"Forever chemicals" is a colloquial term for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a large group of man-made chemicals that have been widely used in various industrial applications and consumer products since the 1940s. read here to learn more about them. Forever chemicals are characterized … [Read more...] about Forever Chemicals: What are PFAS?
Intersex rights: UNHRC adopts first of its kind resolution
Intersex rights are an integral part of the broader human rights conversation, focusing on the rights and dignity of intersex individuals. Read here to learn more about the issues of intersex rights. Intersex people are born with physical sex characteristics (such as genitalia, gonads, hormone … [Read more...] about Intersex rights: UNHRC adopts first of its kind resolution
Living Wills: Why is the execution lagging in India?
A living will, also known as an advance directive, is a legal document that outlines a person's wishes regarding medical treatment in situations where they are no longer able to communicate or make decisions due to a severe illness or incapacitation. Read here to learn more. The ‘living will’ is … [Read more...] about Living Wills: Why is the execution lagging in India?
Tornado: How is it different from Cyclone?
Tornadoes are one of the most powerful and dynamic weather phenomena on Earth. How are they different from cyclones? Read here to learn more. Tornadoes are known for their potential to cause significant destruction in a very short amount of time, including damage to structures, landscapes, and in … [Read more...] about Tornado: How is it different from Cyclone?
Artificial Sun: Can it harness unlimited clean energy?
The term "artificial sun" often refers to nuclear fusion research devices that aim to replicate the sun's energy production process. Read here to learn more about it. The sun generates energy through nuclear fusion, where hydrogen nuclei merge under extreme pressure and temperature conditions to … [Read more...] about Artificial Sun: Can it harness unlimited clean energy?
Spices Sector in India
The spices sector in India is a significant component of its agricultural industry, playing a pivotal role both historically and in the contemporary global market. Read here to learn more about it. India is not only the largest producer but also the largest consumer and exporter of spices in the … [Read more...] about Spices Sector in India
Swell Waves: What is Kallakadal?
The swell waves, without providing any signs in the local winds, at times cause severe flooding events along the east and west coasts of India. The phenomenon often causes destruction along the coast, with fishermen losing fishing gear and vessels due to sudden coastal flooding. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Swell Waves: What is Kallakadal?
Vaikom Satyagraha: 100 years commemoration
Vaikom satyagraha which lasted for 604 days (20 months) from March 30, 1924 to November 23, 1925, marked the dawn of temple entry movements across India. Read here to learn more about the movement. Vaikom Satyagraha was a significant socio-political movement in Kerala, India, during the early … [Read more...] about Vaikom Satyagraha: 100 years commemoration
States Borrowing Power
In India, the states borrowing power is governed by the Constitution, under Articles 292 and 293, and further detailed in various legal and regulatory frameworks. Read further to learn more. The fiscal autonomy of states in India refers to the degree of independence state governments have in … [Read more...] about States Borrowing Power
Katchatheevu Island: What is the dispute about?
Katchatheevu Island is a small, uninhabited island located in the Palk Strait, between the southeastern coast of India and the northwestern coast of Sri Lanka. Read here to learn more about the history and disputes related to the Island. Katchatheevu means 'barren island' in Tamil. Though barren … [Read more...] about Katchatheevu Island: What is the dispute about?
