Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
Context: Conjunctivitis cases have been surging in India during the monsoon season, as the high humidity and rainfall create a favorable environment for the transmission of the infection. Relevance: GS II: Health Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) Conjunctivitis, commonly known as Pink Eye, is an infection or inflammation of the conjunctiva, the transparent membrane that covers the […]
Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization
Context: Recently, assembling in the Brazilian city of Belem, the members of the Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization sought to chart a common course on how to combat climate change. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization Formation and Purpose: Evolution and Membership: Foundational Objectives: Multi-Faceted Approach: Linguistic Diversity: Collaborative […]
CBI Academy Joins Interpol Global Academy Network
Context: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Academy, a key player in crime investigation and law enforcement training, has joined the Interpol Global Academy Network as its 10th member. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Interpol Global Academy Network The Interpol Global Academy Network, introduced by Interpol in 2019, is a forward-looking initiative designed to bolster Interpol’s role as […]
Dam Safety and Water Resource Management in India
Context: Recently, the Minister of State for Jal Shakti has shed light on India’s significant strides in the realm of dam safety and water resource management. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: Highlighted Initiatives for Dam Safety and Water Resource Management in India Enactment of the Dam Safety Act, 2021: National Committee on […]
NCLT Clears Zee-Sony deal
Context: The National Company Law Tribunal approved the merger of Zee Entertainment Enterprises with Culver Max Entertainment (formerly Sony Pictures Networks India). Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Sony-Zee Merger: Uniting Media Giants Merger Initiation: Ownership Structure: NCLT Intervention and Challenge: NCLAT’s Verdict: National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) Jurisdiction and Authority: […]
RBI Monetary Policy Update
Context: On expected lines, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) left the repo rate unchanged at 6.5% for the third time in a row amid concerns over rise in inflation. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Recent Monetary Policy and RBI Decisions: Policy Repo Rate and CRR: Incremental Cash Reserve Ratio (I-CRR): […]
About The Exercise Zayed Talwar
Context: Indian Navy and United Arab Emirates to conduct bilateral exercise ‘Zayed Talwar from 8th to 11 August 2023. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Exercise Zayed Talwar Participating Ships: Professional Engagement: Mutual Learning: Enhanced Partnership:
About Government e-Marketplace (GeM)
Context: Government e-Marketplace (GeM) marks its 7th Foundation Day as a landmark in India’s procurement landscape. Relevance: GS II- Government policies and Intervention About Government e-Marketplace (GeM) Nodal: Ministry of Commerce and Industry The following are the objectives of the online platform:
About Initiatives Under NEP 2020
Context: Recently, the Minister of State for Education provided valuable insights into the initiatives taken up under National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 for the transformation of Education Sector in India during a written reply in the Lok Sabha. Relevance: GS II: Education Dimensions of the Article: National Education Policy 2020 Introduction and Historical Context: Salient Features of NEP 2020: Key Initiatives under NEP […]
Current Affairs Quiz 11 August 2023
