What is the News? Dr Shakuntala Haraksingh, a global nutrition expert of Indian descent has won the prestigious 2021 World Food Prize. She was awarded for her research in developing holistic, nutrition-sensitive approaches to aquaculture and food systems. About World Food Prize: Firstly, the World Food Prize is an international honor recognizing the achievements of… Continue reading Shakuntala Haraksingh of Indian descent wins “World Food Prize”
NITI Aayog’s Report on Creating a “Roadmap for Digitally Inclusive Bharat”
What is the News? NITI Aayog and Mastercard have released a report titled ‘Connected Commerce: Creating a Roadmap for a Digitally Inclusive Bharat’. Purpose of the report: The report identifies challenges in accelerating digital financial inclusion in India. The report also provides recommendations for making digital services accessible to its 1.3 billion citizens. Key Findings… Continue reading NITI Aayog’s Report on Creating a “Roadmap for Digitally Inclusive Bharat”
WHO warns against use of “Ivermectin” to treat Covid-19
What is the News? The World Health Organization(WHO) has recommended against the use of ‘ivermectin‘ drug for the treatment of COVID-19 patients. Despite this, Ivermectin is still listed in India as a possible treatment option for mild COVID-19 patients under home isolation. About Ivermectin Drug: Ivermectin is an orally administered drug used to treat parasitic… Continue reading WHO warns against use of “Ivermectin” to treat Covid-19
What is “Article 311” of the Indian Constitution?
What is the News? Recently Mumbai Police Commissioner dismissed a Police officer from service without a departmental enquiry. The commissioner did this by exercising his powers under Article 311(2) (b) Article 311 of the Indian Constitution: Article 311 deals with the dismissal, removal or reduction in rank of persons employed in civil capacities under the… Continue reading What is “Article 311” of the Indian Constitution?
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 13 May, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles SEBI’s “Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report” norms mandate ESG overview What is the News? Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) has issued a circular notifying new disclosure norms on sustainability-related reporting for the top 1,000 listed companies. The new reporting will be called the Business… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 13 May, 2021
Israel’s “Iron Dome” is successful in intercepting rockets
What is the News? Israel’s ‘Iron Dome’ System has been successful in intercepting the continuous barrage of rockets targeting Israel. About Iron Dome: Iron Dome is a short-range, ground-to-air, air defence system. Israeli manufacturer Rafael Advanced Defense Systems developed it with support from the United States. Purpose: It is used for countering rockets, artillery &… Continue reading Israel’s “Iron Dome” is successful in intercepting rockets
SEBI’s “Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report” norms mandate ESG overview
What is the News? Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) has issued a circular notifying new disclosure norms on sustainability-related reporting for the top 1,000 listed companies. The new reporting will be called the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR). It will replace the existing Business Responsibility Report (BRR). Background: In 2012, SEBI had introduced… Continue reading SEBI’s “Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report” norms mandate ESG overview
IAS Preparation in the times of Pandemic – Going Ahead
What we are going through right now, is something similar to the unknown vacuum between adolescence and adulthood. You are no more a child, and yet you are not grown up either. Its like a steep rock climbing, when you have climbed half the height. You have come too far to go down, and yet… Continue reading IAS Preparation in the times of Pandemic – Going Ahead
[Update] UPSC CSE Prelims 2021 Postponed
UPSC CSE Prelims 2021 postponed UPSC has postponed the UPSC CSE Prelims 2021 due to the prevailing Covid-19 crisis in the country. Now this examination will be held on 10th October 2021. This exam was scheduled to be held on 27th June, 2021. Last year also, UPSC CSE Prelims was postponed due to an… Continue reading [Update] UPSC CSE Prelims 2021 Postponed
SC Guidelines to Decongest Prisons
Synopsis- The Supreme Court has issued a slew of directions to decongest jails in light of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Introduction- In order to protect prisoners’ right to life, the SC has ordered States to examine releasing inmates [convicted or facing trial in non-serious charges] on bail or parole to prevent… Continue reading SC Guidelines to Decongest Prisons
