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Rohingya – The ‘illegal foreigners’

In Context Recently, the Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs said Rohingyas are “illegal foreigners” and will be kept in a detention centre until their deportation. More about the news Govt of Delhi’s proposal: Delhi Govt. had recently proposed to shift the Rohingyas to a new location.  Ministry of Home Affair’s stand: MHA has […]

India as a Developed Nation by 2047

In Context Recently, the Prime Minister asked Indians to embrace the “Panch Pran”(five vows) by 2047 when the country celebrates 100 years of independence.  The first vow, he said, is for India to become a developed country in the next 25 years.  What is a “developed” country? Different global bodies and agencies classify countries differently.  […]

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 5 As its spy ship docks in Sri Lanka port, Beijing says: ‘This is life’ (International Relations )   What is  Yuan Wang 5? India’s concerns related to it .   GS 3 5   Delhi Police in RTI reply: 80% match […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1 Chinese tracking vessel reaches Sri Lanka port (International Relations ) Kow about Yuan Wang 5 and why is it a cause of concern for India and the US ? GS 3 8 Stepping back from an ecological abyss (Environment) Know about […]

Dysfunction in the Indian Police Forces

Context  As India is celebrating 75 years of Independence, the police continue to be in the public gaze, most often for antagonistic reasons.  Constitutional provisions: Police is an exclusive subject under the State List (List II, Schedule 7 of the Constitution). However, the centre is also allowed to maintain its own police forces to assist […]

Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Technology

In News  The Indian Army has started the process of procurement of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology developed by a Bengaluru-based cybersecurity company by issuing a commercial Request for Proposal (RFP). Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Technology About: It is primarily a mechanism to undertake secure communication, which utilises a cryptographic protocol involving various components of […]

STEVE Phenomenon

In News  The cosmic phenomenon known as “Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement (STEVE) made a surprise appearance after a huge solar storm hit Earth. About STEVE Phenomenon STEVE first appeared in the sky in 2017 and has been appearing often since. There is evidence to support the claim that the phenomenon has been visible in […]

Indigenously-developed Equipment and Systems

In News Recently, the Defence Minister handed over several indigenously-developed equipment and systems to the Army which includes F-INSAS, the Nipun mines and the Landing Craft Assault (LCA). About   Future Infantry Soldier as a System(F-INSAS): It is a programme for infantry modernisation aimed at increasing the operational capability of the soldier.  As part of the […]

Bioengineered Cornea Implants

In News Recently, researchers in Sweden have been able to create a successful alternative bioengineered cornea implant made of collagen derived from pig skin.  About the recent research Fact: An estimated 12.7 million people around the world are blind due to their corneas.  Medical-grade collagen: As a substitute for human corneas, the researchers utilised medical-grade […]

Ethanol Blending in Petrol

In News Recently, the Prime Minister of India announced that India has achieved its target of blending 10% sugarcane-extracted ethanol in petrol, ahead of schedule.  About Addressing the nation from the Red Fort on the 76th Independence Day, Prime Minister rooted for energy independence, Aatmanirbhar (self-sufficient) in the energy sector.  India is one of the […]