Project ‘Devika’: North India’s First River Rejuvenation nears completion

Introduction North India’s first river rejuvenation project, ‘Devika’, is nearing completion and will soon be inaugurated by Prime Minister. About Project ‘Devika’ Initiation: Launched in February 2019 by the PM, the project is modelled after the ‘Namami Ganga’ initiative. Demand: The project, long demanded for renovation and rejuvenation, gained momentum after 2014, marking a significant… Continue reading

Debate on VVPAT Verification in Indian Elections

Introduction Recent Developments: A political alliance, has requested a meeting with the Election Commission of India (ECI) to discuss and suggest changes regarding the use of Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) machines. Proposal: The alliance proposes that VVPAT slips be handed to voters to place in a separate ballot box, with 100% counting of… Continue reading

Why is Upskilling necessary for the Rural Youth?

Introduction Trend of Urbanization: Despite the UN’s projection that nearly 50% of India’s population will reside in urban areas by 2047, many rural youths express a preference to stay in their villages. Life Skills Collaborative Discussion: A group discussion revealed that rural youth aspire to remain in their villages, highlighting the need to focus on… Continue reading

Space Missions to Watch in 2024

Introduction 2023 Milestones: NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission returned a sample from an asteroid, and India’s Chandrayaan-3 explored the lunar South Pole. 2024 Prospects: The year is set to be thrilling for space exploration, with several missions under NASA’s Artemis plan and Commercial Lunar Payload Services targeting the moon. Key Missions to Follow in 2024 [1] Europa… Continue reading

Crucial Role of Karman Line in Space Defense Strategies

Introduction The Karman line, the theoretical boundary between Earth’s atmosphere and outer space, plays a crucial role in space defense and satellite communications. Understanding the Karman Line The Karman Line is an abstract boundary positioned at an altitude of 100 kilometers above sea level. Its primary function is to establish the separation between Earth’s atmosphere… Continue reading

Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) Technology in India

Introduction The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has identified significant challenges in implementing direct-to-mobile (D2M) technology, which allows streaming TV content directly to mobile phones without an internet connection. The proposal for D2M has faced opposition from technology companies like Qualcomm, Samsung, Ericsson, Nokia, and telecom operators. About Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) Technology Direct-to-mobile (D2M) technology is a… Continue reading

Indian Science Congress Postponement: Significance and Implications

Introduction The Indian Science Congress, a significant annual event for scientists and science students in India, has been postponed from its usual start date of January 3. About Indian Science Congress Details Headquarters Kolkata, West Bengal, India Establishment 1914 in Kolkata Annual Meeting First week of January Membership More than 30,000 scientists First Congress 1914… Continue reading

Nrega, Nyay and PM-Kisan: Why do politicians rush to give direct benefits?

Introduction Revival of NYAY: A mainstream political party has revived its 2019 manifesto center-piece, the NYAY scheme (Nyuntam Aay Yojana or Minimum Income Scheme), ahead of the 2024 general election. Promised Benefits: The party announced that if elected, the party would implement NYAY, providing women with an annual income of Rs 60,000-70,000. Background of NYAY… Continue reading

Akash Missile System: India’s Iron Dome

Central Idea India demonstrated the firepower of its Akash surface-to-air (SAM) weapon system, where a single firing unit simultaneously engaged and destroyed four unmanned targets during the recent Exercise Astrashakti 2023. Countries like Armenia, Brazil, and Egypt have shown interest in acquiring the Akash SAM. About Akash Missile System Details Development and Production Developed by… Continue reading

India’s Transition in Slum Definitions

Central Idea Research Citation: Nipesh Narayanan’s research, published in the Economic & Political Weekly on October 21, 2023, delves into the changing conceptualization of slums in Indian parliamentary debates from 1953 to 2014. Policy on Slums: These shifting narratives have significantly influenced government policies and approaches towards slums. Evolution of Discourses on Slums Parliamentary Debates… Continue reading

