The need for quiet diplomacy to clear the air. Context: The recent turn of events involving Canada and India has cast a shadow over their diplomatic relations. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s startling accusation, linking the killing of Canadian Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar to […]
With climate change, tackling new disease scenarios. Context: The latest report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), released in March, carries a dire message: climate change is significantly elevating the global risk of infectious diseases. Background: The intricate connection between climate and disease […]
Centre softens angel tax rules Context On investments made by non-resident investors into start-ups at a premium over their fair market value, the government has loosened some of the provisions of the angel tax that was established in this year’s Budget. It incorporated five distinct […]
Indians eat more salt than WHO recommendation Context A study carried out by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) that was recently published in the journal Nature found that men, people who lived in rural regions, and people who were overweight or obese consumed […]
Indo-Pacific region a web of interdependencies: Army chief Context Land power, according to U.S. Army Chief of Staff General Randy George, is “decisive,” thus there is a greater need for “unity and collective commitment.” They were speaking at a news conference for the 13th Indo-Pacific […]
Balsams in full bloom add to the visual treat in Munnar Context Balsams (genus Impatiens) are in full bloom in Munnar, providing visitors with a visual feast. The Kochi-Dhanushkodi National Highway’s Devikulam section is home to the little, pink flowers known locally as Kasithumba and […]
Punjab govt. commits to a 50% reduction in stubble-burning cases Context : According to the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM), the Punjab government pledged in its State Action Plan to reduce occurrences of paddy stubble burning by at least […]
Dadasaheb Phalke award for actor Waheeda Rehman Context The Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award will be handed to renowned Bollywood actor Waheeda Rehman in 2021 in recognition of her outstanding contributions to Indian cinema, Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur announced on Tuesday. Who […]
