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BRICS FM meeting in South Africa

Central Idea External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is in Cape Town, South Africa, to participate in a meeting of foreign ministers from the BRICS countries. The foreign ministers’ meeting aims to finalize the agenda for the upcoming BRICS summit, scheduled to be held in South Africa in August. What is BRICS? Explanation About BRICS is… Continue reading BRICS FM meeting in South Africa

Row over Mekedatu Project

Central Idea Announcement of dam and reservoir: The Deputy CM of Karnataka announced plans for the construction of a dam and reservoir called Mekedatu near the state’s border with Tamil Nadu. Objections raised by Tamil Nadu: Tamil Nadu expressed strong objections to the project, arguing that it goes against the rulings of both the Cauvery… Continue reading Row over Mekedatu Project

India’s GDP expanded 6.1% in 2022-23’s last quarter

Central Idea The National Statistical Office (NSO) has released provisional national income data revealing that India’s GDP growth in the January to March 2023 quarter reached 6.1%. This growth in the fourth quarter is the fastest among major economies, indicating better prospects for the current year compared to previous expectations. Key Highlights (1) Manufacturing Sector… Continue reading India’s GDP expanded 6.1% in 2022-23’s last quarter

UAE withdraws from Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)

Central Idea The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced its withdrawal from the U.S.-led Combined Maritime Forces (CMF), a maritime coalition responsible for securing Gulf waterways crucial to global oil trade. What is Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)? Establishment 2002 Location Bahrain Objective Promoting security, stability, and prosperity across maritime regions Member Nations Over 30 member… Continue reading UAE withdraws from Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)

City Investments to Innovate, Integrate and Sustain (CITIIS) Project

Central Idea The Union government has approved the second phase of the City Investments to Innovate, Integrate, and Sustain (CITIIS) project. What is CITIIS 2.0? It is a part of the Smart Cities Mission and aims to promote integrated waste management and climate-oriented reform actions. The project will be implemented in 18 cities selected through… Continue reading City Investments to Innovate, Integrate and Sustain (CITIIS) Project

Maharashtra’s Ahmednagar to be renamed Ahilyanagar

Central Idea Government decision: Ahmednagar district was renamed after Punyashlok Ahilya Devi Holkar. Support from officials: Government officials express gratitude and believe it enhances district honour. Previous discussions: Maharashtra Education Minister planned to rename the city as ‘Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Nagar’. Origin and History of Ahmednagar Ancient references: Ahmednagar was mentioned in reference to Mauryan Emperor… Continue reading Maharashtra’s Ahmednagar to be renamed Ahilyanagar

Light weight and Portable Payment System (LPSS) for emergencies

Central Idea The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed the development of a Light weight and Portable Payment System (LPSS). Light weight and Portable Payment System (LPSS) LPSS is referred to as a “bunker” equivalent, to ensure uninterrupted digital payments during exigencies such as natural calamities or war. This system will operate independently of… Continue reading Light weight and Portable Payment System (LPSS) for emergencies

Shifting US Policy: From Decoupling to De-risking in China Relations

Central Idea The US is transitioning its policy on China from decoupling to de-risking, signalling a new approach. The EU has already adopted a de-risking approach in its China policy, and the G-7 summit also expressed consensus on de-risking. Understanding the De-risking After establishing diplomatic ties in 1979, the US and China developed a deep… Continue reading Shifting US Policy: From Decoupling to De-risking in China Relations

India discovers TOI 4603b Exoplanet

Central Idea A new Jupiter-size exoplanet with the highest density known till this date has been discovered by an international team of scientists at the Exoplanet Research Group of the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad. Massive giant exoplanets are defined as those with a mass greater than four times that of Jupiter. About the Exoplanet… Continue reading India discovers TOI 4603b Exoplanet

Shenzhou-16 successfully launches with 3 Astronauts to Space

Central Idea China has achieved a successful launch of the Shenzhou-16 spacecraft carrying three astronauts to the Tiangong space station. What is Shenzhou-16? Shenzhou-16 spacecraft is part of Chinese manned spaceflight missions and was designed to transport astronauts to the Tiangong space station. This mission marks an important step in China’s space exploration efforts, with… Continue reading Shenzhou-16 successfully launches with 3 Astronauts to Space

India’s Initiative for ASEAN Women in UN Peacekeeping

Central Idea India, as one of the largest troop-contributing nations to United Nations Peacekeeping (UNPK) operations, is taking steps to empower and support women personnel from Southeast Asia in peacekeeping efforts. India-ASEAN Initiative for Women in UNPK Operations Defence Minister proposed this initiative last year to strengthen India-ASEAN defence cooperation. Tailor-made courses for women peacekeepers… Continue reading India’s Initiative for ASEAN Women in UN Peacekeeping

Live streaming of Court Proceedings

Central Idea The significance of live-streaming court proceedings as an extension of the ‘open justice’ and ‘open courts’ principle remains largely unrealized in India. Only nine out of the 25 High Courts in the country have implemented live streaming, while the Supreme Court restricts it to Constitutional cases. What is live-streaming technology? At its core,… Continue reading Live streaming of Court Proceedings

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