What is the news? For the first time in history, NASA’s “Parker Solar Probe” has officially touched the sun. It has flown through the Sun’s upper atmosphere – the corona – and sampled particles and magnetic fields there. What is the Parker Solar Probe? Parker Solar Probe was launched in 2018 by NASA. Aim: Exploring… Continue reading NASA’s Parker Solar Probe enters the Sun’s atmosphere for the first time
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Data breach to be reported in 72 hours: House joint panel
What is the news? A report of the Joint Committee of Parliament on the Personal Data Protection Bill has been tabled in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The committee has recommended the formation of a Data Protection Authority (DPA). What will be the purpose of the Data Protection Authority (DPA)? The Data Protection Authority (DPA)… Continue reading Data breach to be reported in 72 hours: House joint panel
CCEA nod to extension of irrigation scheme
What is the News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by the Prime Minister has approved the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) for 2021-26. What is Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana(PMKSY)? Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) was launched in 2015. Aim: To enhance physical access of water on farms and… Continue reading CCEA nod to extension of irrigation scheme
Cabinet clears draft Bill for linking Aadhaar & voter ID
What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved some key electoral reforms. These reforms will be reflected in amendments to the Representation of the People Act, 1951 and the Aadhaar Act, 2016. What are the key electoral reforms approved by the Cabinet? Linking Aadhaar with electoral roll Linking of the Aadhaar Card with the… Continue reading Cabinet clears draft Bill for linking Aadhaar & voter ID
Explained: What is the Sixth Schedule, and can Ladakh be included under it?
What is the news? Recently, an MP from Ladakh demanded that the region be included in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution to safeguard the land, employment, and cultural identity of the local population. What is the Sixth Schedule? The Sixth Schedule under Article 244 provides for the formation of autonomous administrative divisions — Autonomous… Continue reading Explained: What is the Sixth Schedule, and can Ladakh be included under it?
Why ‘veg’ is ‘non-veg’: what Delhi High Court said
What is the news? Delhi High Court has directed the food safety regulator to ensure that food business operators make full disclosures on all that goes into any food. What is the case? Ram Gaua Raksha Dal, a non-government Trust, filed a petition in the court to label all products, including non-consumables like crockery, wearable… Continue reading Why ‘veg’ is ‘non-veg’: what Delhi High Court said
Why does the Log4Shell vulnerability have tech firms worried?
News: A new vulnerability named Log4Shell is being touted as one of the worst cybersecurity flaws to have been discovered. What is the Log4Shell vulnerability? The Log4Shell vulnerability is a flaw in one of the most widely used server software. It is a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability, which means attackers can use it to… Continue reading Why does the Log4Shell vulnerability have tech firms worried?
Fixing idealism in humanities education in India
News: Chief Justice of India expressed his view of bringing more focus on humanities in education and not on professional studies. Why idealism in humanities is required? Today in college, leaders and even corporates are focusing on social justice. They are concerned about issues like equity, diversity, and social change. But this might lead to polarization… Continue reading Fixing idealism in humanities education in India
India-Bangladesh relations: Making Of Shonar Bangla
News: Bangladesh was the first new country to be created after World War II. Today (December 16, 2021) Bangladesh will achieve an important milestone – 50 years of independence. Must read: Recent developments in India-Bangladesh relations-Explained, pointwise Why did East Pakistan demanded a separate country? Jinnah believed that religion is the most irrefutable instrument for… Continue reading India-Bangladesh relations: Making Of Shonar Bangla
Supreme Court cautions against ‘indiscriminate’ use of money laundering law
What is the News? The Supreme Court has told the Enforcement Directorate(ED) that indiscriminate use of the Prevention of Money Laundering(PMLA) Act will dilute the relevance of the legislation. What was the issue? The Court was hearing two cases by petitioners who had been named as accused under the Prevention of Money Laundering(PMLA) Act. What… Continue reading Supreme Court cautions against ‘indiscriminate’ use of money laundering law
