Polity

Context:  ∙ The Supreme Court recently quashed the result of the January 30 Chandigarh Mayor election after finding that the presiding officer had deliberately invalidated eight ballots. About ∙ The court used its power under Article 142 of the Constitution to do “complete justice” and protect the sanctity of electoral democracy.  ∙ Article 142 of […]

Context ∙ The World Health Organization (WHO) recently launched the Global Initiative on Digital Health (GIDH), a platform for sharing knowledge and digital products among countries. Global Initiative on Digital Health (GIDH) ∙ The GIDH will be a WHO Managed Network (“Network of Networks”) that will promote equitable access to digital health by addressing challenges

Context ∙ The Tamil Nadu government banned the sale and production of cotton candy in the state due to the presence of Rhodamine-B in it. What is Rhodamine-B ? ∙ Rhodamine-B or RhB is a chemical commonly used for dyeing in the textile, paper, leather, and paints industry as a coloring agent that helps in

Context: ∙ Recently, the Bombay High Court termed the Section 41A of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) as ‘Abuse of Power’. About the Section 41A of the CrPC, 1973: ∙ It is a significant provision that regulates the process of arrest in India. ∙ It was introduced to avoid routine arrests. ∙ It provides for

Context: ∙ Recently, a new case of bubonic plague was detected in the USA. About the Bubonic Plague: ∙ It is often referred to as the ‘Black Death’. ∙ It is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis which is usually found in small mammals and their fleas. ∙ It occurs when the

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

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.

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

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

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