Source– The post is based on the article “The lessons of Hiroshima must not drift away” published in “The Hindu” on 5th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – International relations Relevance: Issues related to nuclear weapons and disarmament. News– The article explains the concept of nuclear taboo and nuclear deterrence. What are some facts about… Continue reading The lessons of Hiroshima must not drift away
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Incremental injustice – on Places of Worship Act, 1991
Source– The post is based on the article “Incremental injustice” published in “The Hindu” on 5th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Polity Relevance: Issues related to disputed religious structures News– Recently, the Varanasi District Court ordered the ASI survey of Gyanvapi mosque. What is the stand of HIgh Court and Varanasi district court on right to… Continue reading Incremental injustice – on Places of Worship Act, 1991
Assam’s Manas Tiger Reserve 63% short of sanctioned staff, Environment Minister told
Source: The post is based on the article “Assam’s Manas Tiger Reserve 63% short of sanctioned staff, Environment Minister told” published in The Hindu on 5th August 2023. What is the News? The All India Tiger Estimation 2022 has indicated that Assam’s Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve is moving from a low to high-tiger-density… Continue reading Assam’s Manas Tiger Reserve 63% short of sanctioned staff, Environment Minister told
Why is the Biological Diversity Bill facing opposition?
Source– The post is based on the article “Why is the Biological Diversity Bill facing opposition?” published in “The Hindu” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy Relevance: Issues related to global economic development News– Recently Parliament passed the Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill, 2021. Why are there issues with the Bill? The Bill provides exemptions… Continue reading Why is the Biological Diversity Bill facing opposition?
Amid row, Data Protection Bill tabled
Source: The post is based on the article “Amid row, Data Protection Bill tabled” published in The Hindu on 4th August 2023 What is the News? Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023 has been introduced in the Lok Sabha. The Bill seeks to provide for the protection of personal data and the privacy of individuals.… Continue reading Amid row, Data Protection Bill tabled
Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for license
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for license” published in The Hindu on 5th August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What does the HSN Code 8471 say?3 What are the exemptions provided under this order?4 Why has the government imposed these restrictions?5 What is… Continue reading Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for license
From state visit to a more robust trade relationship
Source: The post is based on the article “From state visit to a more robust trade relationship” published in “The Hindu” on 3rd August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests News: In this article author discusses the historic visit of India’s Prime Minister to Washington.… Continue reading From state visit to a more robust trade relationship
The contours of India’s ‘formal jobs’ crisis
Source– The post is based on the article “The contours of India’s ‘formal jobs’ crisis” published in the “The Hindu” on 3rd August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy and employment Relevance: Statistics on employment News– The article explains the EPF numbers on employment in India. It also explains the issues related to employment and employment… Continue reading The contours of India’s ‘formal jobs’ crisis
Govt. kicks off contractual dispute settlement scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt. kicks off contractual dispute settlement scheme” published in The Hindu on 3rd August 2023 What is the News? Government of India has launched the Vivad se Vishwas-II scheme for settling contractual disputes involving the government and government undertakings. What is the Vivad se Vishwas-II Scheme? … Continue reading Govt. kicks off contractual dispute settlement scheme
Narco-terror nexus examined case-wise, Centre informs RS
Source: The post is based on the article “Narco-terror nexus examined case-wise, Centre informs RS” published in The Hindu on 3rd August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 India’s Vulnerability to drug trafficking:3 Is there a nexus between narcotics business and terrorist activities?4 What are the steps taken by the government of India to tackle… Continue reading Narco-terror nexus examined case-wise, Centre informs RS
