Category: GS 2
Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)
Russia’s close ally Belarus officially joined the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), becoming the tenth member of the regional group.
Factory accidents, a pointer to rusty inspection reform
A recent explosion in a Dombivli chemical factory highlights the recurring problem of industrial accidents in India
Facial Recognition Technology (FRT)
NITI Aayog releases White Paper: Responsible AI for All (RAI) on Facial Recognition Technology which paper examines FRT as the first use case under NITI Aayog’s RAI principles and aims to establish a framework for responsible and safe development and deployment of FRT within India.
A tool to ensure complete voter anonymity
Janata Dal (United) candidate Devesh Chandra Thakur faced criticism for suggesting he wouldn’t assist Muslim and Yadav communities because they didn’t support him in the elections.Highlighting importance of voter secrecy
India-South Korea relations
India and South Korea were celebrating 50 years of their diplomatic relationship in 2023.
Preventing another NEET fiasco
The article discusses controversies surrounding NEET exam
Examination System in India
Ministry of Education unexpectedly cancelled the June 2024 edition of the UGC-NET exam. Furthermore, concerns about the fairness of the NEET-UG exam have arisen, with allegations suggesting a potential compromise of its integrity and fairness.
Create the space for governance with a green heart
A conscious focus on green policies is crucial as environmental issues in India impact the survival and the health of millions
Blueprints beyond borders, for solace and shelter
June 20th is celebrated as World Refugee Day
Time for a Census, come what may
The article discusses the delayed 2021 Census in India and its implications
Laws on mercenaries in war zones
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) recently acknowledged the tragic deaths of two Indian nationals recruited by the Russian Army as mercenaries.