religious structures News– Recently, the Varanasi District Court ordered the ASI survey of Gyanvapi mosque. What is the stand of HIgh Court and Varanasi district court on right to… Continue reading Incremental injustice – on Places of Worship Act, 1991
Express View on restrictions on laptop imports: Licence raj dot com
Source: The post is based on the article “Express View on restrictions on laptop imports: Licence raj dot com” published in The Indian express on 5th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilisation of resources, growth, development and employment. & Effects of liberalisation on the economy, News: The Indian government… Continue reading Express View on restrictions on laptop imports: Licence raj dot com
Centre tables Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023: What it says and why it’s being criticised
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre tables Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023: What it says and why it’s being criticised” published in “The Indian express” on 5th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Parliament and State Legislatures – structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges and issues arising out of these. News:… Continue reading Centre tables Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023: What it says and why it’s being criticised
Menaka Guruswamy writes on GST on online gaming: Taxing luck, not skill
Source: The post is based on the article “Menaka Guruswamy writes on GST on online gaming: Taxing luck, not skill” published in The Indian express on 5th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy (taxation) News: The article discusses a court case where Gameskraft, an online gaming company, challenges a large tax demand. The main issue… Continue reading Menaka Guruswamy writes on GST on online gaming: Taxing luck, not skill
Bin This Law: SC’s Rahul call reminds why we must decriminalize defamation
Source: The post is based on the article “Bin This Law: SC’s Rahul call reminds why we must decriminalize defamation” published in “Times of India” on 5th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary News: Rahul Gandhi was convicted by a Surat court of criminal defamation and given… Continue reading Bin This Law: SC’s Rahul call reminds why we must decriminalize defamation
National Health Authority (NHA) extends its incentive scheme under Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)
Source: The post is based on the article “National Health Authority (NHA) extends its incentive scheme under Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)” published in PIB on 4th August 2023. What is the News? The National Health Authority(NHA) has announced the extension of its Digital Health Incentives Scheme (DHIS) under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)… Continue reading National Health Authority (NHA) extends its incentive scheme under Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)
Gamechanger for India’s vultures: Experts laud Centre’s move to ban aceclofenac, ketoprofen
Source: The post is based on the article “Gamechanger for India’s vultures: Experts laud Centre’s move to ban aceclofenac, ketoprofen” published in Down To Earth on 3rd August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Ketoprofen and Aceclofenac?3 Why has Ketoprofen and Aceclofenac been banned?4 What are the other steps taken for Vulture conservation?5… Continue reading Gamechanger for India’s vultures: Experts laud Centre’s move to ban aceclofenac, ketoprofen
