Current affairs

National Commission for Indian System of Medicine

Context The National Commission for Indian System of Medicine conducted a workshop for drafting the Ayurveda Process Handbook. About National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) It was established in 2021. It is a statutory body under NCISM Act,...

GreenHouse Gas Bulletin

Context The World Meteorological Organization's (WMO) 2023 Greenhouse Gas Bulletin revealed that global greenhouse gas concentrations reached an unprecedented high, underscoring the intensifying risk of climate change. Key Highlights of 2023 Report CO₂ Levels: Carbon dioxide (CO₂) reached an annual...

New MIDH guidelines to support Vertical Farming

Context The Union Government has decided to expand MIDH by incorporating advanced agricultural techniques like hydroponics, aquaponics, vertical farming and precision agriculture. Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) MIDH is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme for the holistic growth of...

Medicinal foods

Context According to a recent study it is found that of the 7,564 medicinal species listed in 11 referenced sources, approximately a quarter were documented as food as well as medicine. This has made their regulation regime complex. Turmeric Turmeric...

Justice Puttaswamy Judgement, Right to Privacy Judgement

Context Former Karnataka High Court judge Justice K S Puttaswamy, who played a pivotal role in declaration of right to privacy as a fundamental right from the Supreme Court in 2017, passed away recently. About Right to Privacy The Supreme...

Patent Injustice, Challenges and Recommendations

The Indian biopharmaceutical industry is rapidly expanding, currently valued at $60 billion. This growth is driven by increased innovation, with India rising to 39th place in the Global Innovation Index, up from 81st in 2015. Definition Biopharmaceuticals: These are medicines...

India-UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty

The Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) came into effect on August 31, 2024. This treaty replaces the previous Bilateral Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (BIPPA), which lapsed on September 12, 2024. Fact UAE...

AJR Eurocentric Framework

Context Daron Acemoğlu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson (AJR) won the 2024 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences (this year’s Nobel laureates in the economic sciences) for their research on how institutions shape economic prosperity. While their work has been...

Sustainability Science for FMCGs

What are FMCGs? The FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) industry produces everyday products that people frequently buy, use quickly, and restock often. These items generally have low prices and short shelf lives, encouraging regular purchases. Examples of FMCG Products Food and...

Dinosaur Park in Gujarat

About Dinosaur Park in Gujarat It is located in Raiyoli, near Balasinor, Gujarat. It is recognized as one of the most significant sites for dinosaur fossils in India, showcasing the rich paleontological history of the region. The site gained prominence...