News: Oman’s top defence official Mohammed Nasser Al Zaabi is on an official visit to India, this signifies India – Oman relationship. What is the purpose of the visit? He is going to co-chair the 10th Joint Military Cooperation Committee (JMMC) with Indian Defence Secretary. JMCC is the highest forum of engagement between India and… Continue reading Explained: India, Oman ties and why its top defence official’s Delhi visit important
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New research: A portable, non-invasive way to detect oral cancer
What is the News? Scientists from IIT Kharagpur have developed a portable, user-friendly and non-invasive device for detecting Oral Cancer. What is Oral Cancer? Oral Cancer also known as mouth cancer is cancer of the lining of the lips, mouth, or upper throat. Oral Cancer remains one of the major causes of morbidity and mortality… Continue reading New research: A portable, non-invasive way to detect oral cancer
India needs a new social contract
Relevance: Inequality, Pandemic News: The hardship visible in the form of deaths, joblessness, hunger is not just the direct consequence of the pandemic alone, but it is the result of the prevailing inequality in India. What is the level of inequality in Indian society? While the number of dollar billionaires in India expanded by 39%… Continue reading India needs a new social contract
Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE): Anganwadis should provide early childhood care and education
News: National Education Policy highlighted the importance of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) for young child’s early cognitive, social, and emotional development. But still, National Family Health Survey-5 found that only 13.6% of children enrolled in pre-primary schools. What are the problems with the existing system? Overwork on anganwadis: They have more focus on health and… Continue reading Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE): Anganwadis should provide early childhood care and education
Problems associated with North Eastern states: A more meaningful commitment to the Indian republic
News: India celebrated its Republic day where several exercises were held to demonstrate the state’s power and patriotism. Along with these exercises, there is a need to adopt constitutional ideals and values in ways that embed the state and the nation in the harmony, especially in the North East. What are the problems associated with North… Continue reading Problems associated with North Eastern states: A more meaningful commitment to the Indian republic
Finding a way to share IAS officers
News: The Union Government proposal to amend IAS Cadre Rules has attracted the opposition of various states. What are the present rules for the deputation of cadre officers? Read here: Deputation of Cadre Officers and the Proposed Amendments – Explained, pointwise Why there is a decline in the number of officers who opt for central deputation?… Continue reading Finding a way to share IAS officers
Why Supreme Court’s order in Alapan Bandyopadhyay case is worrying
News: Recently Supreme Court set aside the Calcutta High Court ruling which cost the Central administrative channels decision in the Alapan Bandyopadhyay case. Contents1 What is the subject matter of the case?2 What is the scope of the High Court writ petition under article 226?3 How does CAT come under High Court jurisdiction?4 What are… Continue reading Why Supreme Court’s order in Alapan Bandyopadhyay case is worrying
Explained: The America COMPETES Act, and how it could increase opportunities for Indians in the US
Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the COMPETES Act, 2022?3 What are the key provisions of the COMPETES Act,2022?4 What is the significance of the COMPETES Act for India? What is the News? The United States has unveiled the ambitious America Creating Opportunities for Manufacturing, Pre-Eminence in Technology, and Economic Strength (COMPETES) Act, 2022.… Continue reading Explained: The America COMPETES Act, and how it could increase opportunities for Indians in the US
Explained: Fed move and Indian markets
What is the News? The US Federal Reserve has announced that it would end its pandemic-era bond purchases and raise interest rates subsequently. Both these measures are aimed at taming inflation, currently at a four-decade high of around 7%. This is likely to impact emerging market economies such as India. How do US Fed actions… Continue reading Explained: Fed move and Indian markets
Explained: Why artificial snow needs to be pumped to pull off Beijing Winter Olympics
Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Artificial Snow?3 How is Artificial Snow produced?4 Why is Artificial Snow harmful according to the report? What is the News? A report released by Sport Ecology Group at Loughborough University and Save Our Winters has stated the dangers of artificial snow to be produced at the Winter Olympics… Continue reading Explained: Why artificial snow needs to be pumped to pull off Beijing Winter Olympics
