{"id":11018,"date":"2023-09-28T05:34:20","date_gmt":"2023-09-28T05:34:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=11018"},"modified":"2023-12-30T09:37:52","modified_gmt":"2023-12-30T09:37:52","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 21st September 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a 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for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d0a48edb663\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d0a48edb663\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Deoxygenation_in_riverine_ecosystems\" title=\"Deoxygenation in riverine ecosystems&nbsp;\">Deoxygenation in riverine ecosystems&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#In_News\" title=\"In News\">In News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#About_the_study\" title=\"About the study\">About the study<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Why_is_this_study_significant\" title=\"Why is this study significant?&nbsp;\">Why is this study significant?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#What_are_the_implications_of_deoxygenation_on_riverine_ecosystems\" title=\"What are the implications of deoxygenation on riverine ecosystems?&nbsp;\">What are the implications of deoxygenation on riverine ecosystems?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#UNCITRAL_South_Asia_Conference\" title=\"UNCITRAL South Asia Conference&nbsp;\">UNCITRAL South Asia Conference&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Why_in_News\" title=\"Why in News\">Why in News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#United_Nations_Commission_on_International_Trade_Law_UNCITRAL\" title=\"United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL)\">United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#UNCITRAL_South_Asia_Conference-2\" title=\"UNCITRAL South Asia Conference\">UNCITRAL South Asia Conference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Supra_Thermal_and_Energetic_Particle_Spectrometer_STEPS\" title=\"Supra Thermal and Energetic Particle Spectrometer (STEPS)&nbsp;\">Supra Thermal and Energetic Particle Spectrometer (STEPS)&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Why_in_News-2\" title=\"Why in News\">Why in News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Supra_Thermal_and_Energetic_Particle_Spectrometer_STEPS-2\" title=\"Supra Thermal and Energetic Particle Spectrometer (STEPS)\">Supra Thermal and Energetic Particle Spectrometer (STEPS)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Aditya_L1\" title=\"Aditya L1\">Aditya L1<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Londons_India_Club\" title=\"London\u2019s India Club&nbsp;\">London\u2019s India Club&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#In_News-2\" title=\"In News\">In News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#About\" title=\"About&nbsp;\">About&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#SHREYAS_scheme\" title=\"SHREYAS scheme&nbsp;\">SHREYAS scheme&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#In_News-3\" title=\"In News\">In News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" 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ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#About_Kisan_Rin_Portal\" title=\"About Kisan Rin Portal\">About Kisan Rin Portal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Weather_Information_Network_Data_Systems_WINDS_portal\" title=\"Weather Information Network Data Systems (WINDS) portal\">Weather Information Network Data Systems (WINDS) portal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Operation_Sajag\" title=\"Operation Sajag&nbsp;\">Operation Sajag&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#In_News-5\" title=\"In News\">In News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#About-3\" title=\"About&nbsp;\">About&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Narmada_River\" title=\"Narmada River&nbsp;\">Narmada River&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#In_News-6\" title=\"In News\">In News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#About-4\" title=\"About\">About<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Sardar_Sarovar_Dam\" title=\"Sardar Sarovar Dam&nbsp;\">Sardar Sarovar Dam&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Biohacking\" title=\"Biohacking&nbsp;\">Biohacking&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#In_News-7\" title=\"In News\">In News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#About-5\" title=\"About\">About<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#More_Information\" title=\"More Information\">More Information<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Q_What_are_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: What are daily current affairs?\">Q: What are daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Q_Why_is_it_important_to_stay_updated_with_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs?\">Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Q_Where_can_I_access_daily_current_affairs_information\" title=\"Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information?\">Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Q_How_can_I_effectively_incorporate_daily_current_affairs_into_my_routine\" title=\"Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine?\">Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#Q_What_are_some_tips_for_critical_analysis_of_daily_current_affairs\" title=\"Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs?\">Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-21th-september-2023\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deoxygenation_in_riverine_ecosystems\"><\/span><strong>Deoxygenation in riverine ecosystems<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS Paper-3: Environment &amp; Ecology&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News\"><\/span><strong>In News<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The findings of a study led by the Pennsylvania State University showed that of <strong>nearly 800 rivers across the United States and Central Europe, warming occurred in 87 percent and oxygen loss in 70 percent.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_study\"><\/span><strong>About the study<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The study found that the <strong>rivers are warming and losing oxygen faster than oceans<\/strong>, and deoxygenation could \u201cinduce acute death\u201d for certain aquatic species.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Of nearly 800 rivers across the United States and Central Europe, warming occurred in 87 percent and oxygen loss in 70 percent.