Synopsis: The exit of Pratap Bhanu Mehta from Ashoka University has challenged popular assumptions about the space for unregulated intellectual freedom. Contents1 Introduction 2 Why is dissent important?3 How has dissent enriched academics over the years?4 The conclusion Introduction Concerns about the future of the academy and the ecosystems that define its routes have risen. The… Continue reading University cannot give up its role as a site of dissent and questioning
[Important] UPSC Civil Services 2020 Interviews Postponed
UPSC has Postponed the Interviews (Personality Tests) for Civil Services IAS, 2020. Interviews were scheduled to commence from 26th April 2021. Read the Official UPSC Notification Due to rising Corona positive cases, UPSC held a special meeting today to review the situation. After considering health considerations and lockdown restrictions, UPSC concluded that it will not… Continue reading [Important] UPSC Civil Services 2020 Interviews Postponed
Extradition of Fugitives to India – Explained, Pointwise
Contents1 Introduction2 About the case3 About Extradition4 Extradition in India 5 Principles Governing Extradition6 Status of extradition in India7 Need for Extradition 8 Issues with Extradition9 Suggestions to improve extradition10 Conclusion Introduction Recently, the U.K’s Home Secretary approved the extradition of diamond merchant Nirav Modi to India. He is wanted in India, in connection with the Punjab… Continue reading Extradition of Fugitives to India – Explained, Pointwise
India to Import “Medical Oxygen” to cater demand
What is the News? A number of states are reporting shortages of medical oxygen for a growing number of Covid-19 patients. This is why, India is planning to import 50,000 metric tonnes of medical oxygen to cater to the rising demand. Contents1 About Medical Oxygen:2 Applications in the medical field:3 Manufacturing and distribution of Cylinders4… Continue reading India to Import “Medical Oxygen” to cater demand
“Global Diabetes Compact” – To Increase Access to Treatment
What is the News? The World Health Organization (WHO) launches a Global Diabetes Compact Initiative. Contents1 About Global Diabetes Compact Initiative:1.1 Need of Global Diabetes Compact2 About Diabetes:3 Types of Diabetes: About Global Diabetes Compact Initiative: Global Diabetes Compact aims to reduce the risk of diabetes. It will ensure that all people diagnosed with diabetes have… Continue reading “Global Diabetes Compact” – To Increase Access to Treatment
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 19 Apr, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles Contents1 “Inclusive Internet Index 2021” Released2 Meghalaya Records India’s First “Disc Footed Bat” with Sticky Disks3 “Gender Samvaad” Event Organised by Ministry of Rural Development4 “National Startup Advisory Council” – First Meeting Held5 Railways to Map Local Festivals Near Tracks6 “Global Diabetes Compact” – To… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 19 Apr, 2021
Railways to Map Local Festivals Near Tracks
What is the News? The Ministry of Railways will map local festivals celebrated along the railway tracks across the country. It aims to stop the unusual incidents resulting in casualties. About Railway’s Initiative People in India celebrate several local festivals near Railway tracks. During this, the crowd gathers near the railway premises and crosses the… Continue reading Railways to Map Local Festivals Near Tracks
“National Startup Advisory Council” – First Meeting Held
What is the News? The Minister of Commerce & Industry chaired the first meeting of the National Startup Advisory Council(NSAC). About the National Startup Advisory Council(NSAC): National Startup Advisory Council(NSAC) was constituted by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade(DPIIT). Purpose: To advise the Government on measures required to build a strong ecosystem for… Continue reading “National Startup Advisory Council” – First Meeting Held
“Gender Samvaad” Event Organised by Ministry of Rural Development
What is the News? The Ministry of Rural Development has organized the Gender Samvaad Event. About Gender Samvaad Event: Gender Samvaad is a cooperation between Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission(DAY-NRLM) and Initiative for What Works to Advance Women and Girls in the Economy (IWWAGE). Aim: It aims to generate greater awareness about gender-related interventions under… Continue reading “Gender Samvaad” Event Organised by Ministry of Rural Development
“Inclusive Internet Index 2021” Released
What is the News? Inclusive Internet Index 2021 has been released. About Inclusive Internet Index, 2021 Facebook Commissions the Inclusive Internet Index, 2021, and The Economist Intelligence Unit will develop the index. Purpose: It seeks to measure the extent of accessibility and affordability of the Internet. Also, the internet should be able to enable positive social… Continue reading “Inclusive Internet Index 2021” Released
