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African Cheetah
In News The introduction of African Cheetah from Namibia into India has been postponed due to Omicron variant restrictions. About African Cheetah Scientific Name: Acinonyx jubatus jubatus Description: Timid and introverted predators, They have a long, slender body measuring 1.2 meters (4 feet), with a long tail (65–85 cm ) to balance, that generally ends […]
ESG Funds
In News The asset size of ESG funds has ballooned nearly five times to Rs 12,300 crore over the last couple of years. About Environment, social responsibility, and corporate governance have of late emerged as key themes for investors in India. The demand and growth for ESG funds in Asia, especially in India, has been […]
Election Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021
In News Introducing The Election Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021, the Union Law Minister said the legislation will end bogus voting in the country and make the electoral process more credible. Proposed changes in the Bill Linking Aadhaar to the Voter ID: The Election Laws (Amendment) Bill also seeks to allow the electoral registration officers to […]
Anti Defection Law (10th Schedule)
In News Meghalaya Speaker rejected Congress’ plea to disqualify its 12 MLAs who deserted the party and joined TMC and declared their move as ‘valid’ under the 10th Schedule of the Constitution. About The 10th Schedule of the Constitution contains provisions relating to disqualification on the ground of defection. It was included under the 52nd […]
Mediation Bill, 2021 in RS to Formalize Pre-Litigation Mediation
In News The Centre introduced in the Rajya Sabha the Mediation Bill, 2021, which institutionalized the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism of pre-litigation mediation in matters of civil or commercial dispute before parties approach a court or a tribunal. About Mediation Council of India: The Bill provides for the establishment of the Mediation Council of […]
Cold Waves in Northwest India
In Context The India Meteorological Department has predicted a cold wave in parts of Northwest India. What is Cold Wave? The IMD defines a cold wave qualitatively as “a condition of air temperature which becomes fatal to the human body when exposed.” According to the IMD, cold wave conditions occur when the mercury falls below […]
Indian Express
Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 WHO sets the stage for Covid-19 booster: Prioritise high-risk groups (Health ) What is the significance of the recent announcement of the World Health Organisation in the context of the introduction of booster doses? What is COVID-19 vaccine booster dose […]
The Hindu
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 Heated winter session concludes a day early (Polity and Governance) Know about the sessions of the Parliament and key terminologies associated with the Parliament working, the major output of the recent session GS 2 1 UNSC adopts resolution to […]
Philippines
In News Recently, Super typhoon Rai caused havoc in the Philippines. Typhoon Rai, known in the Philippines as Typhoon Odette, is currently a powerful tropical cyclone over the South China Sea which recently passed through the Philippines. About the Philippines Capital: Manila Location: Archipelago country, part of Southeast Asia & located in the western Pacific […]
