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Special Category Status

In News Recently, the Union Finance made it clear that the Centre will not consider demands for “special category status” for any state, dealing a major blow to states like Odisha and Bihar who have been pushing for it for some years now. The rationale for special status is that certain states, because of inherent […]

Artificial Intelligence in Judiciary

In News The Supreme Court recently started a first-of-its-kind project to transcribe its proceedings live using Artificial Intelligence (AI). More about the news Suggested by Indira Jaising: The suggestion to transcribe hearings was made by senior advocate Indira Jaising in the plea she had filed seeking a live telecast of court proceedings. Trial in process: […]

The Problems with the Data Protection Bill

In Context A data protection law must safeguard and balance peoples’ right to privacy and their right to information, which are fundamental rights flowing from the Constitution.  About the Data Data is a huge collection of the information generated by different means and stored on digital platforms. Data Collection and Processing are two key aspects […]

Anubhuti Divyang Park

In Context Recently, the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways laid the Foundation Stone of the world’s largest and unique Divyang Park – Anubhuti Inclusive Park in Nagpur, Maharashtra. About Anubhuti Inclusive Park is being built for disabled children and general citizens in the Pardi campus of Nagpur. The objective is to convey the […]

Sagar Parikrama Program Phase III

In Context Recently, Sagar Parikrama Program Phase III was initiated by the Department of Fisheries from Surat, Hazira Port, Gujarat. About Sagar Parikrama is an initiative of Government of India in the sea across the coastal belt demonstrating solidarity with all fisherfolk, fish farmers and concerned stakeholders as a spirit of 75th Azadi Ka Amrit […]

Tribal Culture & Sustainable Development

Context The Prime Minister remarked that the world can learn a lot about sustainable development from Adivasi culture and it can be a solution to global problems like climate change and global warming. About India comprises 8.6% tribal population, has access to an enormous indigenous knowledge which through recognition, adoption, and mainstreaming has the potential […]

Organ Transplants in India

In News  Government removes age cap on cadaver organ transplants. About The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has recently removed the clause that people beyond 65 years could not receive cadaver organ transplants. Cadaveric donation comprises organ donation i.e., taking organs (heart, lungs, kidneys, liver, pancreas) from brain-dead people, as well as tissue […]

Decriminalisation of Section 377 & Roadblocks for LGBTQIA+

In Context Even after the decriminalisation of Section 377, the paths of the members of this community are beset with roadblocks. Defining LGBTQIA+ LGBTQIA+ is an inclusive term that includes people of all genders and sexualities, such as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, queer, intersex, asexual, pansexual, and allies.  While each letter in LGBTQIA+ stands […]

Air India inks Landmark Aviation Deal

In News Air India of Tata Group orders the largest ever Airbus and Boeing planes deal to overhaul its flight capacity. About Air India has recently signed letters of intent with Airbus and Boeing for a total of 470 new aircraft, including 70 wide-body planes for long-haul flights. The orders involve 40 Airbus A350, 20 […]

Silent pandemic of Antimicrobial Resistance

In Context The rapidly rising Antimicrobial Resistance rates need an accelerated, multi-sectoral, global and national response. About the Antimicrobial Resistance About: Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites change over time and no longer respond to medicines making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of disease spread, severe illness and […]