&nbsp;<\/li><li>While <strong>urban rivers <\/strong>showed the most rapid warming, <strong>rural rivers <\/strong>witnessed the slowest warming but the fastest deoxygenation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The researchers also forecast <strong>future rates.&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Across all the rivers they studied, future deoxygenation rates were between 1.6 and 2.5 times higher than historical rates.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"594\" height=\"296\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-219.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11023 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-219.png 594w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-219-585x292.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 594px) 100vw, 594px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 594px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 594\/296;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_this_study_significant\"><\/span><strong>Why is this study significant?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The implications of deoxygenation on riverine ecosystems have historically been <strong>overlooked<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>And there are <strong>significant implications for water quality and the health of aquatic ecosystems <\/strong>worldwide.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Though riverine water temperature and dissolved oxygen levels are essential measures of water quality and ecosystem health, they are <strong>poorly understood <\/strong>as they are hard to quantify.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Lack of consistent data<\/strong> across different rivers and the myriad of variables involved that can change oxygen levels in each watershed are the reasons for flawed assessments.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_implications_of_deoxygenation_on_riverine_ecosystems\"><\/span><strong>What are the implications of deoxygenation on riverine ecosystems?<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Deoxygenation <strong>drives greenhouse gas emissions<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It leads to the<strong> release of toxic metals<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>If the oxygen levels get low enough, it becomes <strong>dangerous for aquatic life<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Within the next 70 years, certain species of fish could die out completely due to longer periods of low oxygen levels, according to the study.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Coastal areas, like the Gulf of Mexico, often have dead zones in the summer.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is <strong>reducing the quality and quantity of suitable habitat,<\/strong> also known as <strong>habitat compression<\/strong>, reducing growth rate, changing visual function, interfering with reproduction, and increasing disease susceptibility.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/news\/climate-change\/this-study-looked-at-how-rivers-throughout-the-world-are-faring-and-the-findings-are-disturbing-91769\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Down to Earth<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UNCITRAL_South_Asia_Conference\"><\/span><strong>UNCITRAL South Asia Conference<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags:<\/strong> GS \u2013 2: International Relations (Global Groupings)&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_News\"><\/span><strong>Why in News<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, India hosted the inaugural United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) South Asia Conference.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"United_Nations_Commission_on_International_Trade_Law_UNCITRAL\"><\/span><strong>United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is the <strong>principal legal entity in the UN system<\/strong> that is dedicated to international trade law.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is a <strong>legal body with universal membership<\/strong> that specializes in commercial law reform worldwide.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is an <strong>international organization of lawyers that focuses on changing business law around the globe<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>For <strong>more than 50 years<\/strong>, it has worked to update and harmonise the laws governing transnational commerce.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The main objective of UNCITRAL is <strong>to promote fairness, transparency, and efficiency in cross-border commercial transactions <\/strong>by developing legal frameworks and tools.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>India has been a member of UNCITRAL since its inception<\/strong> being one of the first 29 member states.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UNCITRAL_South_Asia_Conference-2\"><\/span><strong>UNCITRAL South Asia Conference<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The conference aimed <strong>to strengthen India\u2019s engagement with UNCITRAL<\/strong> and encourage interaction between UNCITRAL, the judiciary, bureaucracy, academia, and the legal fraternity.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It was <strong>organized jointly by the Ministry of External Affairs, UNCITRAL, and the organization\u2019s national coordination committee for India<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The conference covered various topics, including the digital economy, MSMEs and access to credit, insolvency, investor-state dispute settlement reform, international commercial arbitration, and mediation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It also discussed on <strong>alternative dispute resolution developments<\/strong> and how <strong>to make India a hub for arbitration<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livemint.com\/news\/india\/india-hosts-inaugural-uncitral-south-asia-conference-11694853527635.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Live Ment<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supra_Thermal_and_Energetic_Particle_Spectrometer_STEPS\"><\/span><strong>Supra Thermal and Energetic Particle Spectrometer (STEPS)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags:<\/strong> GS \u2013 3: Science &amp; Technology (Space Technology)&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_News-2\"><\/span><strong>Why in News<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, one of the seven instruments on board India&#8217;s first solar mission, Aditya-L1, the Supra Thermal and Energetic Particle Spectrometer (STEPS) sub-system, has started gathering data.