About Biohacking
Context: Biohacking is picking up in India especially in metro cities like Delhi and Mumbai and also slowly making inroads into Tier II and III cities too. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Biohacking Categories of Biohacking: -Source: The Hindu
Nasscom Releases Patenting Trends in India
Context: Nasscom recently unveiled the Patenting Trends in India report on World Intellectual Property Day. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: World Intellectual Property Day Historical Background: Patenting Trends in India Report Trends: Key Areas: Artificial Intelligence (AI): -Source: The Hindu
Union Government Seeks Administrative Allocation for Spectrum
Context: The Union government has filed an application for a specific class of spectrum to be allocated through administrative processes rather than competitive auctions. This move follows the Supreme Court’s 2012 decision to cancel 122 telecom licenses due to the 2G spectrum scam, emphasizing the need for fair and impartial allocation of the scarce natural […]
India – Oman Bilateral Relationship
Context: India and Oman will sign a trade deal in the coming months, two Indian government officials said, as New Delhi seeks to expand its ties in the Middle East, where rising tensions are putting major shipping routes at risk. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: India-Oman Trade Deal Highlights: India-Oman Bilateral […]
Supreme Court Rejects 100% VVPAT Verification
Context: The Supreme Court dismissed the demand for 100% verification of Voter Verified Paper Audit Trails (VVPATs) in Indian elections. Additionally, it rejected a return to the earlier ballot paper system, which had been demanded by opposition parties in recent years. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: Recent VVPAT-EVM Tally Case: […]
50th Anniversary of Chipko Movement
Context: Recently marked the completion of 50 years for the Chipko Movement, a landmark environmental movement initiated in Uttarakhand in 1973. Relevance: What Was the Essence of the Chipko Movement? About: Philosophy Behind the Movement: Impact: Relevance of Chipko Movement in 2024: Key Figures and Leaders: Chandi Prasad Bhatt: A Gandhian Social Activist and Environmentalist, pivotal […]
Naxalite Attacks Reported in Chhattisgarh and Assam
Context: Recently, two separate incidents of Naxalite attacks were reported: Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: Understanding Naxalism Origin and Name Spread and Characteristics Ideology and Objectives Activities and Strategies Status of LWE in India States Affected by LWE Causes of Naxalism Economic Factors Exploitation and Marginalization Weak Governance Perceived Failure of […]
Current Affairs Quiz 29 April 2024
Current Affairs 29 April 2024
CONTENTS Naxalite Attacks Reported in Chhattisgarh and Assam Context: Recently, two separate incidents of Naxalite attacks were reported: Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: Understanding Naxalism Origin and Name Spread and Characteristics Ideology and Objectives Activities and Strategies Status of LWE in India States Affected by LWE Causes of Naxalism Economic Factors […]
PIB Summaries 29 April 2024
CONTENTS Indian Historical Records Commission Context: Recently, the Indian Historical Records Commission (IHRC) has adopted a new logo and motto. Relevance: Facts for Prelims IHRC (Indian Historical Records Commission): Logo: Motto: About IHRC: Established in 1919, IHRC is overseen by the Union Minister of Culture. It serves as a national platform for creators, custodians, and users of […]