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Read Time: 3 minutes Mental Health in India’s Material World Why in News? World Mental Health Day on October 10 highlights India’s rising mental health issues. There is a need for improved infrastructure, regulation, and care systems to address growing mental health concerns. Theme of Mental Health Day 2024 “Mental Health at Work” Mental Health Mental health refers to… Continue reading Current Affair – 10 September 2024

Read Time: 5 minutes What Does the USCIRF Report Say About India? What in News? The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) recently highlighted concerns regarding religious freedom in India in its annual report. What is the USCIRF? The USCIRF is an independent, bipartisan U.S. federal government agency established under the 1998 International Religious Freedom Act (IRFA).… Continue reading Current Affair – 9 September 2024

Read Time: 10 minutes ASI Copies Inscriptions from Three Temples in Thirukkurungudi What in News? The Epigraphy Division of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in Mysore has successfully copied inscriptions from three temples in Thirukkurungudi, Tirunelveli district, using the estampage method. Temples Involved Nambi Rayar Temple (Thirukoshtiyur Temple): Located in Thirukoshtiyur near Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu, this temple is… Continue reading Current Affair – 8 September 2024

Read Time: 7 minutes Why is salt pan land being used for homes? What in News? The Indian government transferred 256 acres of salt pan land for Dharavi housing, raising environmental concerns over ecological impact. What are Salt Pan Lands? Salt pans are low-lying coastal tracts where seawater periodically flows in, leaving behind salt deposits after evaporation. This process… Continue reading Current Affair – 7 September 2024

Read Time: 6 minutes Jaishankar to visit Pakistan for SCO meeting: What is the organisation — and what is its significance? What in News? SCO is one of the few international organisations which deal with security issues and primarily has Asian members. What is the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)? Origins: Formed in 1996 as the “Shanghai Five,” including China,… Continue reading Current Affair – 5 September 2024

Read Time: 12 minutes Marathi among 5 languages accorded ‘classical language’ status What in News? The Union Cabinet has granted ‘Classical Language’ status to Marathi, alongside four other languages—Pali, Prakrit, Assamese, and Bengali. Criteria for Classical Language Status The decision to accord a language classical status is based on several criteria, including its antiquity, recorded history, and the richness… Continue reading Current Affair – 4 September 2024

Read Time: 5 minutes PM Modi Says India Trusted Partner in Jamaica’s Development Journey What in News? India has been a “trusted partner” in Jamaica’s development journey, ready to share expertise in areas such as digital public infrastructure, biofuel, innovation, and health, says Indian PM. India-Jamaica Relationship The bilateral relationship between India and Jamaica is strong, deeply rooted in… Continue reading Current Affair – 3 September 2024

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Read Time: 7 minutes The La Nina and North India’s pollution Why in News? The delayed La Niña and late monsoon retreat may worsen North India’s air quality, especially in Delhi, raising concerns over winter pollution and stubble burning. La Niña and Air Quality The delayed onset of La Niña and the late monsoon retreat have impacted air quality… Continue reading Current Affair – 1 September 2024

Read Time: 15 minutes BIOE3 POLICY: ENHANCING BIOECONOMY, ENVIRONMENT, AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY The Union Cabinet has recently approved the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) Policy, aimed at advancing high-performance bio manufacturing. This policy underscores India’s commitment to harnessing biotechnology for economic growth, environmental sustainability, and job creation. INTRODUCTION The BioE3 policy represents a pivotal framework designed to… Continue reading Biweekly Aug-2024 First Edition