The Telecommunications Bill 2023
Context: The nearing enactment of the Telecommunications Bill, 2023, brings the Union government closer to its longstanding goal of consolidating regulations for wireless networks and Internet service providers. Relevance: GS- 2 Government Policies & Interventions GS- 3 Mains Question: With reference to the recent Telecommunications Bill, 2023, discuss how it aims to regulate the telecom […]
Self Assessment Test and Help for Entrance Exams Portal
Context: The Ministry of Education (MoE) recently said they would write to all states to encourage aspirants to utilise the newly launched portal for exam preparation, SATHEE (Self Assessment Test and Help for Entrance Exams). Relevance: Facts for Prelims, Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: SATHEE (Self Assessment Test and Help for Entrance […]
National Geoscience Data Repository Portal
Context: The Union Ministry of Mines is to launch the National Geoscience Data Repository (NGDR) Portal on 19th December 2023 in a ceremony in New Delhi. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: National Geoscience Data Repository Portal: Geological Survey of India (GSI):
Mount Vinson and the Ellsworth Mountains
Context: Recently, Kerala government employee Shaikh Hassan Khan has climbed Mount Vinson. Relevance: Facts for Prelims Dimensions of the Article: Mount Vinson and the Ellsworth Mountains: Mount Vinson: Vinson Massif: Geographical Location: Ellsworth Mountains: Key Facts: -Source: The Hindu
About A Noma Disease
Context: Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced the inclusion of noma (cancrum oris or gangrenous stomatitis) in its official list of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). Relevance: GS II: Health Noma Disease Affected Population: Progression: Transmission and Contagiousness: Treatment: Conclusion: -Source: WHO
About A Ketamine
Context: Recently, the autopsy report for Matthew Perry, stating that the actor’s cause of death was the “acute effects of ketamine,” which has sparked concerns and questions about the use of this medication. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: About Ketamine: Chemical Origins and Mechanism: Medical Applications: Impact on the Body: Regulatory Status […]
About The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra
Context: PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Varanasi where he addressed a Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra event. He is also scheduled to inaugurate the second edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam during this visit. Relevance: GS I: Culture Dimensions of the Article: Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra: Aims: Implementation: Achievements: About Kashi Tamil Sangamam […]
What are e-Cigarettes?
Context: Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) has urged governments to treat e-cigarettes similarly to tobacco and ban all flavors, threatening cigarette companies’ bets on smoking alternatives. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: What are e-Cigarettes? Concerns Raised by WHO Regarding e-Cigarettes Recruitment and Trapping of Youth Alarming Trends in Specific Regions Health Risks […]
Arctic Report Card 2023: Key Highlights
Context: Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released its 18th Annual Arctic Report Card, highlighting the profound impact of extreme weather and Climate Events on the Arctic. Relevance: GS I: Geography Dimensions of the Article: Arctic Report Card 2023: Key Highlights Record Summer Warmth: Impact of Extreme Weather: Thawing Permafrost and Greenhouse Gas Release: Decline […]
Logistics Ease Across Different States 2023 Report
Context: As many as 11 States and two UTs have been named as ‘Achievers’ in the LEADS [Logistics Ease Across Different States] 2023 report released by the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I). Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Aricle: Logistics Market in India: Need for a Holistic Logistics Policy […]