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supra_Thermal_and_Energetic_Particle_Spectrometer_STEPS-2\"><\/span><strong>Supra Thermal and Energetic Particle Spectrometer (STEPS)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/77a2aa8a-786f-4710-835f-ecd2eb89f3b0\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is a <strong>component of the Aditya Solar Wind Particle Experiment (ASPEX) payload<\/strong> on India&#8217;s Aditya-L1 satellite.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is <strong>designed to measure swiftly moving charged particles<\/strong> produced by solar activities.&nbsp;<\/li><li>STEPS <strong>offers useful information for solar science and space weather studies <\/strong>and aids with the analysis of the behaviour of particles orbiting the Earth.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aditya_L1\"><\/span><strong>Aditya L1<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It was <strong>launched on 2<sup>nd<\/sup> September, 2023<\/strong> and has <strong>left the Earth\u2019s orbit towards the Earth-Sun System\u2019s Lagrange 1 (L1) point<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The objective of this mission is <strong>to study the Sun, its upper atmospheric dynamics (Chromosphere and Corona), and understand the physics of the Solar Corona and its heating mechanism for 5 years<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The <strong>Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV)<\/strong> has been used for its launch.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Payloads on the satellite<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/li><li>Visible Emission Line Coronagraph (VELC)&nbsp;<\/li><li>Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT)&nbsp;<\/li><li>Solar Low Energy X-Ray Spectrometer (SoLEXS)&nbsp;<\/li><li>High Energy L1 Orbiting X-Ray Spectrometer (HELIOS)&nbsp;<\/li><li>Aditya Solar wind Particle Experiment (ASPEX)&nbsp;<\/li><li>Plasma Analyser Package for Aditya (PAPA)&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Lagrange Points<\/strong> are the <strong>equilibrium positions in space<\/strong> where the gravitational forces of two large celestial bodies, like the Earth and the Sun, produce enhanced regions of attraction and repulsion.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>L1 point provides an unobstructed view of the Sun<\/strong>, even during phenomena like an eclipse; allow payloads to directly observe the Sun and makes the mission fuel efficient.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"363\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-218.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11022 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-218.png 602w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-218-585x353.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 602px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 602\/363;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/technology\/tech-news-technology\/data-protection-act-govt-to-discuss-transition-timeline-consent-mechanism-with-industry-8947576\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Londons_India_Club\"><\/span><strong>London\u2019s India Club<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-1 History&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-2\"><\/span><strong>In News<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Recently, London\u2019s India Club got closed permanently, which was a historic establishment that served as a meeting place for Indians in the United Kingdom during the independence movement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About\"><\/span><strong>About<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>London&#8217;s India Club <strong>was established in 1951 by the India League<\/strong>, an organization initially dedicated to advocating for Indian independence and later focused on promoting friendship between <strong>India and Britain post-independence<\/strong>. The India Club <strong>played a pivotal role in the lives of Asian diaspora<\/strong> communities in Britain.&nbsp;<\/li><li>London\u2019s India Club<strong> <\/strong>situated within the Strand Continental Hotel, this establishment not only offered delectable Indian cuisine but also served as a <strong>central meeting point for individuals associated with India in the UK<\/strong>. Its interiors remained remarkably preserved over the years, reflecting a rich history.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The India Club <strong>hosted a variety of groups and activities, including the Indian Journalist Association, Indian Workers Association<\/strong>, and Indian Socialist Group of Britain.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Throughout its existence, the <strong>India Club attracted distinguished visitors, including Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the inaugural President of independent India, Lord Mountbatten, the final Viceroy of India, Jawaharlal Nehru, Dadabhai Naoroji<\/strong>, Bertrand Russell, and MF Hussain, among others. VK Krishna Menon, a diplomat and former Indian Defence Minister, served as one of the secretaries of the India Club.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-history\/london-india-club-shut-down-8944049\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SHREYAS_scheme\"><\/span><strong>SHREYAS scheme<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-3 Economy&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-3\"><\/span><strong>In News<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment the \u201cSHREYAS\u201d has played a significant role in empowering students from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Other Backward Classes (OBC) in India since 2014-15.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-2\"><\/span><strong>About<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The umbrella scheme of &#8220;SHREYAS&#8221; comprises <strong>4 central sector sub-schemes<\/strong> namely &#8220;Top Class Education for SCs&#8221;, &#8220;Free Coaching Scheme for SCs and OBCs&#8221;, &#8220;National Overseas Scheme for SCs&#8221; and &#8220;National Fellowship for SCs&#8221;.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Subscheme_of_SHREYAS\"><\/span><strong>About the Subscheme of SHREYAS<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Free Coaching Scheme for SCs and OBCs:<\/strong> The objective of the Scheme is to provide<strong> coaching of good quality for economically disadvantaged Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) <\/strong>candidates to enable them to appear in competitive and entrance examinations&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Top-Class Education for SCs:<\/strong> The Scheme <strong>aims at recognizing and promoting quality education amongst students belonging to SCs<\/strong>, by providing full financial support. The Scheme will cover SC students pursuing studies beyond the 12th class.