Context: A total of 83 people were injured in the jallikattu organised at Mukkanipatti village in Pudukottai district and Pallapatti village in Tiruchi district. Jallikattu (Sallikkattu) Jallikattu (or Sallikkattu), also known as Eru Taḻuvuṭal and Manju-virattu is an Indian event where a zebu bull is released into a crowd, and people try to grab the large hump on the bull’s back while it tries to escape. It is mostly practiced in southern Tamil Nadu during Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day. Animal rights organizations have called for a ban on the sport due to incidents of injury and death. It was banned several times by the Supreme Court of India but a fresh ordinance was issued in 2017 to make it continue its sporting activities.
The Ribotoxic Stress Response (RSR)
The ribotoxic stress response pathway is a mechanism that senses for stress in cells and initiates stress response programmes. RSR is involved with cell death and inflammation, though it also plays some role in regulation of metabolism.
Ribosomes
Ribosomes are molecular machines that synthesize proteins in all cells. They are made of RNA and protein, and are found in the cytoplasm of cells.
“RNA Damage Drives Acute Sunburn” Study
Key Highlights: What is Sunburn? Sunburned skin looks red, painful, and damaged due to too much exposure in the sun. The ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun or a tanning bed burn your skin when you get a sunburn. You don’t have to spend a whole day at the beach or swimming pool to get a sunburn. Multiple sunburns can cause premature skin aging and skin cancer. Ribosomes Ribosomes are molecular machines that synthesize proteins in all cells. They are made of RNA and protein, and are found in the cytoplasm of cells. The Ribotoxic Stress Response (RSR) The ribotoxic stress response pathway is a mechanism that senses for stress in cells and initiates stress response programmes. RSR is involved with cell death and inflammation, though it also plays some role in regulation of metabolism. Genome Genome India Project
The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)
The ICDS is a government initiative in India, offering healthcare, nutrition, and education for children up to six years old and their mothers. The ICDS was introduced in 1975 with the purpose of improving the nutritional condition of children and reducing child health problems. ICDS Scheme Schemes Under ICDS ICDS Objectives Other Comparable Government Initiatives UPSC Civil Services Examination Previous Year Question (PYQ) Prelims Q. Which of the following can be said to be essentially the parts of ‘Inclusive Governance’? (2012) Select the correct answer using the codes given below: (a) 1 and 2 only(b) 3 and 4 only(c) 2, 3 and 4 only(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Ans: (c) Explanation: Mains Q. Hunger and Poverty are the biggest challenges for good governance in India still today. Evaluate how far successive governments have progressed in dealing with these humongous problems. Suggest measures for improvement. (2017) Take-Home Ration (THR)
Take-Home Ration (THR)
Context: The Jharkhand government started the distribution of ‘Shishu Shakti’ packets, an enhanced version of the take-home ration (THR) for severely malnourished children, with the aim of making the State malnutrition-free, an official said. Take Home Ration (THR) Take Home Ration (THR) is a program in India. It provides fortified rations to pregnant women, lactating mothers, and children. The program falls under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. It is a report that was released by NITI Aayog and the World Food Program.
India-Oman FTA
Context: India is not seeking customs duty concessions on over 100 product categories such as liquor, and cigarette in the proposed free trade agreement (FTA) with Oman, which is under negotiations between the two countries, sources said. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) An FTA is an agreement between two or more countries that reduce or remove trade barriers. The main purpose of an FTA is to increase trade between the participating countries.
Generalized System of Preferences (GSP)
The Generalized System of Preferences is a program allowing developing countries to export specific products to developed countries with reduced or eliminated customs duties. The GSP program was designed to promote the growth of developing countries and reduce poverty in these countries. India-US GSP The United States (US) removed India’s Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) on June 5, 2019. GSP is a facility that provides developing countries with an opportunity to export goods to the US without paying duty.
Agriculture GVA and Its Implications
Stagnation in Agriculture’s Contribution Impact on Farmers Emergence of Agri-Lending: Growth and Challenges Growth in Agriculture Credit Challenges in Agri-Lending Means to Ensure Sustainable Agri-Lending Institutional Measures Collaborative Approach Source: Business Line
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025
Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a strong pitch for the automobile industry to “make in India, make for the world” emphasising that the future belonged to “Asia and India” at the inauguration of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025
