Why in the News ? Amid rising concerns over the ongoing Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa, experts and the World Health Organization have clarified that increased spillover events do not necessarily mean every outbreak has pandemic potential like COVID-19, emphasizing the need for ex post facto analysis of transmission patterns. Ebola Outbreak and Pandemic…
Why in News ? The Odisha Cabinet has approved the proposed Odisha Marine Fishing Regulation Bill, 2026, aimed at modernising marine fisheries governance, strengthening coastal security, promoting sustainable fishing, and boosting the State’s blue economy potential through comprehensive environmental clearance mechanisms. Key Features of the Proposed Marine Fishing Bill ● The proposed legislation seeks to…
Why in the News ? The Kerala High Court questioned why nursing services are not officially classified as an essential service while hearing a case related to the appointment of unregistered nurses during an ongoing strike in private hospitals in Kerala. High Court Observations and Ongoing Nursing Strike ● The Kerala High Court orally observed…
Why in the News ? The Andhra Pradesh government has launched a large-scale seed ball campaign to prepare and distribute 2.5 crore seed balls for increasing green cover, restoring biodiversity, and strengthening climate resilience across the State. This initiative aligns with environmental clearance norms and promotes environmental democracy through community participation in ecological restoration. Statewide…
Why in the News ? The Supreme Court of India clarified that trials, appeals, and proceedings related to the offence of sedition under Section 124A of the IPC may continue if the accused person has no objection to their continuation. Supreme Court’s Clarification on Sedition Cases ● The Supreme Court stated that courts may proceed…
Why in the News ? The Supreme Court of India delivered a landmark judgment addressing the controversial issue of ex post facto environmental clearances, also known as retrospective environmental clearances, granted to projects that commenced operations without obtaining prior environmental clearance as mandated under the EIA Notification. Supreme Court’s Stand on Post Facto Clearances ● …
Why in the News ? The Supreme Court of India emphasised the need for a more victim-centric criminal justice system while rejecting a plea seeking consolidation of multiple FIRs linked to a large chit fund scam investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation. Supreme Court’s Observations on Victims’ Rights ● The Supreme Court observed that…
Why in the News ? The United Nations has criticised a new marriage decree issued by the Taliban in Afghanistan, warning that it deepens discrimination against women and may legitimise child marriage practices. Taliban Decree and Restrictions on Women ● The Taliban government introduced a 31-article decree regulating separation and marriage-related issues in Afghanistan. ● …
Why in the News ? The Central Information Commission has ruled that the Board of Control for Cricket in India is not a “public authority” under the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, and therefore cannot be compelled to disclose information under the law. CIC Decision and Legal Reasoning ● The CIC dismissed an appeal…
Why in the News ? India abstained from voting on a United Nations General Assembly resolution supporting the International Court of Justice advisory opinion on climate obligations, citing concerns over its impact on the UNFCCC framework and climate negotiations involving environmental clearances and international commitments. India’s Position on the UNGA Resolution ● India abstained during…