What is the News? The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology(MEITY) has released a fresh draft of the amendment to the Information Technology(IT) Rules 2021. What are the new amendments to the IT Rules,2021? The Government has proposed the following amendments: First Amendment: It requires intermediaries to respect rights guaranteed to users under the Constitution… Continue reading Union Govt seeks fresh comments on Draft IT Rules
Artificial light may become a new weapon in the fight to control malaria
What is the News? A study has demonstrated that artificial lights can be used as a weapon to fight against malaria. What is the importance of Light? Light regulates much of the timing of biological events like when birds breed, lions hunt – and humans’ sleep patterns. While species have been exposed to changes in… Continue reading Artificial light may become a new weapon in the fight to control malaria
Indian Army Contingent Participates In Multinational Joint Exercise “Ex Khaan Quest 2022” Hosted By Mongolia
What is the News? A Multinational Peacekeeping exercise “Exercise Khaan Quest 2022” has commenced in Mongolia. What is Exercise Khaan Quest 2022? Exercise Khaan Quest is a multinational peacekeeping exercise hosted annually by the Mongolian Armed Forces. Aim: To enhance interoperability, build a military to military relationships, developing peace support operations and military readiness among… Continue reading Indian Army Contingent Participates In Multinational Joint Exercise “Ex Khaan Quest 2022” Hosted By Mongolia
Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile, Agni-4, successfully tested
What is the News? India has conducted a “routine user training” launch test of its Nuclear-Capable Agni-4 missile. What is Agni-IV? Agni-IV is an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (ICBM). Developed by: Defence Research and Development Organization(DRDO). Range: It has a range of around 4,000 km. Payload: It can carry a 1,000-kg payload and can go… Continue reading Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile, Agni-4, successfully tested
Sustainable Development Report, 2022: India’s SDG preparedness ranking continues to decline: Report
What is the News? The Sustainable Development Report, 2022 has been released. What is the Sustainable Development Report, 2022? Released by: Group of independent experts at the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN). Purpose: It is a global assessment of countries’ progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. It is a complement to the official SDG… Continue reading Sustainable Development Report, 2022: India’s SDG preparedness ranking continues to decline: Report
Union Minister launches the Leaders in Climate Change Management Program to help urban professionals champion climate action in India
What is the News? The Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs has launched the Leaders in Climate Change Management Program(LCCP). What are Leaders in the Climate Change Management Program(LCCP)? Leaders in Climate Change Management(LCCM) is a capacity-building program that seeks to build a pool of leaders to champion and lead climate action – across… Continue reading Union Minister launches the Leaders in Climate Change Management Program to help urban professionals champion climate action in India
Universal Basic Income: Benefits and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Economic Advisory Council (EAC) to the Prime Minister released a report on inequality prepared by the Institute for Competitiveness. The broad focus of the report was on the nature of inequality and poverty in the country. Two suggestions given by the report have become a matter of discussion among… Continue reading Universal Basic Income: Benefits and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
[Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I June 6, 2022
Good Morning Friends, Following are answers to Mains Marathon questions, we posted yesterday. About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. Every morning, we post 2 questions are based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant to the… Continue reading [Answered] Mains Marathon I Daily Answer Writing I June 6, 2022
[Answered] What are the factors promoting illicit organ trade? What policy measures are required to tackle the menace of illicit organ trade?
Introduction: Contextual introduction. Body: Write some factors which promote illicit organ trade. Also write some measures to tackle the illicit organ trade. Conclusion: Write some suggestions. In India, ‘The Transplantation of Human Organs Act 1994’ is the only legislation that regulates organ transplantation. But due to lack of implementation of policies and various loopholes, organ… Continue reading [Answered] What are the factors promoting illicit organ trade? What policy measures are required to tackle the menace of illicit organ trade?
[Answered] What is eVTOL aircraft? What new regulations and policy changes does India need to better integrate these aircraft?
Introduction: Explain eVTOL. Body: Write some policies that India needs to better integrate eVTOL . Conclusion: Write a brief conclusion. An electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft is one that uses electric power to hover, take off and land vertically. Most eVTOLs also use distributed electric propulsion technology which means integrating a complex propulsion… Continue reading [Answered] What is eVTOL aircraft? What new regulations and policy changes does India need to better integrate these aircraft?
