National Pension Scheme (NPS)
Central Idea The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced a new feature for systematic withdrawal from the… Continue reading National Pension Scheme (NPS)
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In news: Prime Ministers Museum and Library Society
Central Idea The decision to rename the Nehru Memorial Museum and Library (NMML) Society has ignited a political controversy. The… Continue reading In news: Prime Ministers Museum and Library Society
US- Iran Agreement : A Path to a Nuclear Arrangement
Central Idea The recent disclosure of interactions between American and Iranian diplomats has shed light on the ongoing negotiations regarding… Continue reading US- Iran Agreement : A Path to a Nuclear Arrangement
VAIBHAV Fellowship Program
Central Idea: The Ministry of Science & Technology has launched the Vaishvik Bhartiya Vaigyanik (VAIBHAV) fellowships programme. VAIBHAV Program The… Continue reading VAIBHAV Fellowship Program
Ladakh’s Demand for Sixth Schedule
Central Idea: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will meet civil society leaders from Ladakh amid persistent demands and protests… Continue reading Ladakh’s Demand for Sixth Schedule
Is the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) flawed?
Central Idea In a country as diverse as India, ranking universities and institutions is a complex task. The Ministry of… Continue reading Is the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) flawed?
80 Castes to be added to Central OBC List
Central Idea National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) is processing the approval for adding approximately 80 castes from six states… Continue reading 80 Castes to be added to Central OBC List
Implantable Brain-Computer Interface
Central Idea On May 25, the USFDA granted approval for clinical trials of Neuralink’s implantable Brain-Computer Interface (BCI), developed by… Continue reading Implantable Brain-Computer Interface
Controversial Species Names in Taxonomy
Central Idea The field of taxonomy, which involves naming and classifying living beings, is currently engaged in a heated discussion… Continue reading Controversial Species Names in Taxonomy
Transgenic Crops in India
Central Idea The states of Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Telangana in India have deferred a proposal to test a new type… Continue reading Transgenic Crops in India
Centre Discontinues Sale of Rice and Wheat under OMSS
Central Idea The Centre has discontinued the sale of rice and wheat from the central pool to State governments under… Continue reading Centre Discontinues Sale of Rice and Wheat under OMSS
Uniform Civil Code
Central Idea: The 22nd Law Commission of India has sought fresh suggestions from various stakeholders, including public and religious organisations,… Continue reading Uniform Civil Code
India’s Ambitious Grain Storage Plan
Central Idea India, with its massive population of 1.4 billion people, faces the challenge of ensuring food security for its… Continue reading India’s Ambitious Grain Storage Plan
Strengthening ICDS and Empowering Anganwadi Workers
Central Idea India continues to grapple with high rates of stunting, wasting, and anaemia, posing significant public health risks for… Continue reading Strengthening ICDS and Empowering Anganwadi Workers
Finance Commission and the Challenges of Fiscal Federalism
Central Idea The government is set to appoint a Finance Commission in the coming months to address the crucial matter… Continue reading Finance Commission and the Challenges of Fiscal Federalism
Festivals in news: Pandharpur Wari
The Sant Tukaram and Sant Dyaneshwar Palkhi processions started their three-week-long journeys from the temple towns of Dehu and Alandi… Continue reading Festivals in news: Pandharpur Wari
Data Breach: Unveiling the Cracks in Digital India
Central Idea On June 12, a series of events unfolded, revealing a stark disparity between the promises made by Digital… Continue reading Data Breach: Unveiling the Cracks in Digital India
What is El Nino and How it impacts the Monsoon?
Central Idea Delay in Monsoon: Any discussion on Indian monsoon delay these days invariably has references to the El Nino… Continue reading What is El Nino and How it impacts the Monsoon?
Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (SLHEP)
Central Idea Trial runs for the Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (SLHEP): NHPC Limited, a government of India enterprise, will begin… Continue reading Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project (SLHEP)
Hiroshima Process for AI Governance
Central Idea G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan: Annual meeting of the Group of Seven (G7) countries was held in Hiroshima,… Continue reading Hiroshima Process for AI Governance
