In Context Recently, the NCRB data on preventive detentions in 2021 was released. Data Highlights Preventive detentions in 2021: According to the latest crime statistics released by the National Crime Records Bureau, Preventive detentions in 2021 saw a rise of over 23.7% compared to the year before. In 2021, over 1.1 lakh people being placed […]
In Context Recently, the National Medical Commission (NMC), the apex regulatory body of medical professionals in India, has written to all State Medical Councils, banning conversion therapy. More about the news The NMC is following a Madras High Court directive to issue an official notification listing conversion therapy as wrong, under the Indian Medical Council […]
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 UPA MLAs return to Ranchi for trust vote (Polity and Governance ) What is a trust vote? GS 1 6 A golden memory of Rajamahendravaram (History ) Know about Rajamahendravaram GS 2 8 India and Australia, from […]
In Context The fifth round of the bilateral Track 1.5 dialogue will set the pace for Canberra’s deepening relationship with New Delhi. About Australia-India Leadership Dialogue It is the premier forum for informal diplomacy between Australia and India. It is structured as a multistakeholder cross-sectoral roundtable that involves 50 delegates including business leaders, cabinet ministers […]
In News Recently, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) sanctioned the development of Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)-Mk2 at a total cost of ?9,000 crore. About The LCA-Mk2 will be a heavier and much more capable aircraft than the current LCA variants and the LCA-Mk1A. Features: The Mk2 is 1350 mm longer, featuring canards Enhanced range […]
In News Former Kerala health minister K K Shailaja has declined her nomination for the 2022 Ramon Magsaysay Award. About Ramon Magsaysay Award It is Asia’s premier prize and highest honour which recognizes greatness of spirit shown in selfless service to the peoples of Asia. It is presented in formal ceremonies in Manila, Philippines on […]
In News Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully demonstrated a new technology with Inflatable Aerodynamic Decelerator (IAD). About Inflatable Aerodynamic Decelerator (IAD) Development : It was designed, developed and successfully test-flown by ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) on a Rohini-300 (RH300 Mk II) sounding rocket from the Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station (TERLS). […]
In News Recently, the Department of Science & Technology (DST) has announced the setting up of India’s first Dark Sky Reserve in Hanle, Ladakh in the next three months. It will be located as part of Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary. Hanle It is about 4,500 metres above sea level and it hosts telescopes . It is […]
Context Recent Chinese investment in a Sea cucumber farm has raised concerns among northern Sri Lankan fishermen. Sea Cucumber About: Sea cucumbers are marine animals with a leathery skin and an elongated body containing a single, branched gonad. They are found in both tropical and temperate oceans, where they inhabit the intertidal zone as well […]
In News Recently, the PM hails freedom fighter V O Chidambaram Pillai on his birth anniversary. About V. O. Chidambaram Pillai Early Life: V. O. Chidambaram Pillai was born on September 5, 1872 in the town of Ottapidaram in Tuticorin district of Tamil Nadu. Career in Politics: V. O. Chidambaram Pillai entered into active politics […]
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