Nationwide Transportation Strike: Protests against Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

Central Idea The nationwide transportation strike entered its second day, causing huge disruptions across the country. The strike, involving truck, bus, and tanker drivers, is a protest against stringent regulations under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) for hit-and-run cases. Background of the Strike: BNS Provisions Implementation of BNS: The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which introduces tougher… Continue reading

Sarna Religion and its Forest Conservation Rituals

Central Idea A study at IIT Indore on tribal culture, forest conservation, and wildfire in central India sheds light on the Sarna religion’s tenets. About Sarna Religion Details Nature of Faith Indigenous religious faith predominantly followed in the Chota Nagpur Plateau region. Geographical Spread Jharkhand, Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and smaller numbers in Assam,… Continue reading

Kyrgyzstan declares Snow Leopard as National Symbol

Central Idea Kyrgyzstan, a Central Asian country, has declared the snow leopard as its national symbol. About Snow Leopard Details Habitat Mountainous regions of Central and Southern Asia; in India: western and eastern Himalayas. Indian Geographical Range Western Himalayas (J&K, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand) and Eastern Himalayas (Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh). Project Snow Leopard (2009) Aims… Continue reading

Suspending the Free Movement Regime: India’s Border Policy with Myanmar

Central Idea On January 2, the Indian government announced plans to scrap the Free Movement Regime (FMR) along the Myanmar border. Residents in border areas, previously able to cross freely, will now require visas. About Free Movement Regime Initiated in the 1970s, the FMR allowed people living within 16 km of the India-Myanmar border to… Continue reading

India’s 1991 Crisis and the RBI Governor’s Role

Central Idea S. Venkitaramanan, former Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), passed away, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions. His tenure is marked by crucial interventions during India’s economic crises and a commitment to open dialogue and innovative policies. Navigating the Balance of Payments Crisis Economic Turbulence in 1990: India faced a… Continue reading

In news: Electoral Bond Scheme

Central Idea The government has announced a fresh tranche of electoral bond sales for a 10-day period starting through the authorised branches of State Bank of India across the country. About the Electoral Bond Scheme Definition Banking instruments for political party donations with donor anonymity. Launch 2017-18 Union Budget Purchase Method Available to Indian citizens… Continue reading

Parliament breach accused underwent Psychoanalysis

Central Idea The Delhi Police’s use of psychoanalysis for assessing motives in the Parliament breach incident highlights its contemporary relevance. Origins of Psychoanalysis Development by Freud: Sigmund Freud, a Viennese psychiatrist, developed psychoanalysis as a modern Western system of psychotherapy. Evolution over Time: Initially a treatment for unexplained symptoms, psychoanalysis has evolved, influenced by various… Continue reading

Kharsawan Massacre of 1948: A Tragic Chapter in Jharkhand’s History

Central Idea On January 1, 1948, the town of Kharsawan in present-day Jharkhand witnessed a massacre reminiscent of what happened in Jallianwala Bagh in 1919. Police opened fire at a crowd gathered for a protest and the weekly haat (market), killing hundreds, or by some accounts, thousands of Adivasis. Kharsawan Massacre: A Background Since the… Continue reading

Earthquake and Tsunami strikes Central Japan

Central Idea On January 1, 2024, a 7.5-magnitude earthquake hit Ishikawa prefecture in Japan, triggering tsunami waves over a meter high. Japan’s Geographical Vulnerability Japan’s geographical vulnerability, particularly concerning plate tectonics, is a critical aspect of its environmental and disaster management challenges. The country’s location at the convergence of several major tectonic plates makes it… Continue reading

Virtual Digital Asset Regulation: Global Perspectives and Challenges

Central Idea The Financial Intelligence Unit India (FIU IND) issued notices to offshore virtual digital asset service providers (VDA SPs) for non-compliance with the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). A request was made to the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to block URLs of these entities. About Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs) Digital… Continue reading

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