SEBI chief says instant settlement of trades in the works: What does it mean, and how will investors benefit?

Source: The post is based on the article “SEBI chief says instant settlement of trades in the works: What does it mean, and how will investors benefit?”  published in Indian Express on 25th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is meant by Trade Settlement?3 What has SEBI announced now?4 What will T+0 change… Continue reading SEBI chief says instant settlement of trades in the works: What does it mean, and how will investors benefit?

What is a no confidence motion?

Source– The post is based on the article “What is a no confidence motion?” published in “The Indian Express” on 27th July 2023. “A Parliament floor test would serve democracy” published in “Livemint” on 27th July 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Parliament- Conduct of Business Relevance: Parliamentary procedures News- Recently, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla accepted the… Continue reading What is a no confidence motion?

On carbon burden, Europe’s glaring hypocrisy

Source: The post is based on the article “On carbon burden, Europe’s glaring hypocrisy” published in “The Indian express” on 27th July 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. & GS3- Environment conservation News: The European Union (EU) is starting a carbon tax on imports to… Continue reading On carbon burden, Europe’s glaring hypocrisy

Pratap Bhanu Mehta writes: In Israel’s floundering, their future, and ours

Source– The post is based on the article “Pratap Bhanu Mehta writes: In Israel’s floundering, their future, and ours” published in “The Indian Express” on 27th July 2023. Syllabus: GS2- International politics Relevance: The state of Israel and nationalism News- The Israeli Knesset has voted 64-0 on a bill to limit judicial power. One of… Continue reading Pratap Bhanu Mehta writes: In Israel’s floundering, their future, and ours

Centre withdraws DNA Bill: What it says, and what are the objections against it

Source: The post is based on the article “Centre withdraws DNA Bill: What it says, and what are the objections against it”  published in Indian Express on 26th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is DNA Technology (Use and Application) Regulation Bill, 2019?3 What are the key provisions of the Bill?4 What are… Continue reading Centre withdraws DNA Bill: What it says, and what are the objections against it

Geneva HIV patient cured? Can stem cell transplant help?

Source: The post is based on the article “Geneva HIV patient cured? Can stem cell transplant help?”  published in Indian Express on 25th July 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Stem Cell Transplant?3 How was Stem Cell Transplant used in Geneva HIV patient?4 Which genetic mutation is associated with lower risk of HIV?5… Continue reading Geneva HIV patient cured? Can stem cell transplant help?

C Raja Mohan writes: Why India may not be averse to UAE rescuing Pakistan’s economy

Source– The post is based on the article “C Raja Mohan writes: Why India may not be averse to UAE rescuing Pakistan’s economy” published in “The Indian Express” on 26th July 2023. Syllabus: GS2- International relations Relevance:  triangular dynamics between Middle east, India and Pakistan News- According to media reports, the United Arab Emirates has… Continue reading C Raja Mohan writes: Why India may not be averse to UAE rescuing Pakistan’s economy

OneWeb to set up India’s first ‘satellite network portal site’ in Gujarat: What is the project, its significance?

Source: The post is based on the article “OneWeb to set up India’s first ‘satellite network portal site’ in Gujarat: What is the project, its significance?”  published in Indian Express on 23rd July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is OneWeb?3 What is the MoU signed between the Gujarat government and One Web?4 Why… Continue reading OneWeb to set up India’s first ‘satellite network portal site’ in Gujarat: What is the project, its significance?

What are marine heat waves, which have gripped parts of the world’s oceans this summer?

Source: The post is based on the article “What are marine heat waves, which have gripped parts of the world’s oceans this summer?”  published in Indian Express on 24th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Marine Heat Waves (MHWs)?3 What is the impact of marine heat waves on ocean life?4 How do… Continue reading What are marine heat waves, which have gripped parts of the world’s oceans this summer?

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