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Nearly 50% of pregnancies in India are High-risk |

Nearly 50% of pregnancies in India are High-risk

In News ∙ A study that analysed the data of nearly 24,000 pregnant women in India has found the prevalence of high-risk pregnancies to be high at 49.4%.  Key Highlights of Data ∙ Methodology : The study used the nationally representative cross-sectional household survey data of the National Family Health Survey-5 (2019-2021). ∙ The researchers …

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International Energy Agency (IEA) and India |

International Energy Agency (IEA) and India

Context: ∙ Recently, the International Energy Agency (IEA) agreed to start discussions with India to become a full member. About the IEA ∙ It is a Paris-based intergovernmental organisation of 31 nations. ∙ It was established in 1974 as a response to physical disruptions in global oil supplies and to promote energy savings and conservation. …

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The Digital Services Act of the European Union |

The Digital Services Act of the European Union

Context: ∙ The European Commission recently informed that the Digital Services Act (DSA) has started applying to all online platforms in the European Union. About Digital Services Act ∙ It is a landmark legislation introduced by the European Union (EU) to regulate online intermediaries and platforms. ∙ It was adopted in 2022 and now applicable …

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ronic Voting Machines (EMalfunctioning of ElectVMs) |

ronic Voting Machines (EMalfunctioning of ElectVMs)

Context ∙ Several states had flagged the malfunctioning of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) during the 2019 Lok Sabha polls according to documents obtained through the Right to Information. Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) ∙ Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) is a simple electronic device used to record votes in place of ballot papers and boxes which were …

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 Declared Electoral Bonds Scheme As Unconstitutional |

 Declared Electoral Bonds Scheme As Unconstitutional

In Context ∙ The Supreme Court has struck down the Electoral Bonds Scheme. About the Judgement ∙ The apex court said that the Scheme is violative of the Right to Information under Article 19(1)(a). They also infringe on the principle of free and fair elections as stipulated in the constitution. ∙ SC also quashed the …

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