What is the Inter-State Council?
Context: The Indian government has recently reconstituted the Inter-State Council (ISC) after two years, with the last reconstitution in 2022, appointing the Prime Minister(PM) as chairman and underscoring a renewed commitment to Centre-State relations and cooperative federalism. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is the Inter-State Council? Composition and Leadership: Historical Amendments: Secretariat: Benefits of ISC Deliberations: Challenges Facing […]
Current Affairs Quiz 14 November 2024
Current Affairs 14 November 2024
CONTENTS Inter-State Council Context: The Indian government has recently reconstituted the Inter-State Council (ISC) after two years, with the last reconstitution in 2022, appointing the Prime Minister(PM) as chairman and underscoring a renewed commitment to Centre-State relations and cooperative federalism. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: What is the Inter-State Council? Composition and Leadership: Historical Amendments: Secretariat: Benefits of ISC […]
PIB Summaries 14 November 2024
CONTENTS Central Government Introduces New Rules to Enhance Enforcement of Water Pollution Laws Context: The Central Government has announced the implementation of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) (Manner of Holding Inquiry and Imposition of Penalty) Rules, 2024. These new rules are designed to streamline the process of inquiry and imposition of penalties for […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 14 November 2024
Content Surprise Spike Context:Unexpected Inflation Surge Relevance: GS 3 (Economy ) Practice Question: Discuss the factors that led to the unexpected spike in India’s inflation rate in October 2024.Suggest key policy measures .(250 words ) Food Prices as Key Driver RBI’s Stance: Economic Implications Government’s View : Policy Response: Manipur’s Misery Context : Relevance:GS 2 […]
Static Quiz 14 November 2024 (Indian Economy)
Current Affairs Quiz 13 November 2024
About The Caterpillar Fungus
Context: New research into a chemical produced by a caterpillar fungus that has shown promise as a possible cancer treatment has revealed how it interacts with genes to interrupt cell growth signals. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Caterpillar Fungus (Ophiocordyceps Sinensis) Biological Classification and Habitat: Local Names and Cultural Significance: Habitats in India: Conservation […]
Snakebite Envenoming
Context: Recently, the Tamil Nadu government has officially declared snakebite envenomation as a notifiable disease under the Tamil Nadu Public Health Act, 1939. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Snakebite Envenoming (SE) Impact of SE Mortality Data WHO’s Strategy Against SE Indian Efforts -Source: Indian Express
Impact of Ransomware Attack on Banking Operations
Context: According to the 2023-24 annual report of the Department of Personnel Training (DoPT), a crucial defence unit was affected by a ransomware attack in 2023. The CBI investigated multiple cybercrimes with national security implications, including ransomware, a massive DDOS attack on critical infrastructure, and a malware breach within a Ministry. Relevance: GS III: Security […]