Cross-blood transplant performed on a patient with Bombay blood
Context : First-Ever Cross-Blood Kidney Transplant for Bombay Blood Group Relevance : GS 2(health) ,G S 3(Science) Challenges of the Bombay Blood Group in Transplantation Breakthrough Medical Innovation The process involved: Successful Surgery & Post-Operative Recovery Implications & Future Prospects Medical & Research Breakthrough Challenges & Further Research Needed
Is global warming accelerating?
Context:Record-Breaking January 2025: Relevance : GS 3(Environment ,Climate Change) Scientific Debate on Acceleration: Skepticism from Other Scientists: Natural Climate Factors & Their Impact: Uncertainty About 2025: Implications: Policy & Global Response: Scientific Uncertainty & Debate:
Hamas to stop release of prisoners, accuses Israel of ceasefire violations
Context : Hamas’ Announcement: Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) Accusations Against Israel: Ceasefire Status: Israeli Response: Hostage Release Status: Implications
Modi arrives in France for AI summit
Context: AI Action Summit: Relevance :GS 2(International Relations), GS 3(Technology) Bilateral Engagements with France: Nuclear & Energy Collaboration: Tribute to Indian Soldiers: Geopolitical & Strategic Significance Next Stop: United States
What Has the Budget Offered Scientists?
Overall Budget Trends Relevance : GS 2(Governance) , GS 3(Science) Sector-Wise Analysis Department of Biotechnology (DBT): Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR): Nuclear Energy and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs): Challenges & Criticism
Centre’s allocations for justice-related schemes fluctuate
Context : Findings from the India Justice Report 2025-26 Relevance : GS 2(Judiciary ) Declining Budget Allocations: Modernisation Fund for State Police Forces: Modernisation of Forensic Capacities: Modernisation of Prisons Fund: Judiciary-Related Schemes: Infrastructure Development for Judiciary: Key Issues & Implications
The problem of regulating live-in relationships
Mandatory Registration: Opposite-sex live-in relationships must be registered within one month. Relevance : GS 2(Governance) Potential Issues and Criticism Legal and Social Mismatch Violation of Sexual Autonomy and Privacy State and Parental Control Over Adults: Police Surveillance: Exclusion and Discrimination Conclusion The UCC’s approach prioritises control over protection, undermining individual rights. Instead of ensuring welfare and legal […]
Current Affairs Quiz 11 February 2025
Current Affairs 11 February 2025
Content: The problem of regulating live-in relationships Mandatory Registration: Opposite-sex live-in relationships must be registered within one month. Relevance : GS 2(Governance) Potential Issues and Criticism Legal and Social Mismatch Violation of Sexual Autonomy and Privacy State and Parental Control Over Adults: Police Surveillance: Exclusion and Discrimination Conclusion The UCC’s approach prioritises control over protection, […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 11 February 2025
Content: Gaza and Trump’s ‘expanding the canvas’ strategy Context :Trump’s ‘Expanding the Canvas’ Strategy Relevance : GS 2(International Relations) Practice Question : Analyze the implications of Trump’s ‘Expanding the Canvas’ strategy in the context of West Asia’s geopolitical, security, and economic landscape. (250 words) Geopolitical Reconfiguration in West Asia Political and Security Challenges Economic Challenges […]