Does India really need State Governors?
Central Idea The recent termination of a state minister’s appointment by Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi has sparked renewed… Continue reading Does India really need State Governors?
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Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS) to review all NSO Data
Central Idea Revamping the SCES: Standing Committee on Economic Statistics (SCES) set up in late 2019 faced criticism for data… Continue reading Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS) to review all NSO Data
Why is there a controversy on the forest Bill?
What’s the news? The Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023 is set to be presented during the upcoming monsoon session of… Continue reading Why is there a controversy on the forest Bill?
Who was Nawab Wajid Ali Shah (1822-1887)?
Central Idea An exhibition, heritage walk, and talk will be held in Kolkata to commemorate the bicentenary year of Nawab… Continue reading Who was Nawab Wajid Ali Shah (1822-1887)?
India to buy Rafale Marine Jet from France
Central Idea DAC Approval for Rafale: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) cleared proposals to procure 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets… Continue reading India to buy Rafale Marine Jet from France
What are AT-1 Bonds?
Central Idea Subscription Disappointment: State Bank of India (SBI)’s additional tier-1 (AT-1) bond issue saw a very low response from… Continue reading What are AT-1 Bonds?
New Scorpene Class Submarines for Navy
Central Idea Procurement Announcement: The three additional Scorpene submarines will be procured under the Buy (Indian) category. The Mazagon Dock… Continue reading New Scorpene Class Submarines for Navy
Age of Consent for Data Protection
Central Idea Empowering the Central Government: The upcoming data protection Bill in India could grant the Centre the authority to… Continue reading Age of Consent for Data Protection
EV Tires: A lesser-known Pollution Headache
Central Idea: Tire Pollution Meeting EVs’ Needs: Tire manufacturers strive to develop the perfect tire that balances performance and durability… Continue reading EV Tires: A lesser-known Pollution Headache
Affordable treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)
Central Idea Researchers in India are collaborating to develop an affordable treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a rare and… Continue reading Affordable treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)
EU Nature Restoration Law faces backlash from Farmers
Central Idea The EU Parliament’s approval of a nature restoration law has sparked backlash and debate over plans to protect… Continue reading EU Nature Restoration Law faces backlash from Farmers
First GSI Survey of the Siachen
Central Idea NJ 9842 vs. 5Q 131 05 084: Exploring India-Pakistan’s last demarcated point and the Siachen glacier’s assigned number… Continue reading First GSI Survey of the Siachen
What is Bastille Day?
Central idea The National Day of France, also known as Bastille Day, is celebrated on July 14 every year. Known… Continue reading What is Bastille Day?
Species in news: Atlantic Menhaden
Central Idea Researchers have discovered that the population of ospreys, a fish-eating bird, is facing a decline due to the… Continue reading Species in news: Atlantic Menhaden
Urban Deluge due to rising Yamuna Level in Delhi
Central Idea The Yamuna River in Delhi is experiencing it’s highest-ever water levels, causing concerns and necessitating emergency actions. Heavy… Continue reading Urban Deluge due to rising Yamuna Level in Delhi
Poverty’s Impact on Brain Development
Introduction In 1844, Frederich Engels observed that poor living conditions had physical effects on the poor, manifesting in various health… Continue reading Poverty’s Impact on Brain Development
Counting down: Launch of Chandrayaan-3 Mission
Central Idea The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch the Chandrayaan 3 mission on July 14 from… Continue reading Counting down: Launch of Chandrayaan-3 Mission
World past Holocene Epoch: Anthropocene began in 1950
Central Idea AWG’s Proposal: The Anthropocene Working Group (AWG) proposes a new geological epoch called the Anthropocene. Reference Point: The… Continue reading World past Holocene Epoch: Anthropocene began in 1950
India sees significant reduction in Multidimensional Poverty
Central Idea The latest update of the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) by the UN Development Programme (UNDP) and the Oxford… Continue reading India sees significant reduction in Multidimensional Poverty
Electoral Bonds chief source of donations for parties: Report
Central Idea Electoral bonds have emerged as the primary source of donations for political parties in India, with the BJP… Continue reading Electoral Bonds chief source of donations for parties: Report
