April 2022 - Page 31 of 31 - Current Affairs

FASTER Software

In News Recently ,The Chief Justice of India launched ‘Fast and Secure Transmission of Electronic Records’ (FASTER). About FASTER It is a software to transmit Court Orders swiftly, securely through electronic mode. It proposes transmission of e-authenticated copies of the interim orders, stay orders, bail orders and record of proceedings to the duty-holders for compliance […]

Annual dolphin census

In Context The dolphin population along Odisha’s coast and in its water bodies has increased but the number of Irrawaddy dolphins in Chilika lake has fallen according to the Annual dolphin census. Major Points A total of six species of dolphins — Irrawaddy, bottlenose, humpback, striped, finless and spinner dolphins — have been recorded. As […]

Genome editing

In News The central government paved the way for easy introduction of genome edited crops. The government has clearly distinguished such crops from genetically modified crops and has prescribed relatively easier norms for their introduction. What is genome editing? Gene/genome editing refers to technology that permits to change an organism’s DNA. These technologies allow genetic […]

AFSPA lifted from parts of Nagaland, Assam and Manipur

In News Recently ,The Union Home Ministry has considerably reduced the “disturbed areas” under the Armed Forces (Special) Powers Act (AFSPA) in Assam, Manipur and Nagaland. AFSPA remains in force in parts of these three states as well as in parts of Arunachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir. The order, effective from April 1, would […]

World Energy Transitions Outlook 2022

In News IRENA launched the World Energy Transitions Outlook 2022 at the Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue. Key Highlights of the World Energy Transitions Outlook 2022 World Energy Transitions Outlook outlines priority actions till 2030 to keep 1.5°C alive. Aim: It calls on governments to fast-track energy transition for more energy security, resilience and affordable energy […]

Mullaperiyar row and Dam Safety Bill

In News The Supreme Court found in the Dam Safety Act of 2021 a panacea to end the “perennial” legal battle between Tamil Nadu and Kerala over the Mullaperiyar dam. Background The SC was hearing a petition that raised concern over the water level in Mullaperiyar Dam. In the past, the control and safety of […]

State of World Population Report 2022

In News Recently, the UN Population Fund ‘s annual State of World Population Report 2022 was released. About the Report The State of World Population report is UNFPA’s annual flagship publication. It has been published yearly since 1978. It shines a light on emerging issues in the field of sexual and reproductive health and rights, […]

Strucking Down Vanniyars Quota

In News Recently, the Supreme Court (SC) struck down 10.5% reservation within MBCs for Vanniyars in Tamil Nadu. About The Supreme Court upheld the Madras High Court judgement which struck down the law brought in Tamil Nadu last year. It provided 10.5 per cent reservation to Vanniyars, within the Most Backward Classes (MBC) community, in […]

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