Subject: Geography
Why in News?
The Lake Retba’s waters are virtually devoid of life and are on the verge of disappearing due to pollution and mining.
About Lake Retba:
Source: Down to Earth
Subject: Polity
Why in News?
The Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah addressed the 71st Plenary Session of the North Eastern Council in Shillong recently.
Background:-
About North Eastern Council:-
Source: PIB
Subject: International Relations
Why in News?
Island nation’s Foreign Ministry says Xiang Yang Hong 03 will arrive for rotation of personnel, replenishment following a Chinese govt. request.
Background:
The Chinese Vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03:
Deteriorating Ties between India & Maldives:
Growing Chinese Presence in the Indian Ocean:
Source: Indian Express
Subject: Governance
Why in News?
Education is a cornerstone of societal development, and addressing gender-related issues within it is crucial for progress
Gender Equity: Learning Outcomes Parity
Widening Gender Gap
Barriers to Education
Early Childhood Education (ECE)
Focus on ECE
Conclusion
Source: Hindustan Times
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Subject: Science and Technology
Why in News?
The Mpemba effect continues to captivate scientists with its complex interplay of physical mechanisms.
About Mpemba effect:
Source: The Hindu
Subject: Science and Technology
Why in News?
In 1967 a group of astronomers at the University of Cambridge stumbled upon a celestial mystery that would unravel the secrets of neutron stars.
Pulsars and Neutron Stars
Behind the Radiation: Lighthouse Effect
The Mystery of Glitches
Clues in the Rotation
The Glitch Mechanism
Source: Frontiers
Subject: Ethics
Why in News?
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India, made oral observations condemning the 2022 incident involving four Gujarat Police officers.
Kheda Incident
Ethical Dimensions Put to Question
Violation of D.K. Basu Judgment (1996)
Supreme Court’s Response
Conclusion
Source: The New Indian Express
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