Garra zubzaensis and Psilorhynchus kosygini
Context: Researchers have recently discovered two new fish species namely Garra zubzaensis and Psilorhynchus kosygini, of torrent minnows in the pristine rivers of Nagaland. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About New Fish Species: The new fish species described here are torrent minnows, belonging to the genus Psilorhynchus under the family Psilorhynchidae. Torrent minnows are freshwater species usually found in fast-flowing streams with […]
Peechi -Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary
Context: A female elephant recently died due to apparent electrocution near a tribal colony close to the Peechi wildlife sanctuary in Kerala’s Thrissur district. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary Vegetation and Terrain Flora Fauna -Source: The Hindu
About the Lake Michigan
Context: Researchers recently surveyed the bottom of Lake Michigan after spotting strange circles on the lakebed in 2022, and new observations show the circles are craters. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Lake Michigan -Source: The Hindu
New Rice Variety Pusa-2090 to Help Reduce Stubble Burning
Context: To address the persistent issue of farm fires in Punjab and Haryana, the government is promoting the adoption of new rice varieties. Pusa-2090 has been identified as a viable alternative to the popular Pusa-44 due to its similar yield potential. Crucially, Pusa-2090 can be harvested in early to mid-October, which is earlier than traditional […]
About The Reforming UN Security Council
Context: As the United Nations nears its 80th anniversary in 2025, the G4 nations (India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan) have renewed their push for significant reforms of the UN Security Council (UNSC). Their call for change is backed by other plurilateral groups, including the L69 and C-10, which supports broadening the representation and improving the […]
Supreme Court Limits Pretrial Detention Under PMLA
Context: The Supreme Court of India has recently issued a ruling against the misuse of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, specifically critiquing its use to unjustly extend the incarceration of accused individuals. The court declared that constitutional courts would not sanction indefinite pretrial detention under this legislation, emphasizing the need for fairness […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 01 October 2024
Contents: India’s Silver Dividend: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities for an Aging Population Context:With a rapidly growing elderly population, India faces the dual challenge of providing adequate healthcare and ensuring the economic inclusion of its senior citizens. While rising longevity and demographic shifts put pressure on social security and healthcare systems, they also present an opportunity […]
About The GST Compensation Cess
Context: The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council recently set up a 10-member GoM to decide on the taxation of luxury, sin, and demerit goods once the compensation cess ends in March 2026. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy GST Compensation Cess The GST Compensation Cess is imposed under Section 8 of The Goods and Services Tax (Compensation […]
Global Innovation Index 2024
Context: The Prime Minister has expressed pride for Indian Innovators as India climbs to the 40th rank in the Global Innovation Index of World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (Growth and Development of Indian Economy, Issues related to Development, Important International Organizations and their reports) Dimensions of the Article: What is Global […]
Rashtriya Poshan Maah
Context: The closing ceremony of 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2024 will be held on 30th September, 2024 at Shaurya Sabhagaar, Ranchi. Relevance: Focus: GS II- Health Dimensions of the Article: National Nutrition Month (Rashtriya Poshan Maah) About Poshan Abhiyaan Implementation of POSHAN Abhiyaan is based on the four-point strategy/pillars of the mission: Issues of Poshan Abhiyaan Anganwadi Centres Integrated […]