Good evening dear reader Here is our 9pm current affairs brief for you today Issue of Consent in POCSO Act Source: Click Here Syllabus: GS 2 – mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of vulnerable sections Synopsis: The Madras High Court quashed a case of aggravated sexual assault of… Continue reading 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief – March 17, 2021
The Government of NCT of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2021- Explained, Pointwise
Introduction The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2021 or the NCT of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2021 got introduced in Lok Sabha. It amends certain provisions related to the distribution of powers and responsibilities among the L-G (Lieutenant Governor) and the Delhi legislative assembly. The issue of power tussle between the L-G… Continue reading The Government of NCT of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2021- Explained, Pointwise
Why India should Invest More in Research and Innovation System?
Synopsis: India could use its education policy to improve the research and innovation ecosystem in the country. Introduction The Government of India celebrates National Vaccination Day every year on March 16 to communicate the importance of vaccination to the people. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the significance of this day becomes even more important. India’s indigenous… Continue reading Why India should Invest More in Research and Innovation System?
Issue of Consent in POCSO Act
Synopsis: The Madras High Court quashed a case of aggravated sexual assault of a minor under the POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act. The High Court also mentioned the need to amend the POCSO act. The case and ruling Madras HC was hearing a case of aggravated penetrative sexual assault under the POCSO… Continue reading Issue of Consent in POCSO Act
MHA introduced “NCT of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2021”
What is the News? The Ministry of Home Affairs has introduced the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill,2021 in the Lok Sabha. The Bill aims to change some important provisions concerning the National Capital. About NCT of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2021: It seeks to amend the Government of National Capital Territory of… Continue reading MHA introduced “NCT of Delhi (Amendment) Bill 2021”
Older IIMs lag behind in enforcing “Quota rules”
What is the News? According to an RTI, older Indian Institutes of Management(IIMs) are lagging behind the newer IIMs in enforcing the quota rule. Data on IIMs enforcing Quota Rule: In older IIMs, less than 10% of the faculty are from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and the Other Backward Classes communities. However, In some newer… Continue reading Older IIMs lag behind in enforcing “Quota rules”
Himachal Pradesh to start “Seabuckthorn plantations”
What is the News? The Himachal Pradesh government has decided to start SeaBuckthorn Plantation in the cold desert areas. About Seabuckthorn: It is a shrub that produces an orange-yellow coloured edible berry. In India, it is found above the tree line in the Himalayan region. It is generally in dry areas such as the cold… Continue reading Himachal Pradesh to start “Seabuckthorn plantations”
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Mar 17, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles “World Air Quality Report, 2020” Released What is the News? IQ Air, a Swiss air quality technology company released a report titled “World Air Quality Report, 2020”. About World Air Quality Report: World Air Quality is an annual report. The report is based on PM2.5… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Mar 17, 2021
“UK’s Post-Brexit Foreign Policy” Focusses on Indo-Pacific
What is the news? The United Kingdom(UK) has released a document laying out its post-Brexit foreign and defence policy priorities. What are the key features of the Post-Brexit Foreign Policy? Expand Influence in Indo-Pacific: The document calls Indo-Pacific the geopolitical centre of the world. The document says that the UK is planning to expand its… Continue reading “UK’s Post-Brexit Foreign Policy” Focusses on Indo-Pacific
Cabinet Clears Proposal for Setting up of “Development Finance Institution (DFI)”
What is the news? The Union Cabinet approved a bill to set up a Development Finance Institution(DFI). It will be called National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID). About National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID): Owned by: Initially, the Government of India will own it with a 100% stake. It will gradually… Continue reading Cabinet Clears Proposal for Setting up of “Development Finance Institution (DFI)”
