Democracy Report 2024: India has declined to become “one of the worst autocracies,” according to the ‘Democracy Report 2024’ by the V-Dem Institute. Report released by V-Dem Institute at Sweden’s University of Gothenburg India ranks 104 in LDI, slipped to 110 in the Electoral Democracy Index, 92 in the Liberal Component Index The report highlighted […]
Tag: 14th Mar 2024
Pritzker Architecture Prize 2024
Pritzker Architecture Prize 2024: Japanese architect Riken Yamamoto was declared the winner of the prestigious 2024 Pritzker Architecture Prize, often called the “Architecture Nobel”. This award is the highest international honour in the field. Yamamoto is the ninth laureate from Japan. The prize was established by Jay A Pritzker and his wife Cindy in 1979 […]
Karnataka Ban Harmful Food Colouring Agents
Karnataka Ban Harmful Food Colouring Agents: The Karnataka Government has announced a ban on the use of harmful colouring agents in popular food items like cotton candy and Gobi Manchurian. The ban targets Rodamine B in cotton candy and imposes restrictions on Tartrazine usage in Gobi Manchurian. Rhodamine B is a chemical compound commonly employed […]
Connectome
Connectome: The human brain, comprising billions of neurons, forms a complex network vital for our existence and cognition. Understanding this intricate network, known as the connectome, offers profound insights into brain function and neurological disorders. Connectome Concept represents a comprehensive map of neural connections, akin to a blueprint illustrating the electrical and chemical signals exchanged […]
National Sample Survey Office (NSSO): 2023
National Sample Survey Office (NSSO): 2023 According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), conducted by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), in 2023, India’s unemployment rate has dropped significantly, marking the lowest in the past three years. The PLFS gives estimates of Key employment and unemployment Indicators like, the Labour Force Participation Rates (LFPR), […]
Naval Drill In The Gulf Of Oman
Naval Drill In The Gulf Of Oman: China, Iran, and Russia recently began a joint naval drill in the Gulf of Oman. The Gulf of Oman, also known as the Gulf of Makran, is the western extension of the Arabian Sea and lies in the Middle East. It forms the only entrance to the Persian […]
Index Of Industrial Production : January 2024
Index Of Industrial Production : January 2024 The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation recently released the Quick Estimates of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) for January 2024, revealing a growth of 3.8 percent. Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is one of the prime indicators of economic development for the measurement of trends in […]
Hyodol Robot : To Beat Loneliness Among Elders
Hyodol Robot : To Beat Loneliness Among Elders South Korean company Hyodol has come up with a way to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to beat loneliness among elders with dementia. The South Korean government is reported to have deployed around 7,000 Hyodol dolls to keep senior citizens ‘company’ and remind them to take medications. Loneliness […]
KIRTI Programme
KIRTI Programme: Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports inaugurated the unique Khelo India Rising Talent Identification (KIRTI) programme. KIRTI Programme is aimed at school children between nine and 18 years age group. The scheme will have two main objectives: To hunt talent from every nook and corner of the country and To use sports […]
Uniform Code For Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP) 2024
Uniform Code For Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP) 2024: The Central Government recently rolled out a Uniform Code for Pharmaceutical Marketing Practices (UCPMP) for pharmaceutical companies. UCPMP 2024 has been implemented to control unethical practices in the pharma industry. The updated guidelines include drug endorsement, promotion, ethical conduct for medical representatives, and maintaining relationships with healthcare […]
