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Avian Influenza

In News Recently, the head of the World Health Organisation, warned that the world had to prepare for a possible bird-flu pandemic. About The bird flu outbreak has killed 15 million domestic birds, while 193 million others have been culled since October 2021. It has spread from Europe and Asia to North America, South and […]

One year of India-UAE CEPA

In News Recently, India and UAE commemorated the one year of signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement for boosting bilateral trade. About India and UAE signed the landmark Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on February 18, 2022. Recently, a special business event was organized by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry […]

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 […]

Startup20 Engagement Group

Context Startup20 is a new engagement group initiated under India’s G20 presidency. About the Startup20 Engagement Group About: The Startup 20 Engagement Group is a new addition to the G20 engagement groups proposed under India’s presidency.  The group is India’s innovation to the G20 movement, it’s the first engagement group which drives technology, innovation, and […]

EC and Party Symbols

In News The Election Commission of India (ECI) ordered that the Eknath Shinde camp of the Shiv Sena will retain the official name and the ‘bow and arrow symbol of the party. About Role of ECI in Alloting Symbols: The Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968 empowers the EC to recognise political parties and […]

Special Marriage Act

In News Several interfaith couples have chosen to marry under a secular personal law through the Special Marriage Act, 1954. What is the Special Marriage Act, of 1954? The Special Marriage Act of 1954 (SMA) provides an alternate route to religious laws for marriage It governs a civil marriage where the state sanctions the marriage […]

India-Myanmar Border Issues

In News Recently, the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Development of North Eastern Region, held a virtual meeting with the Minister for Border Affairs of Myanmar. More about the news Internal developments of Myanmar:  In the context of recent developments inside Myanmar and their repercussions along India-Myanmar border region, the two sides discussed the need […]

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 […]

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 […]

International Centre of Excellence for Dams (ICED)

In News The Central Water Commission signs an agreement with IIT Roorkee for the development of an international centre of excellence for dams under the Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project. About ICED, Roorkee will provide specialized technical support services to the Indian and overseas dam owners It will also carry out applied research, education, and […]