Rhodamine B : Banned In Food Related Products A recent ban issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reinforces restrictions, prohibiting the use of Rhodamine B in any food-related applications due to increasing evidence of its carcinogenic properties. Rhodamine B is a water-soluble, fluorescent synthetic dye known for its bright pink hue. It appears […]
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KaWaCHaM : Weather Alert System
KaWaCHaM : Weather Alert System The Kerala Government launched KaWaCHaM, one of the world’s fastest weather alert systems. KaWaCHaM’ stands for Kerala Warnings Crisis and Hazards Management System, and the word kavacham in Malayalam translates to ‘shield’, symbolising protection. It is an advanced disaster warning system that integrates alerts, sirens and global weather models to […]
Decline in India’s Total Fertility Rate
Decline in India’s Total Fertility Rate: The Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) 2021 has revealed a steep decline in India’s Total Fertility Rate (TFR) over the decades. This raises concerns about socio-economic and political repercussions, particularly in southern states. Key Findings of the Study: India’s Fertility Trends: India’s TFR dropped […]
Delays in MGNREGA Wages
Delays in MGNREGA Wages: A recent study in the Indian Journal of Labour Economics (IJLE), revealed that the union government owes Rs 39 crore in delayed wages to Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) workers.The study analyzed 31.36 million wage transactions in 2021-22 and found that the Aadhaar-Based Payment System (ABPS) and caste-based […]
Bhitarkanika National Park : Annual Reptile Census
Bhitarkanika National Park : Annual Reptile Census The annual reptile census at Bhitarkanika National Park (BNP) has revealed that saltwater crocodiles in BNP stands at 1,826 in 2025, including 18 albino crocodiles (rare white crocodiles). It was started to increase the population so that 5 to 6 crocodiles could be sighted per kilometer of water. […]
Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic) Policy
Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic) Policy: The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution announced key revisions to the Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic) (OMSS(D)) policy for 2024-25. These changes aim to improve food security and support ethanol production in India.The OMSS involves the periodic sale of surplus food grains (wheat and rice) from […]
Principal Purpose Test
Principal Purpose Test: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has introduced new guidelines for applying the Principal Purpose Test (PPT) under India’s Double Tax Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs), aiming to prevent tax avoidance.These guidelines apply prospectively, with specific exemptions for treaties with Cyprus, Mauritius, and Singapore due to grandfathering provisions.The PPT provisions will apply prospectively, […]
National Girl Child Day 2025
National Girl Child Day 2025: National Girl Child Day is observed annually on 24th January aimed at promoting the rights, empowerment, and potential of girls across India.Theme: “Empowering Girls for a Bright Future” emphasizes equal opportunities for girls in education, healthcare, and personal growth. It was started in 2008 by the Ministry of Women and […]
Fiscal Health Index 2025
Fiscal Health Index 2025: The Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission launched the inaugural issue of NITI Aayog’s report titled “Fiscal Health Index (FHI) 2025” in New Delhi. Key Highlights of the Report: With a cumulative score of 67.8, Odisha tops the ranking, followed by Chhattisgarh and Goa with scores of 55.2 and 53.6, respectively. […]
NVS-02 Satellite
NVS-02 Satellite: India’s space agency, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has rolled out its Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket, carrying the NVS-02 satellite, as part of the NavIC navigation system. NVS-02 Satellite is the second of the 5 second-generation satellites developed by the space agency to replace the existing satellites in the country’s navigation […]
