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Today's Headlines - 17 March 2024

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What is the Model Code of Conduct, and what are the penalties for violation?

GS Paper II

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The Election Commission of India (EC) has announced the dates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections and asked all political parties to strictly adhere to the Mode Code of Conduct (MCC), which lays down a list of dos and don’ts for leaders and parties ahead of elections.

Who will benefit from the new CAA Rules?

GS Paper II

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The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recently notified the Citizenship Amendment Rules, 2024.

Why we need a new competition law

GS Paper II

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India may enact a dedicated law to curb the anti-competitive conduct of large digital enterprises, or big tech, in the months following the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.

New patent rules and status of intellectual properties in India

GS Paper III

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Recently, the Patent Rules 2024 have been notified, marking a significant milestone in the journey towards fostering innovation and economic development.

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Indigenous drug for sickle cell disease developed

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Recently, the Delhi-based Akmus Drugs and Pharmaceutical Limited announced the development of a new drug for sickle cell disease.

Foundational Literacy & Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT)

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According to the Union Education Ministry, the Government will conduct the Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT) as part of Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram across 23 States.

India Abstains in UNGA on Pak Resolution on Islamophobia

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The 193-member UN General Assembly adopted the resolution ‘Measures to combat Islamophobia’, introduced by Pakistan, with 115 nations voting in favour, none against and 44 abstentions, including India, Brazil, France, Germany, Italy, Ukraine and the UK.

Kochrab Ashram

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The Prime Minister recently inaugurated the renovated Kochrab Ashram in Ahmedabad, commemorating the 94th anniversary of the Dandi March.

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