Source: The post is based on the article “What is the FIPIC summit that PM Modi attended in Papua New Guinea?” published in Indian Express on 24th May 2023 What is the News? The third India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) Summit was held in Papua New Guinea. What is FIPIC? The Forum for India–Pacific Islands Cooperation… Continue reading What is the FIPIC summit that PM Modi attended in Papua New Guinea?
Govt’s power to promulgate, repromulgate Ordinances — why and how
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt’s power to promulgate, repromulgate Ordinances — why and how” published in The Hindu on 24th May 2023 What is the News? The President of India has promulgated the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Ordinance, 2023. What is Ordinance? Article 123 of the Constitution… Continue reading Govt’s power to promulgate, repromulgate Ordinances — why and how
L-G can destabilize MCD with power to appoint aldermen, says SC
Source: The post is based on the article “L-G can destabilize MCD with power to appoint aldermen, says SC” published in The Hindu on 24th May 2023 What is the News? The Supreme Court has said that holding the power to nominate aldermen to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) may arm the Lieutenant Governor… Continue reading L-G can destabilize MCD with power to appoint aldermen, says SC
Sepsis: Researchers find how hydrocortisone improve treatment of septic shock
Source: The post is based on the article “Researchers find how hydrocortisone improve treatment of septic shock” published in The Print on 24th May 2023 What is the News? An international team of researchers studied the role of hydrocortisone in the management of adult patients with septic shock. They found that while hydrocortisone had a… Continue reading Sepsis: Researchers find how hydrocortisone improve treatment of septic shock
What is the EU’s carbon border adjustment mechanism?
Source: The post is based on the article “What is the EU’s carbon border adjustment mechanism?” published in The Hindu on 24th May 2023 What is the News? The co-legislators at the European Commission signed the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). What is Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)? CBAM has been described as a landmark… Continue reading What is the EU’s carbon border adjustment mechanism?
India gives Bangladesh key rail infra
Source: The post is based on the article “India gives Bangladesh key rail infra” published in The Hindu on 24th May 2023 What is the News? India has handed over 20 Broad Gauge (BG) locomotives to neighbouring Bangladesh. In 2020, India provided 10 locomotives to Bangladesh as a grant. These locomotives are performing well and… Continue reading India gives Bangladesh key rail infra
The Telangana- A.P. water dispute
Source: The post is based on the article “The Telangana- A.P. water dispute” published in The Hindu on 24th May 2023 What is the News? The dispute over the water share of the Krishna river between Andhra Pradesh(A.P) and Telangana remains unresolved, even nine years after the bifurcation of the combined State. What is the… Continue reading The Telangana- A.P. water dispute
The unsung hero – After five years, it seems GST has begun to show sustained growth even as it has many weaknesses and policy challenges
Source: The post is based on an article “The unsung hero – After five years, it seems GST has begun to show sustained growth even as it has many weaknesses and policy challenges” published in Business Standard on 24th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy – Fiscal Policy, Growth and Development Relevance: problems with the… Continue reading The unsung hero – After five years, it seems GST has begun to show sustained growth even as it has many weaknesses and policy challenges
‘73% Smart City projects completed’
Source: The post is based on the article “73% Smart City projects completed” published in The Hindu on 24th May 2023 What is the News? The Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs has informed about the progress made under the Smart Cities Mission (SCM). What is the Smart Cities Mission (SCM)? Click Here to… Continue reading ‘73% Smart City projects completed’
India should adopt a tort law to strengthen its delivery of justice
Source: The post is based on the article “India should adopt a tort law to strengthen its delivery of justice” published in Live Mint on 24th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance – Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Relevance: Need for tort law in India. News: The article discusses the punitive damage and the… Continue reading India should adopt a tort law to strengthen its delivery of justice
