Context: Gujarat’s Department of Science and Technology (DST) signed a MoU with One Web India Communications Pvt Ltd to establish India’s first ‘satellite network portal site’ in Mehsana, Gujarat. About One Web: It is a UK-based global communication network powered from space, enabling connectivity Read More …
Day: July 25, 2023
Bedaquiline
Context: Recently, the primary patent of Janssen Pharmaceuticals, over bedaquiline expired. As a result, Indian manufacturers will now be able to supply generic versions of bedaquiline. About Bedaquiline: Bedaquiline is a medication used in the treatment of drug-resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB). It is an antibiotic that targets the bacteria responsible Read More …
Patents Act overrides the Competition Act
Context: The Delhi High Court ruled that the Patents Act, will take precedence over the Competition Act concerning the exercise of rights by a patent holder. About the Case: The case involved appeals by agrochemical company Monsanto and telecom company Read More …
G20 Energy Ministers’ Meet
Context: India’s Prime Minister, addressed the G20 Energy Ministers Meet in Goa. On the sideline of the Meeting, a standalone event on Consultations and Recommendations for the Global Biofuels Alliance was organized. Key Outcomes of the Summit: High-Level Voluntary Principles on Hydrogen: The Read More …
Climate Financing
Context: The Summit for a New Global Financing Pact, hosted by France made progress in addressing the contentious issue of climate financing, but several important issues remain unresolved. Probable Question: Q. Discuss the various challenges faced towards climate financing. Suggest the way forward to Read More …
Disaster Risk Reduction
Context: Recently, the Global Assessment Report on Disaster Risk Reduction (GAR) was released by the UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR). Probable Question: Q. Discuss the main findings and recommendations of the Global Assessment Report on Disaster Risk Reduction (GAR) was released Read More …
‘Akira’ Attack
Context: The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a warning about a new internet ransomware virus called ‘Akira,’. About Akira: Akira is a malicious software designed to target both Windows and Linux-based systems. It steals vital personal information and encrypts data leading to extortion of money from people. Read More …