Arrests Made for Supplying Snake Venom for Rave Party
Context: In a recent development, the police have arrested several individuals for allegedly supplying snake venom for a rave party. The arrests were made under the provisions of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, and the Indian Penal Code (Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, 2023). Such incidents highlight the illicit and dangerous practices that can endanger both […]
Forced Labour and its Economic Implications
Context: The International Labour Organization (ILO) recently unveiled a report titled ‘Profits and poverty: The economics of forced labour’, shedding light on the dire economic implications of forced labour globally. According to the report, forced labour is responsible for generating illegal profits amounting to a staggering USD 36 billion annually. This alarming revelation underscores the […]
Key Highlights of the World Air Quality Report 2023
Context: India has been identified as the world’s third most polluted country, as per the World Air Quality Report 2023 by Swiss organisation IQAir. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the World Air Quality Report 2023: WHO Air Quality Guidelines: Pollutants Covered: Particulate Matter (PM): -Source: The Hindu
World Forest Day 2024
Context: World Forest Day, also known as International Day of Forests, is celebrated on March 21 each year. Relevance: Facts for Prelims World Forest Day Historical Background: Theme for Current Year:
Launch of Digital Criminal Case Management System
Context: The Ministry of Home Affairs has taken a significant step forward in bolstering India’s capabilities against terrorism and organized crime. In New Delhi, they inaugurated a digital Criminal Case Management System (CCMS) developed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). This system aims to streamline and enhance the management of criminal cases. Alongside the CCMS, […]
Multiple Independently Targetable Re-Entry Vehicle (MIRV) Technology
Context: On March 11, the Indian Prime Minister declared India’s entry into a select group of nations capable of deploying multiple nuclear warheads on a single missile. This milestone was achieved through the inaugural flight test of Agni-V, India’s longest-range ballistic missile, boasting a range of over 5,000 kilometers. Relevance: GS3- Mains Question: The choice […]
About World Water Day and Women
Context: Despite significant strides in expanding access to water in households across India, findings from the National Sample Survey 78th round multiple indicator survey (2020-21) reveal that more than 41% of rural households still lack access to safely managed drinking water within their homes. Moreover, there are persistent geographical disparities in household access to safe water, […]
About Spring Equinox
Context: March 19 marked the spring or vernal equinox, the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Relevance: GS I: Geography About Spring Equinox: Northern Hemisphere: Southern Hemisphere: Seasonal Changes: -Source: The Hindu
About Reverse Flipping
Context: Startups such as Pine Labs, Zepto, Meesho are the latest new-age companies looking to move headquarters to India. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy About Reverse Flipping: What is Flipping? Harm to India from Flipping: -Source: The Economic Times
State of Global Climate Report 2023
Context: The new annual State of the Global Climate report, published recently by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO), found that 2023 was the hottest year on record. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: About State of Global Climate Report 2023: Highlights of the 2023 Report: Record-High Temperatures: Climate System Indicators: Marine […]