India ranks 23rd in second Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2017
In News The second Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) has placed India at a high 23rd position out of 165 nations. About the Index The Index measures the commitment of nations…
G-20 leaders propose Hamburg Action Plan at summit conclusion
In News G-20 summit that took place in Germany’s Hamburg city ended with the leaders proposing the Hamburg Action Plan to address major global challenges, including climate change, harnessing digitalisation,…
President unveils online education portal Swayam
President Pranab Mukherjee launched Swayam and Swayam Prabha and a ‘National Academic Depository’ where verified educational records will be digitally stored by universities and boards to counter forgery. Swayam and Swayam Prabha Aim of the…
Easier access to H1N1 medicines raises fears of drug resistance
What is the concern ? Drugs used to treat swine flu, after two such drugs Oseltamivir and Zanamivir were taken off the restrictive Schedule X of the Drugs and Comestics…
India Surpasses China the coming decade : Harvard Study
In News Harvard University’s Center for International Development (CID) conducted a study on growth projections is expected to maintain its lead over the coming decade. Findings of the study India…
Gomira Mask-Makers See Silver Lining
Gomira Mask-Makers See Silver Lining Source : The Hindu GS I: Indian culture will cover the salient aspects of Art Forms, Literature and Architecture from ancient to modern times What…
PMO, NSA tracking impact of Chinese FDI in South Asia
In News The Centre has begun its first ever in-depth assessment of Chinese investments in India’s neighbouring countries. The exercise being conducted mainly from India’s national security perspective has been initiated…
Asmara and Hoh Xil in world heritage list of UNESCO
Asmara and Hoh Xil in world heritage list of UNESCO Source : The Hindu Art and Culture What is discussed under Asmara and Hoh Xil in world heritage list of UNESCO?…
Panel calls for ‘light regulation’ of NGOs
In News A high-power committee appointed by the Central government on the orders of the Supreme Court has recommended several steps to ensure the light regulation of NGO (non-governmental organizations)…
UN adopts global treaty banning N-weapons
In News Over 120 countries in the United Nations voted to adopt the first-ever global treaty to ban nuclear weapons legally binding instrument to prohibit atomic weapons. Background In October…