Context The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has introduced the Food Safety and Standards (Contaminants, Toxins, and Residues) Amendment Regulations, 2024, set to be enforced in 2025. This regulation focuses on controlling the use of antibiotics in food animal production to combat the growing threat of antimicrobial …

Context: The Femicides in 2023: Global Estimates of Intimate Partner/Family Member Femicides report, jointly released by UN Women and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), was published on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The report highlights the intentional killing of women and …

Context: The Red-breasted Flycatcher has been spotted at Hyderabad’s Ameenpur Lake, a significant event as the lake once attracted diverse migratory birds, including flamingos. Due to environmental degradation, the lake had lost much of its avian population, disappointing birdwatchers. However, ongoing restoration efforts by the Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset …

Context: The Department of Consumer Affairs has successfully implemented the E-Daakhil portal, an initiative aimed at facilitating easy and efficient filing of consumer complaints. Overview of E-Daakhil Portal Launch: Initially launched in 2020 by the National Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission (NCDRC) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Designed to offer a cost-effective …

As India commemorates 75 years of its Constitution, it is an opportune moment to reflect on its significance, strengths, and the challenges posed by constitutional silences—gaps left either intentionally or inadvertently by the framers. These silences, while allowing adaptability, also create avenues for misuse, impacting democratic values and governance. Significance …

Khwaja Moinuddin Hasan Chishti (1141-42 CE – 1236 CE), also known as Gharib Nawaz (Benefactor of the Poor), was a prominent Sufi saint and the founder of the Chishtiya Order in India. His teachings emphasized compassion, service to humanity, and the oneness of God. Early Life Birthplace: Sijistan (modern-day Sistan …

Context The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire is rooted in UN Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 1701, which was initially established to manage the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah following the 2006 hostilities. Key Components of UNSC Resolution 1701 and the Ceasefire Significance Seeks to establish enduring peace and stability in the region. Offers …