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>National Overseas Scheme for SCs:<\/strong> Under this scheme financial assistance is provided to the selected students from SCs (115 slots); <strong>De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes (6 slots); landless agricultural laborers and traditional artisan categories<\/strong> (4 slots), for pursuing masters and Ph.D. level courses abroad.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>National Fellowship for SC Students:<\/strong> Under the scheme, fellowship is provided to Scheduled Castes students for pursuing higher education leading to M.Phil\/Ph.D. degrees in Sciences, Humanities, and Social Sciences in Indian Universities\/Institutions\/ Colleges\u202frecognized\u202fby University Grants Commission (UGC).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"72\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-215.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11019 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 474px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 474\/72;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1958644\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PIB Gov.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kisan_Rin_Portal\"><\/span><strong>Kisan Rin Portal<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-3 Agriculture&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-4\"><\/span><strong>In News<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, the government launched the<strong> Weather Information Network Data Systems (WINDS) portal and<\/strong> the <strong>\u201cKisan Rin Portal<\/strong>\u201d.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Kisan_Rin_Portal\"><\/span><strong>About Kisan Rin Portal<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Kisan Rin digital platform <strong>aims to provide a holistic perspective on farmer-related information<\/strong>, encompassing details about scheme <strong>utilization progress, loan disbursement specifics<\/strong>, and claims for interest subvention.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Kisan Rin Portal was launched as <strong>part of the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme to revolutionize the agriculture sector.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This initiative seeks to <strong>foster improved collaboration with financial institutions,<\/strong> streamlining the process of granting agricultural credit for enhanced efficiency.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weather_Information_Network_Data_Systems_WINDS_portal\"><\/span><strong>Weather Information Network Data Systems (WINDS) portal<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>WINDS harnesses sophisticated weather data analytics to furnish stakeholders with actionable insights for <strong>making informed decisions pertaining to agriculture and weather<\/strong>-related matters.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The portal also <strong>comprises a comprehensive manual designed to assist stakeholders in comprehending its functionalities, interpreting data<\/strong>, and maximizing its effective utilization.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.business-standard.com\/india-news\/indian-govt-launches-the-kisan-rin-portal-with-the-weather-portal-wind-123091900330_1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Business Standard<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Operation_Sajag\"><\/span><strong>Operation Sajag<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag:<\/strong> GS-3 Security Issue&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-5\"><\/span><strong>In News<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, the coastal security drill \u2018Operation Sajag\u2019 conducted by the Indian Coast Guard along the west coast&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-3\"><\/span><strong>About<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Operation Sajag was organized by the Indian Coast Guard along the western coastline and engaged all key participants <strong>within India&#8217;s coastal security framework<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>A total of 118 vessels, including those representing Customs, <strong>Marine Police, Ports, and the Indian Navy, actively participated<\/strong> in this exercise.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The primary objective of this drill is to <strong>reaffirm and evaluate the effectiveness of the coastal security apparatus<\/strong> while concurrently raising awareness among fishermen operating at sea.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Operation Sajag has formalized efforts related to <strong>island security and community interaction programs under the broader coastal security<\/strong> framework.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"392\" height=\"262\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-217.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11021 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-217.png 392w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-217-263x175.png 263w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 392px) 100vw, 392px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 392px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 392\/262;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1958624\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PIB Gov. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Narmada_River\"><\/span><strong>Narmada River<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>GS \u20131 Geography&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-6\"><\/span><strong>In News<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Severe rains in Gujarat caused the Narmada River to flood, displacing thousands.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-4\"><\/span><strong>About<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Some blame the Sardar Sarovar Dam operators for their delayed actions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/8a7f51de-e302-4fb1-a787-ca05c2ac119f\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Narmada River<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Narmada is the <strong>largest west flowing <\/strong>river of the peninsular region flowing through a rift valley <strong>between the Vindhya Range on the north and the Satpura Range on the south.