Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV)

Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) has become a Growing Concern. While the narrowing of the digital gender divide is a sign of progress, as in many countries, a surge in gender-based violence (GBV), particularly tech-facilitated GBV, threatens to overshadow gains. Read here to learn more about it. The Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) study highlights that 38%…

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Elon Musk denies Starlink satellite beams being used in Manipur amid “terrorism” claims, sparking investigation. SpaceX founder Elon Musk said Starlink satellite beams were turned off over India, reacting to claims that its device was being used in restive Manipur.The security forces recently seized some internet devices along with arms and ammunition during a raid in Keirao Khunou in Imphal East district. During the operation, carried out jointly by the Indian Army, Assam Rifles, and Manipur Police, sniper rifles, pistols, grenades, and other war-like stores were also recovered.
Reacting to claims that the device was a genuine Starlink product, SpaceX founder Elon Musk denied the allegations. Musk responded, “This is false. Starlink satellite beams are turned off over India.”

R. Ashwin holds the record for the most "Player of the Series" awards in test cricket, a feat he shares with Muttiah Muralidaran. What makes it even more remarkable? Ashwin achieved it in fewer matches and over a shorter career span! He's also India's second-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket and ranks seventh in the world. Bowling legend, Ravichandran Ashwin announces retirement from International Cricket.

For the first time, a group of wildlife conservationists tagged the nearly blind Ganges river dolphin. Under veterinary supervision, a healthy male river dolphin from Kulsi, a tributary of the Brahmaputra, was tagged and released. The Wildlife Institute of India (WII), in partnership with the Assam Forest Department and the biodiversity conservation organization Aaranyak, carried out the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change's program.

e-Courts Mission Mode Project

The Union Cabinet has approved phase III of the e-Courts Mission Mode Project. It aims to maximize ease of justice by moving towards digital online and paperless courts through digitization of all court records. Read here to learn more. The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the e-Courts Project Phase III…

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Nearly as iconic as its home-made chocolates, tea, and varkey, the Nilgiris' renowned eucalyptus oil sector is in danger of going out of business. Less than 20 eucalyptus-producing sheds remain in operation throughout the district, down from over 500 ten years ago, as a result of cheaper, synthetic oils flooding the market and climate change impacting eucalyptus trees. The livelihoods of thousands of individuals who depend on the industry are being impacted by this.

Protected Area Regime: Reimposition in Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland

The Union Home Ministry has reimposed the Protected Area Regime (PAR) in Manipur, Nagaland, and Mizoram. The move aims to monitor the movement of foreigners amid growing security concerns arising out of the influx from neighbouring countries. Read here to learn more about PAR. The Protected Area Regime (PAR) is a regulatory framework under the…

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Under the PM Suryaghar Yojana, Masali village in Gujarat's Banaskantha district is now India's first border community to be entirely powered by solar energy. 40 kilometers from the Pakistani border in Gujarat's Banaskantha district.
Under the PM Suryaghar Yojana, 119 homes had solar roofing installed, producing more than 225 kilowatts of electricity.

101 recommendations have been submitted to the Ministry of Education by a seven-member group led by former ISRO chairman K Radhakrishnan regarding the administration of national admission exams in a way that is "transparent, smooth, and fair.
Admission to prestigious institutions is determined by entrance tests such as NEET and JEE, which might result in unethical behavior.

Nanoplastics and Antibiotic Resistance

Nanoplastics from Single-Use Plastic Bottles and Antibiotic Resistance have become a Growing Public Health Concern. Read here to learn more. A groundbreaking study by the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, has revealed that nanoplastics derived from single-use plastic bottles (SUPBs) may contribute to the spread of antibiotic resistance (AR). This finding highlights…

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Global Arms Industry: 3 Indian Companies in Top 100 Arms Manufacturers

Given the cross-border nature of its trade, collaboration, and operations, the global arms industry is often described as one of the most internationalized sectors. However, its global reach is nuanced, influenced by geopolitics, national security concerns, technological constraints, and regulatory frameworks. Read here to learn more. The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released its…

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According to his office, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will use videoconferencing to deliver around 71,000 employment letters to new hires in different Union government agencies. A statement from the Prime Minister's Office stated that the Rozgar Mela is a milestone in fulfilling the Prime Minister's pledge to give employment creation first priority.

Even though Starlink is not permitted to operate in India, the discovery of a Starlink satellite device in Manipur has sparked worries about possible militant abuse.
SpaceX, which is owned by Elon Musk, designed it.
Providing high-speed, low-latency internet worldwide, with a focus on underprivileged and distant locations, is the goal.

India State of Forest Report 2023

India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023 has been biennially brought out by the Forest Survey of India (FSI) since 1987. FSI carries out an in-depth assessment of the country’s forest and tree resources based on the interpretation of remote sensing satellite data and field-based National Forest Inventory (NFI), and the results are published in…

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