Monthly Archives: May 2021
Panel to Define Hate Speech
In News A panel constituted by the Union Home Ministry to suggest reforms to the British-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) is likely to propose a separate Section on “offences relating to speech and expression”. About The committee is examining a gamut of subjects pertaining to reforms in the Indian Penal Code (IPC). As there is […]
IT Rules 2021 Come into Effect
In News Recently, Facebook has clarified that it aims to comply with the provisions of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules 2021, which have come into effect. In February 2021, the Centre notified these rules and significant social media intermediaries were given a three month deadline for compliance, ending on […]
The Indian Express
Indian Express Subject Page No. Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 No from vaccine makers, states urge Centre to procure for all (Health ) Challenges associated with a massive shortage of […]
The Hindu
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 1 1 Odisha, Bengal grapple with evacuation ahead of cyclone (Geography) Know about the cyclone Yaas. What are cyclones, causes and favourable conditions for occurrence, impacts, mitigation and management and the naming system? GS 2 1 9 9 Migrant workers may […]
Facts in News
Facts in News Banni Grassland (Environment) Recently, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has ordered the removal of encroachments in Banni grasslands, Gujarat. The local nomadic people (Maldhari) have complained about non-forest activities in violation of the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 and Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006. Banni Grassland Location: Rann of Kutch in […]
Procedure for Granting World Heritage Site Tag: UNESCO
In News Recently, the Maharashtra government has submitted a tentative “serial” nomination seeking the World Heritage Site tag for 14 forts. The 14 forts are from the era of 17th century Maratha king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on the theme of Maratha Military Architecture in Maharashtra. 14 Forts in Maharashtra’s Proposal Raigad Fort Originally called Rairi, […]
India and Israel Program for Cooperation in Agriculture
In News India and Israel signed a three-year work program for cooperation in Agriculture. About India and Israel have had bilateral relations since 1993 in the agricultural sector. This is the 5th Indo-Israel Agriculture Action Plan (IIAP). Both India and Israel are implementing the “INDO-ISRAEL Agricultural Project Centres of Excellence” and “INDO-ISRAEL Villages of Excellence”. […]
Havana Syndrome
In News Recently, the number of reported cases of mysterious illness that is linked to Havana Syndrome has started growing . Havana Syndrome In late 2016, US diplomats and other employees stationed in Havana reported feeling ill after hearing strange sounds and experiencing odd physical sensations in their hotel rooms or homes. The symptoms included […]
Air India Data Breach
In News In News Recently, in a cyber-attack on Air India’s data processor, 10 years worth of the national carrier’s customer data have been leaked. About the Data Breach The incident affected around 45 lakh data subjects in the world and pertained to personal data registered between August 2011 and February 2021. Air India’s passenger […]
Editorial Analysis
- Protecting Women’s Rights Amid Conflict and Instability
- US & Israel’s Strikes On Iran: Strategic, Humanitarian and Global Implications
- Internationalisation of the Indian Rupee: A Gradual & Strategic Shift
- Bridging Funding Gaps For Sustainable Farming
- Reimagining FCI: From Open-Ended Procurement to Smart Buffer Management
