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News In Short 08-01-2026

Context

  • A new study published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Earth Surface explains recent structural changes in the Thwaites Glacier region and shows how other Antarctic ice shelves may collapse in the future.

    • Doomsday Glacier (Thwaites Glacier)

  • It is an outflow glacier of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet (WAIS), flowing into the Amundsen Sea. 
  • The West Antarctic Ice Sheet is one of the 16 climate tipping elements on the planet.
  • It is nicknamed ‘Doomsday Glacier’ due to its potential to cause major sea-level rise.

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    Hydrogen Molecule As a Precision Test for Fundamental Physics

    Context

  • Recent advances in theoretical physics and experimental spectroscopy have enabled scientists to test the foundations of quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics (QED) using the hydrogen molecule (H₂).

    • Background

  • The hydrogen molecule (H₂), has long been used to test the accuracy of fundamental physical laws. 
  • With advances in experimental techniques, scientists can now measure the energy gaps between different molecular states with an accuracy of one part in 100 billion. 
  • At this level, even very small theoretical inaccuracies become detectable, making it necessary to refine existing models.

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    ‘Natgrid’: The Search Engine of Digital Authoritarianism

    In News

  • Authorities started using the National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID) to trace and track suspects and criminals, though several practical challenges remain on the ground.

    • Background

  • The 2008 Mumbai terror attacks (“26/11”) exposed intelligence lapses, particularly the failure to connect disparate data about the attackers, including David Coleman Headley.
  • In response, institutional and technological reforms were initiated, with NATGRID (National Intelligence Grid) emerging as the “crown jewel” of India’s post-26/11 intelligence apparatus.

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    Centre Creates Three-year PPP Project Pipeline

    Context

  • Recently, the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) has unveiled a three-year Public Private Partnership (PPP) project pipeline aimed at streamlining infrastructure development across India.

    • Scale and Scope of the Pipeline

  • According to the Ministry of Finance, the pipeline currently includes 852 projects across Central Infrastructure Ministries, States, and Union Territories, representing a total estimated cost exceeding ₹17 lakh crore.
  • These projects span critical sectors such as transport, energy, water management, urban development, and social infrastructure.

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    Draft Pesticides Management Bill, 2025

    Context

  • The Agriculture Ministry released the draft Pesticides Management Bill, 2025, seeking public comments on the legislation that aims to replace the Insecticides Act, 1968, and the Insecticides Rules, 1971.

    • Major Features

  • Central Pesticides Board (CPB): It shall be constituted within a period of six months from the date of commencement of this Act.
  • It is an apex regulatory body, providing scientific and technical guidance.
  • Registration Committee: To be constituted within a period of six months from the date of commencement of this Act, it is a specialized panel to handle applications and decisions regarding pesticide registrations.

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    Digitalization of Indian Judiciary

    In News

  • Kalpetta district in Kerala’s Wayanad has become India’s first fully paperless district court system, with all judicial processes conducted digitally from case filing to final judgment. 

    • Digitalization of Indian Judiciary

  • Artificial Intelligence is bringing a major transformation to India’s judiciary and law enforcement by improving efficiency, accessibility, and decision-making.
  • It is aimed at reducing case backlogs, improving transparency, and enhancing access to justice. 

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    US President Signs Order Withdrawing US from 66 International Organisations

    In News

  • The US has withdrawn from 66 international organizations, including 31 UN entities and 35 non-UN bodies.

    • Why is the US Withdrawing?

  • Sovereignty Concerns: Resistance to binding international rules perceived to constrain domestic policy autonomy.
  • Perceived Institutional Bias: Allegations of politicisation, inefficiency, and bias against US or allied interests.
  • Domestic Political Pressures: Multilateral commitments viewed as costly with limited direct electoral benefits.

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    संक्षिप्त समाचार 08-01-2026

    संदर्भ

  • जर्नल ऑफ जियोफिजिकल रिसर्च: अर्थ सरफेस में प्रकाशित एक नई अध्ययन ने थ्वाइट्स ग्लेशियर क्षेत्र में हालिया संरचनात्मक परिवर्तनों को समझाया है और यह भी दिखाया है कि भविष्य में अन्य अंटार्कटिक हिम शेल्फ कैसे ध्वस्त हो सकते हैं।

    • डूम्सडे ग्लेशियर

  • यह पश्चिम अंटार्कटिक हिम परत (WAIS) का एक आउटफ्लो ग्लेशियर है, जो अमुंडसेन सागर में बहता है।
  • पश्चिम अंटार्कटिक हिम परत ग्रह के 16 जलवायु टिपिंग तत्वों में से एक है।

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