In News Recently, a report titled “Antimicrobial Consumption and Resistance in Bacteria from Humans and Animals” has found positive associations between antimicrobial consumption (AMC) in animals and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in animals as well as in humans. About the Report It analysed possible relationships between AMC in humans and food-producing animals and the occurrence of […]
In News Recently, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has decided to move an adjournment motion in the Lok Sabha against the government on the three controversial farm laws. About The farm laws — the “Farmers’ Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2020, the “Farmers (Empowerment and Protection) Agreement of Price Assurance and Farm […]
The sedition law, enshrined in Section 124A of IPC, was introduced by the British government in 1870 to tackle dissent against colonial rule.
In News Recently, the External Affairs Minister of India has met the President of Afghanistan to discuss the evolving situation in the war-torn country and reiterated India’s support. Background The US has decided to withdraw its forces from Afghanistan by August-end, ending a nearly two-decade of its military presence in the country. This has led […]
In News Recently, the Andhra Pradesh government has announced 10 percent reservation for the Kapu community and other Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Major Highlights The reservation has been provided for appointments in the initial posts and services in the State government in accordance with the Constitution (103rd Amendment) Act, 2019. It will benefit Kapus who […]
In News The Goa Leader of Opposition is going to move a resolution for changes to anti-defection law. About They are set to move a private member’s resolution during the next session of the Assembly to bring about necessary changes in the anti-defection law. Proposed Changes: Cases to directly go to High Court or Supreme […]
In News Recently, the A.P. govt. moved to the Supreme Court against Telangana for Krishna River water. About Andhra Pradesh accused Telangana of refusing to follow decisions taken on river water management in the Apex Council. It has also ignored the directions of the Krishna River Management Board (KRMB) constituted under the 2014 Act and […]
In News Recently, the Ministry of Civil Aviation released Draft Drone Rules, 2021, for public consultation. The rules will replace the Unmanned Aircraft System Rules, 2021, notified on March 12, 2021. Key Points of New Rules Number of forms to be filled, reduced: The number of forms to be filled to seek authorisation before operating […]
In News Recently, the Supreme Court (SC) struck down certain provisions of the Tribunals Reforms (Rationalisation and Conditions of Service) Ordinance, 2021. About In a 2:1 verdict, the SC struck down certain provisions such as fixing 4-year terms for members. It relates to the minimum age requirement of 50 for appointment as Chairperson or Members […]
In News Recently, the Cabinet approved the Extension of term of the Commission constituted under Article 340 of the Constitution. About The Commission was constituted to examine the issue of Sub-categorization within Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in the Central List. The extension is for 6 months beyond 31st July 2021 and upto 31st January 2022. […]
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