What is Keeling Curve?
Why in the News? Atmospheric CO₂ levels hit a record high in 2024 due to wildfires and human activities, as… Continue reading What is Keeling Curve?
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[pib] Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
Why in the News? Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) has completed 10 years on January 22, 2025. As of November 2024,… Continue reading [pib] Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
[pib] Diamond Imprest Authorization (DIA) Scheme
Why in the News? The Department of Commerce under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has launched the Diamond Imprest… Continue reading [pib] Diamond Imprest Authorization (DIA) Scheme
Jawaharlal Nehru Port
Why in the News? The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) in Mumbai is on track to become India’s first port… Continue reading Jawaharlal Nehru Port
Mission SCOT
Why in the News? Onboard SpaceX’s Transporter-12 mission, Indian space surveillance firm Digantara successfully launched SCOT (Space Camera for Object… Continue reading Mission SCOT
Under Trump, US withdraws from WHO: Impact, what this means for India
Why in the News? On his first day in office, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order to pull the… Continue reading Under Trump, US withdraws from WHO: Impact, what this means for India
In news: Chincholi Wildlife Sanctuary
Why in the News? The Kalaburagi Forest Division is working to relocate a hamlet within the Chincholi Wildlife Sanctuary on… Continue reading In news: Chincholi Wildlife Sanctuary
Species in news: Indian Bison (Gaur)
Why in the News? The Jharkhand Forest department has initiated a study to revive the dwindling population of Bison, popularly… Continue reading Species in news: Indian Bison (Gaur)
Doctrine of Merger
Why in the News? The Supreme Court clarified the “doctrine of merger,” stating that only one final decree or order… Continue reading Doctrine of Merger
National Turmeric Board
Why in the News? The Union Minister of Commerce & Industry inaugurated the National Turmeric Board in New Delhi, with… Continue reading National Turmeric Board
How is TRAI and the govt. combating spam?
Why in the News? The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) plans to use blockchain technology (DLT) to track and… Continue reading How is TRAI and the govt. combating spam?
[pib] Internet Governance Internship and Capacity Building (IGICB) Scheme
Why in the News? The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) has introduced the Internet Governance Internship and Capacity Building… Continue reading [pib] Internet Governance Internship and Capacity Building (IGICB) Scheme
1st Battalion of NDRF celebrates 20th Raising Day
Why in the News? The 1st Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) celebrated its 20th Raising Day. About… Continue reading 1st Battalion of NDRF celebrates 20th Raising Day
What did the ILO report state about International migrants?
Why in the News? According to the International Labour Organisation’s (ILO) Global Estimates on International Migrant Workers, released in Geneva,… Continue reading What did the ILO report state about International migrants?
Survey adds 24 new species to Munnar’s faunal stock
Why in the News? A recent faunal survey conducted in the Munnar Wildlife Division has documented 24 new species of… Continue reading Survey adds 24 new species to Munnar’s faunal stock
Third launchpad at Satish Dhawan Space Center, Sriharikota
Why in the News? The Union Cabinet approved the construction of a third launchpad at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. In 2024,… Continue reading Third launchpad at Satish Dhawan Space Center, Sriharikota
Who are the Namdharis?
Why in the News? Punjab CM paid tribute to the Kuka martyrs at a function held at the Namdhari Shaheed… Continue reading Who are the Namdharis?
In news: Yala Glacier
Why in the News? Yala Glacier in Nepal is predicted to disappear by the 2040s due to rapid retreat and… Continue reading In news: Yala Glacier
Lokpal and Lokayukta
Why in the News? 12 years after its enactment, the Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013, has seen limited impact, with… Continue reading Lokpal and Lokayukta
UNICEF’s ‘Global Outlook 2025: Strengthening the foundations of children’s futures
Why in the News? Recently, UNICEF’s Global Outlook 2025 emphasizes the urgent need for resilient systems to protect children’s rights… Continue reading UNICEF’s ‘Global Outlook 2025: Strengthening the foundations of children’s futures