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It <strong>rises from Maikala range near Amarkantak in Madhya Pradesh.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It flows through <strong>Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat before reaching the Gulf of Cambay.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The river near Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh) <strong>forms the DhuanDhar Falls.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is the <strong>fifth largest river in India<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Major Tributaries: Hiran, Orsang, the Barna and the Kolar.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Notable dams in the Narmada Basin include the <strong>Sardar Sarovar Dam, Rani Avanti Bai Sagar (Bargi) Dam, and Maheshwar Dam.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sardar_Sarovar_Dam\"><\/span><strong>Sardar Sarovar Dam<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Sardar Sarovar Dam is a <strong>concrete gravity dam erected on the Narmada River<\/strong> near the town of Kevadiya in Gujarat\u2019s Narmada District.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The dam was constructed to <strong>provide water and electricity to four Indian states<\/strong>: <strong>Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The dam is located on the boundary between Gujarat and Maharashtra in Gujarat\u2019s Narmada district.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To the <strong>west of the dam lies the Malwa plateau of Madhya Pradesh<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/news\/natural-disasters\/swollen-narmada-displaces-thousands-in-gujarat-was-this-an-avoidable-disaster--91807\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Down to Earth<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Biohacking\"><\/span><strong>Biohacking<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>GS \u20133 Science &amp; Technology, Biotechnology&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-7\"><\/span><strong>In News<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Biohacking has gained more attention and popularity in recent years.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-5\"><\/span><strong>About<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Biohacking is the <strong>practice of modifying and enhancing human biology and physiology<\/strong>, <strong>often using technological and genetic interventions<\/strong>, to<strong> improve<\/strong> various aspects of <strong>health, cognition, and physical capabilities.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is using various methods, such as <strong>diet, supplements, devices, implants, or genetic engineering<\/strong>, for modifying or enhancing one\u2019s own body or biology.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The most <strong>well-known type of biohacking is genetic engineering<\/strong>, where individuals experiment with new technologies to <strong>enhance their physical appearance<\/strong> or capabilities.&nbsp;<\/li><li>However, biohacking also<strong> raises ethical and safety concerns<\/strong>, particularly when individuals engage in risky or unproven procedures.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Information\"><\/span><strong>More Information<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Example:<\/strong> Biohacking: <strong>Elon Musk\u2019s brain-chip startup, Neuralink<\/strong>, <strong>has received approval<\/strong> to begin the <strong>first human trial of its brain implant<\/strong> designed <strong>for paralysis patients<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The trial will focus on individuals with paralysis due to cervical spinal cord injury or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Neuralink aims to implant a brain-computer interface (BCI) to allow participants to control a computer cursor or keyboard using their thoughts.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"544\" height=\"358\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-216.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11020 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 544px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 544\/358;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/health\/wellness\/biohacking\/#:~:text=Biohacking%20is%20the%20practice%20of,Lofton%2C%20a%20registered%20dietitian%20and\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forbes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: What are daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Daily current affairs refer to the most recent and relevant events, developments, and news stories that are happening around the world on a day-to-day basis. These can encompass a wide range of topics, including politics, economics, science, technology, sports, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Why_is_it_important_to_stay_updated_with_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Staying updated with daily current affairs is crucial because it helps individuals make informed decisions in their personal and professional lives. It enables people to understand the world around them, stay aware of significant events, and engage in informed discussions about important issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Where_can_I_access_daily_current_affairs_information\"><\/span>Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: There are various sources for daily current affairs, including newspapers, news websites, television news broadcasts, radio programs, and dedicated apps or newsletters. Social media platforms are also widely used to share and access current affairs information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_I_effectively_incorporate_daily_current_affairs_into_my_routine\"><\/span>Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: To incorporate daily current affairs into your routine, consider setting aside specific times each day to read or watch news updates. You can also subscribe to newsletters or follow news apps to receive curated content. Engaging in discussions with peers or participating in online forums can further enhance your understanding of current events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_some_tips_for_critical_analysis_of_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: When analyzing daily current affairs, it&#8217;s essential to cross-reference information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy. Additionally, consider the source&#8217;s credibility and bias, if any. 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