Why are PwDs worried about DPDP rules?
Why in the News? The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) plans to complete public consultations on the draft… Continue reading Why are PwDs worried about DPDP rules?
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What is the Tea Horse Road?
Why in the News? Recently, China’s Ambassador to India highlighted the historical significance of ‘Tea Horse Road’ in fostering Sino-Indian… Continue reading What is the Tea Horse Road?
Ultra-Conserved Elements (UCEs) in DNA
Why in the News? Researchers have discovered a reason why certain segments of the human and mouse genomes (Tra2b gene)… Continue reading Ultra-Conserved Elements (UCEs) in DNA
Over 70% Farmers still use Cash to sell their Produce
Why in the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) survey on agricultural transactions reveals that cash remains the primary… Continue reading Over 70% Farmers still use Cash to sell their Produce
SPHEREx Telescope
Why in the News? NASA is set to launch its latest space telescope, SPHEREx (Spectro-Photometer for the History of the… Continue reading SPHEREx Telescope
Veer Savarkar and His Contributions
Why in the News? Prime Minister paid tribute to Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary (26th February), acknowledging his contributions… Continue reading Veer Savarkar and His Contributions
Should a third language be compulsory?
Why in the News? The Central government and the Tamil Nadu government are disagreeing over the three-language rule in schools… Continue reading Should a third language be compulsory?
‘Cali Fund’ launched at CBD COP16
Why in the News? A new international biodiversity fund, the ‘Cali Fund’, was launched at the 16th Conference of Parties… Continue reading ‘Cali Fund’ launched at CBD COP16
What is Black Plastic?
Why in the News? A recent study suggested that black plastic contains harmful flame retardants, which may leach into food… Continue reading What is Black Plastic?
New Experiment to Test Quantum Gravity
Why in the News? A new proposal published on October 29, 2024, suggests an experiment that could provide direct evidence… Continue reading New Experiment to Test Quantum Gravity
[25th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Surveillance capitalism: the power to control personal data
PYQ Relevance: Q) Data security has assumed significant importance in the digitized world due to rising cyber-crimes. The Justice B.… Continue reading [25th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Surveillance capitalism: the power to control personal data
The RTI is now the ‘Right to Deny Information’
Why in the News? The RTI Act allowed people to question the government, but the government soon tried to weaken… Continue reading The RTI is now the ‘Right to Deny Information’
Battle of Karnal (1739)
Why in the News? On February 24, 1739, the Battle of Karnal marked a turning point in the history of… Continue reading Battle of Karnal (1739)
What is the ‘Quality of Public Expenditure’ Index?
Why in the News? The Quality of Public Expenditure (QPE) Index, developed by the RBI, evaluates how efficiently government funds… Continue reading What is the ‘Quality of Public Expenditure’ Index?
Rupee-Dollar Swap Auction
Why in the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will conduct a $10 billion dollar-rupee swap auction on February… Continue reading Rupee-Dollar Swap Auction
[pib] Bay of Bengal (BOB) Inter-Governmental Organisation
Why in the News? India has taken over the Chairmanship of the Bay of Bengal (BOB) Inter-Governmental Organisation from Bangladesh… Continue reading [pib] Bay of Bengal (BOB) Inter-Governmental Organisation
Indian industry needs innovation, not mindless toil
Why in the News? Indian industry leaders are hurting their future by depending too much on cheap labour for growth.… Continue reading Indian industry needs innovation, not mindless toil
Tea Tribes and Jhumur Dance
Why in the News? Prime Minister witnessed the largest-ever Jhumur dance performance in Guwahati, to commemorate the 200th anniversary of… Continue reading Tea Tribes and Jhumur Dance
Pagri Sambhal Jatta Movement
Why in the News? On February 23, 2025, farmers protesting at the Punjab and Haryana borders are observing Pagri Sambhal… Continue reading Pagri Sambhal Jatta Movement
What are Zonal Councils?
Why in the News? Union Home Minister chaired the 27th meeting of the Western Zonal Council in Pune. About Zonal… Continue reading What are Zonal Councils?
