Deciphering the Enigma of Viral Transmission: A Breakthrough in Host Defense Context: Recent research has revealed a new way that our bodies fight against certain viruses like Zika, dengue, and chikungunya. These viruses are typically found in bodily fluids but don’t spread in the usual […]
Government should act on FMCG firms using ‘misleading’ ads Context: The Supreme Court emphasized the need for the Centre to take action against FMCG companies employing misleading advertisements, particularly those targeting vulnerable consumers like families with babies and schoolchildren. Relevance: GS-02 (Government policies and interventions) […]
National Highways Infra Trust (NHIT) Context: Recently, National Highways Infra Trust (NHIT) has concluded fund-raising through ’InvIT Round-3’ for National Highway stretches of an aggregate length of 889 km at an Enterprise Value of over Rs. 16,000 crore. Relevance: GS-3 (Economy) Key Highlights: NHAI’s recent […]
Upholding Electoral Integrity: Understanding the Representation of the People Act (RPA), 1951 Context: Recently, the principal opposition party files an official complaint with the Election Commission, seeking action against the Prime Minister for allegedly invoking religion to create division among communities. The opposition also alleged […]
Growth in Net Direct Tax Collections Context: India’s net direct tax collections surged by 17.7% in the fiscal year 2023-24, reaching ₹19.58 lakh crore. This growth slightly exceeded the revised estimates for the year. Relevance: GS-03 (Economy) Facts for Prelims: Personal income tax and corporate […]
Glycemic Index Context: Recently, researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) developed a portable, affordable glycemic index (GI) sensor that can determine the GI of different food sources in real-time. Relevance: GS02 (Health) Highlights: Importance of Glycemic Index (GI) and Glycemic Load […]
Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances Context: Recently, The southern bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) have found the presence of Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAs) in Chennai Waterbodies. PFAs are known to have adverse health effects such as liver damage, hormonal imbalance, immune system effects, […]
Removal of Age Limit for purchasing health insurance policies Context: Recently, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) decided to remove the age limit for purchasing health insurance policies. It is a significant step towards inclusivity in healthcare coverage. This move acknowledges the healthcare […]
CBDT Signs 125 Advance Pricing Agreements Context: Recently, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) recorded a milestone by signing 125 Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs) in FY 2023-24, the highest ever in any financial year. Relevance: GS-02 (Polity) Highlights: This includes 86 Unilateral APAs (UAPAs) […]
Exercise LAMITIYE – 2024 Context: Recently, Indian Army contingent had participated in the joint military exercise “Exercise LAMITIYE – 2024“. The exercise involved the Indian Army and the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF). It marked the tenth edition of the biennial event since its inception in […]