Ken-Betwa Link Project
Context: The Ken-Betwa Link Project (KBLP) recently secured final forest clearance after a significant government push. While the forest clearance is secured, the project’s wildlife clearance remains under scrutiny at the Supreme Court of India. Relevance: GS-I: Geography (Drainage System in India, Projects to improve Irrigation), GS-II: Polity and Governance (Inter-State Relations) Dimensions of the Article: Interlinking of Rivers As of now, […]
What Is A Deepfake Technology?
Context: The Central government is looking to invoke a law that would require WhatsApp to share details about the first originator of a message. The basis for this are multiple deepfake videos of politicians circulating on WhatsApp. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: What is a deepfake? Background: Where can it […]
About the CAR T-cell therapy
Context: Recently, the IIT Bombay-incubated company Immuno Adoptive Cell Therapy has received Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSO) approval of the first humanized CD19-targeted Chimeric Antigen Receptor T cell (CAR-T cell) Therapy product called NexCAR19 (Actalycabtagene autoleucel) for use in cases of relapsed/refractory B-cell Lymphomas and Leukaemia in India. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: CAR T-cell Therapy Chimeric […]
Gandhi’s Opposition to Jewish Nation-State Resurfaces Amid Israel-Palestine Conflict
Context: The opposition of Mahatma Gandhi to a Jewish nation-state in Palestine has gained renewed attention because of ongoing conflict and tensions between Israel and Palestine. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Gandhi’s Opposition to a Jewish Nation-State in Palestine Gandhi’s Sympathy for the Jewish People: The Zionist Movement and the Balfour Declaration: Gandhi’s Opposition: Gandhi’s Influence […]
NGT Issues Notices to Stakeholders After Teesta-III Dam Break
Context: Responding to the Teesta-III dam break due to the glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF), the National Green Tribunal (NGT) issued notices to 3 key stakeholders including National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC). Relevance: GS-III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: National Green Tribunal (NGT) Structure of National Green Tribunal Powers of NGT The NGT […]
GI tag for Arunachal Yak Churpi
Context: Recently, the Jaderi namakatti was given the GI tag by the Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Jaderi Namakatti: A Traditional Clay Craft Geographical Indications (GI) Tag Definition and Importance: Administration and Registration: Significance and Examples: Ownership and Proprietorship: Location of the Geographical Indications Registry:
Central Road and Infrastructure Fund
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has disclosed the approval of seven crucial bridge projects in Arunachal Pradesh under the Setu Bandhan Scheme under Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF). Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) Central Road Fund Act (Amendment), 2018: Setu Bandhan Scheme:
LongTerm Risks of Artificial Intelligence
Context: Risk is a dynamic and continuously changing concept, influenced by shifts in societal values, technological progress, and scientific discoveries. Before the digital age, openly sharing personal details was relatively safe. However, in the era of cyberattacks and data breaches, the same action now carries significant dangers. Relevance: GS3- Science and Technology Mains Question: “In […]
Appointment Of Chief Justice
Context: The affirmation from the Center to the Supreme Court regarding the imminent notification of appointment of Chief Justice (CJ) of the Manipur High Court is a positive development. Indicating a more cooperative stance towards Collegium recommendations, the Center has submitted 70 names endorsed by constitutional authorities from various states for High Court judge appointments. […]
Current Affairs Quiz 17 October 2023
