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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 […]

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1 Social media user can seek action if account suspended with no notice: Govt (Governance) Why must social media platforms be held accountable for “subjugating and supplanting fundamental rights like the right to freedom of speech and expression? consequences for the democratic […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1   1& 9 Modi moots free trade agreement for BIMSTEC (International Groupings )   Working hard to help Sri Lanka: Jaishankar Explaining Sri Lanka’s economic crisis (International Relations)   What are the important outcomes of the recent BIMSTEC summit? Know about […]

UAE Golden Visa

In News Recently, Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has been awarded the UAE Golden Visa by the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture & Tourism.  So far, more than 10 Bollywood actors have got their UAE golden visas. Golden Card Visa of UAE It is a long-term residency programme that was announced in May 2019. In 2019, […]

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