Delhi High Court’s Recommendations on Organ Transplant Timelines
Context: The Delhi High Court has suggested an optimal timeframe of 6-8 weeks for concluding organ transplant procedures involving living donors. In a directive to the government, the court emphasized the importance of adhering to specific timelines for every stage of organ donation applications, aligning with The Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues (THOT) Act, […]
Diplomatic Turmoil in Maldives and Shifting Alliances
Context: The Maldives is currently navigating diplomatic turmoil marked by undiplomatic remarks, military repositioning, and the termination of significant agreements, prompting concerns about its relationship with India. Additionally, the Maldives has entered into new agreements with China, adding complexity to the geopolitical dynamics in the region. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: […]
Global Economic Prospects 2024 World Bank
Context: Recently, the World Bank (WB) has released its Global Economic Prospects Report, which shows that the global economy may witness a poor performance by the end of 2024, the slowest half-decade of GDP (Gross Domestic Product) growth in 30 years. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Global Economic Outlook 2024: Key […]
Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT)
Context: Recently, an official delegation from the Department of Science and Technology visited Mauna Kea to discuss “challenges” to the Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) project. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT): Objective: Collaboration: Capabilities: Segmented Mirror: Location: Indian Contribution: Expected Contribution: Monetary Value: Consortium Leadership: Funding: -Source: […]
About The Lentil Production
Context: India is set to become the world’s largest producer of lentil (masoor) during the 2023-24 crop years on account of higher acreage. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: Lentil Overview: Consumption: Climatic Conditions: Soil Requirements: Cultivation Regions: Characteristics: Global Production: Indian Import Scenario: -Source: The Hindu
PM-eBus Sewa Scheme Overview
Context: The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister recently said that the Ministry has floated tenders for procuring buses under the PM-eBus Sewa scheme. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: PM-eBus Sewa Scheme Overview: Objective: Operation Model: Financial Support: Coverage: Scheme Segments: Augmenting City Bus Services and Associated Infrastructure: Green […]
Army Adopts Topa Pir as Model Village
Context: The Army has adopted Topa Pir village in Poonch district as a model village under the Sadbhavana scheme. Relevance: GS III: Defence Dimensions of the Article: Background: Topa Pir Village Incident Sparking Attention: Civilian Casualties: Impact on Local Relations: Military Response: Initiative Launch: About Operation Sadbhavana in Ladakh Achieving Objectives: Health and Sanitation Assistance: […]
World Employment and Social Outlook
Context: The International Labour Organisation (ILO) presents the World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2024 report, signaling a projected rise in the global unemployment rate in 2024. Growing inequalities and stagnant productivity emerge as significant concerns. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of ILO’s Trends 2024 Report Resilient Labor Markets: […]
Rollover Plan for Republic Day Parade Tableaux Showcase
Context: The Ministry of Defence introduces a rollover plan allowing States and Union Territories an opportunity to present their tableaux in the Republic Day Parade, addressing concerns raised by some states excluded from the 2024 event. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: States/Union Territories Selected for Republic Day Parade 2024: Additional […]
Global Risk Report 2024
Context: The World Economic Forum (WEF) presents a comprehensive Global Risk Report 2024, shedding light on imminent threats anticipated over the next decade. Amidst technological upheavals, economic fluctuations, climate concerns, and geopolitical tensions, the report underscores severe risks shaping our future. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Global […]