Source: The post is based on the article “What is the ‘Open Network for Digital Commerce’?” published in The Hindu on 22nd May 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Open Network for Digital Commerce(ONDC)?3 What is the purpose of launching ONDC?4 What is the criticism against ONDC? What is the News? The Union… Continue reading What is the ‘Open Network for Digital Commerce’?
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Ganga Praharis Initiative: Guardians of the Ganga: task force keeps a watchful eye on the river
Source: The post is based on the article “Guardians of the Ganga: task force keeps a watchful eye on the river” published in The Hindu on 22nd May 2023 What is the News? Over 4,000 Ganga Praharis under the Namami Gange initiative have been keeping a check on littering and poaching in the Ganga River… Continue reading Ganga Praharis Initiative: Guardians of the Ganga: task force keeps a watchful eye on the river
After sugar, it is time to regulate how much salt is being consumed
Source: The post is based on the article “After sugar, it is time to regulate how much salt is being consumed” published in The Hindu on 22nd May 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the impact on health due to excess salt intake?3 What is the WHO’s target for reducing salt intake?4 How… Continue reading After sugar, it is time to regulate how much salt is being consumed
Return of ₹2,000 currency notes to bolster bank coffers, money market liquidity: report
Source: The post is based on the article “Return of ₹2,000 currency notes to bolster bank coffers, money market liquidity: report” published in The Hindu on 22nd May 2023 What is the News? According to a report, the Reserve Bank of India’s(RBI) decision to withdraw ₹2,000 notes from circulation is likely to improve banking system… Continue reading Return of ₹2,000 currency notes to bolster bank coffers, money market liquidity: report
SBI’s u-turn: No slip, ID proof needed to swap ₹2,000 notes
Source: The post is based on the article “SBI’s u-turn: No slip, ID proof needed to swap ₹2,000 notes” published in The Hindu on 22nd May 2023 What is the News? State Bank of India(SBI) has withdrawn its decision on the mandatory filing of a slip for the exchange of ₹2,000 banknotes at its branches.… Continue reading SBI’s u-turn: No slip, ID proof needed to swap ₹2,000 notes
WHO Launches Global Network to Detect Infectious Disease Threat
Source: The post is based on the article “WHO Launches Global Network to Detect Infectious Disease Threat” published in The Hindu on 22nd May 2023 What is the News? The World Health Organization has launched the International Pathogen Surveillance Network(IPSN). What is the International Pathogen Surveillance Network(IPSN)? Purpose: IPSN is a global network to help… Continue reading WHO Launches Global Network to Detect Infectious Disease Threat
Understanding a human pangenome map
Source: The post is based on the article “Understanding a human pangenome map” published in The Hindu on 22nd May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Science and Technology News: A pangenome reference map has been built using genomes from 47 anonymous individuals from Africa, the Caribbean, Americas, East Asia, and Europe. The article explains its relevance. Contents1… Continue reading Understanding a human pangenome map
India as a Quad-led biomanufacturing hub
Source: This post is created based on the article “India as a Quad-led biomanufacturing hub”, published in The Hindu on 22nd May 2023. Syllabus Topic: GS paper 3- Science and technology – News: The Quad (Australia, India, Japan, and the United States) created a Critical and Emerging Technology Working Group in March 2021. However, the… Continue reading India as a Quad-led biomanufacturing hub
Tracking SDG progress the Bhopal way
Source: The post is based on the article “Tracking SDG progress the Bhopal way” published in The Hindu on 20th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Mechanisms, Laws, Institutions & Bodies Constituted for Protection & Betterment of Vulnerable Sections News: Bhopal has released its Voluntary Local Review (VLR). With that it has become the first city in… Continue reading Tracking SDG progress the Bhopal way
Even limited arsenic exposure can mar cognitive ability: study
Source: The post is based on the article “Even limited arsenic exposure can mar cognitive ability: study” published in The Hindu on 20th May 2023 What is the News? A study has found that even low levels of arsenic consumption may impact cognitive function in children, adolescents and young adults. What is Arsenic? Arsenic is… Continue reading Even limited arsenic exposure can mar cognitive ability: study
