Introduction The Information Technology (Guidelines for Intermediaries and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 came into force in India. The new IT rules have been framed to address the Social Media, Digital Media, and OTT platforms in a specific manner. The government has released the new IT rules, 2021 in February. The government provided 3… Continue reading New IT Rules for Social Media and its challenges – Explained, Pointwise
Very Severe “Cyclone Yaas” hits the coastal areas of Odisha and West Bengal
What is the News? Cyclone Yaas hit the coastal areas of Odisha and West Bengal. Upon landfall, the cyclone weakened. About Cyclone Yaas: Cyclone Yaas is a Tropical Cyclone. It has been named by Oman. Yaas means a tree bearing fragrant flowers. Cyclone Yaas is the first cyclonic storm to develop over the Bay of… Continue reading Very Severe “Cyclone Yaas” hits the coastal areas of Odisha and West Bengal
A study found the reason behind “crocodile tears”
What is the News? Around the world, the phrase Crocodile Tears is most often used for politicians who are seen as being fake and theatrical in their reactions to misery and suffering. But scientists so far never understood the complete reason behind Crocodile tears. When do Crocodiles Cry? A study was conducted in 2006 by… Continue reading A study found the reason behind “crocodile tears”
“Banni Grasslands” -NGT Upholds Rights of Maldharis
What is the News? The National Green Tribunal(NGT) has ordered all encroachments to be removed from Gujarat’s Banni grasslands within six months. Further, NGT directed a joint committee to prepare an action plan in a month. The court also said the Maldharis will continue to hold the right to conserve the community forests in the… Continue reading “Banni Grasslands” -NGT Upholds Rights of Maldharis
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 28 May, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles Installation of “Reclining Buddha” Statue Postponed What is the News? On the occasion of Buddha Jayanti, India’s largest statue of the Reclining Buddha was scheduled for installation at the Buddha International Welfare Mission temple in Bodh Gaya. However, the ceremony has been postponed due to Covid-19… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 28 May, 2021
“Ayush Clinical Case Repository (ACCR) portal” and “Ayush Sanjivani App”
What is the News? The Ministry of Ayush has launched two things. First, the Ayush Clinical Case Repository (ACCR) portal. And second, the third version of the Ayush Sanjivani App. About Ayush Clinical Case Repository(ACCR): Firstly, the Ministry of Ayush has conceptualized and developed the Ayush Clinical Case Repository(ACCR) Portal. It is a platform to… Continue reading “Ayush Clinical Case Repository (ACCR) portal” and “Ayush Sanjivani App”
Defence Minister launches “SeHAT OPD portal”
What is the News? The Defence Minister has launched the ‘Services e-Health Assistance & Tele-consultation (SeHAT) OPD portal. About SeHAT OPD portal: Firstly, SeHAT OPD Portal aims to provide tele-medicine services to the serving Armed Forces personnel, veterans and their families of the three Services. Secondly, the services will be provided by defence services doctors… Continue reading Defence Minister launches “SeHAT OPD portal”
India Abstains on “UNHRC Resolution” to Probe in Gaza Violence
What is the News? India has abstained from voting on the resolution at the UN Human Rights Council(UNHRC) on Gaza. The resolution calls for the setting up of the Commission of Inquiry on human rights violations in the recent conflict between Israel and Palestine. About the UNHRC Resolution: The resolution was moved by Pakistan and… Continue reading India Abstains on “UNHRC Resolution” to Probe in Gaza Violence
Traceability Provision of New IT Rules 2021
What is the News? The Government of India has referred to the 2019 Supreme Court order to justify the introduction of Traceability Provision in the IT (Information Technology) Rules, 2021. The Traceability Provision requires the social media platforms to compulsorily identify the first originator of the information in India, upon government or court order. About the… Continue reading Traceability Provision of New IT Rules 2021
Installation of “Reclining Buddha” Statue Postponed
What is the News? On the occasion of Buddha Jayanti, India’s largest statue of the Reclining Buddha was scheduled for installation at the Buddha International Welfare Mission temple in Bodh Gaya. However, the ceremony has been postponed due to Covid-19 restrictions. What is Reclining Buddha? Reclining Buddha is a statue or image of Buddha lying down… Continue reading Installation of “Reclining Buddha” Statue Postponed
