2024-04-26 03:02
CONTENTS Recent Elections in Maldives Context: The recent victory of Maldives President Moḥammad Muizzu’s party, the PNC, in the parliamentary elections carries significant impli… Read More
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2024-04-25 10:09
Context: The V-Dem Institute, based in Gothenburg, released its 2024 Democracy Report, asserting that India’s status had declined from an “electoral autocracy” in 2018… Read More
2024-04-25 10:06
Context: The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), initiated by the Indian government in 2019, aimed to reduce atmospheric Particulate Matter (PM) levels by 20-30% by 2024, based on 2017… Read More
2024-04-25 10:04
Context: Recently, The Prime Minister addressed the 6th edition of the International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure Relevance: GS III: Disaster Management Dimensions of the… Read More
2024-04-25 08:59
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2024-04-25 08:42
CONTENTS Young Voters Show Reluctance in Participation Ahead of 18th Lok Sabha Elections Context: As India prepares for the 18th Lok Sabha elections, a worrisome trend has emerged: the reluc… Read More
2024-04-25 08:37
CONTENTS RoDTEP Scheme Context: The government is setting up a system to verify that only taxes paid on materials used (input duties) are refunded under the RoDTEP scheme. Relevance: GS… Read More
2024-04-25 07:27
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2024-04-25 03:08
CONTENTS On the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) Context: The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), initiated by the Indian government in 2019, aimed to reduce atmospheric Particulate Matt… Read More
2024-04-24 11:35
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2024-04-24 09:43
Context: Recently, India delivered BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines. India is looking at further expanding defense ties with the Philippines aga… Read More
2024-04-24 09:36
Context: Recently, the famous Hazratbal Dargah in Srinagar is attracting locals for a rare spectacle of the washing and clipping of the largest carpet woven in… Read More
2024-04-24 09:36
Context: Sunita Kejriwal, the wife of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, has been appointed as a ‘star campaigner’ by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for its campaign in Gujarat. Re… Read More
2024-04-24 09:34
Context: Amid India’s General Elections 2024, there’s renewed attention on past electoral reforms, ranging from the establishment of the Election Commission to the introduction o… Read More
2024-04-24 09:34
Context: Recent data from the Global Forest Watch (GFW) monitoring project shows that India has experienced a loss of 2.33 million hectares of tree cover since the year 2000. This decline re… Read More
2024-04-24 08:46
Context: On March 15, the Union government sanctioned a pivotal policy aimed at positioning India as a manufacturing powerhouse for Electric Vehicles (EVs), with a minimum investment th… Read More
2024-04-24 08:45
Context: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), as the principal overseer of insurance products, has issued a directive aimed at fostering inclusivity with… Read More
2024-04-24 08:43
Context: Recently, the Delhi High Court instituted a case with respect to the grant of financial assistance under the Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi (RAN) scheme and said threshold income to claim b… Read More
2024-04-24 08:43
Context: Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts (ABHA) has emerged as a transformative force, aiming to revolutionise healthcare access and data management across India. Relevance: GS II- Gove… Read More
2024-04-24 05:51
CONTENTS India’s General Elections 2024 Put Focus on Electoral Reforms Context: Amid India’s General Elections 2024, there’s renewed attention on past electoral reforms, ra… Read More
2024-04-24 05:44
CONTENTS Ayushman Bharat Health Account Context: Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts (ABHA) has emerged as a transformative force, aiming to revolutionise healthcare access and data managem… Read More
2024-04-24 05:20
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2024-04-24 03:49
CONTENTS Insuring the Future Context: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), as the principal overseer of insurance products, has issued a directive aimed at fo… Read More
2024-04-23 10:13
Context: Former Vice-President M. Venkaiah Naidu, actor-turned-politician Mithun Chakraborty, singer Usha Uthup and tennis player Rohan Bopanna were among a host of prominent personalities w… Read More
2024-04-23 10:06
Context: All cases of organ transplants will be allocated a unique National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO)-ID for both the donor and the recipient, according to a recent di… Read More
2024-04-23 10:05
Context: Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) has joined the Blockchain for Impact (BFI) Biome Virtual Network Program to accelerate transformative healthcare solutions throu… Read More
2024-04-23 10:04
Context: The recent decline in household savings, driven by a significant reduction in net financial savings, has become a central topic of debate in India. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy… Read More
2024-04-23 10:03
Context: A recent memorandum issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has resulted in the revocation of passports of more than 100 people from Goa in recent months. These individuals… Read More
2024-04-23 10:03
Context: India’s imports of pulses surged by 84% in fiscal 2024, reaching a six-year high. This significant increase is attributed to lower domestic production and the government&rsquo&hell…Read More
2024-04-23 09:58
Context: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is organizing a National Colloquium on “Governance at the Grassroots after Three Decades of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment” on 24th&nbs&hell…Read More
2024-04-23 09:58
Context: Recently, the UN Secretary General has said that the reform of multilateral development banks (MDBs) will be a key theme at this year’s Summit of the Future. Relevance: Facts… Read More
2024-04-23 09:57
Context: The Lok Sabha Polls are seeing prominent personalities being appointed as star campaigners. In this context, it is important to note the legal frameworks governing star campaigners… Read More
2024-04-23 09:57
Context: In a groundbreaking ruling, the European Court of Human Rights has found the Government of Switzerland culpable of breaching the rights of a cohort of elderly women belonging to a S… Read More
2024-04-23 08:03
CONTENTS India’s Pulses Imports Surge 84% in FY 2024 to Six-Year High Context: India’s imports of pulses surged by 84% in fiscal 2024, reaching a six-year high. This significant… Read More
2024-04-23 07:56
CONTENTS Summit of the Future Context: Recently, the UN Secretary General has said that the reform of multilateral development banks (MDBs) will be a key theme at this year’s Summit of… Read More
2024-04-23 06:41
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2024-04-23 03:15
CONTENTS Star Campaigners Context: The Lok Sabha Polls are seeing prominent personalities being appointed as star campaigners. In this context, it is important to note the legal frameworks g… Read More
2024-04-22 10:09
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2024-04-22 08:35
Context: Recently, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) launched the Longevity India Initiative. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Longevity India Initiative The Longevity India Initiativ… Read More
2024-04-22 08:35
Context: The cryptocurrency community is gearing up for the upcoming Bitcoin halving event, which is likely to be held this weekend. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Artic… Read More
2024-04-22 08:34
Context: Scientists have identified a new genetic variant associated with Parkinson’s disease. This discovery provides insights into the evolutionary origins of various familial forms… Read More
2024-04-22 08:33
Context: A 100g serving of Bournvita contains 86.7g of carbohydrates, with 49.8g being sugar, out of which 37.4g is added sugar. This means that for every 20g serving of Bournvita, consumers… Read More
2024-04-22 08:33
Context: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released the Global Financial Stability Report 2024, focusing on ‘The Last Mile: Financial Vulnerabilities and Risks.’ The repo… Read More
2024-04-22 08:32
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change(MoEFCC) has clarified that under the Green Credit Program(GCP) primacy must be accorded to r… Read More
2024-04-22 08:31
Context: Tamil Nadu’s economic landscape is experiencing a substantial transformation, transitioning from its traditional agricultural base to a more diversified and industrialized eco… Read More
2024-04-22 08:02
Context: The intricate details of execution can often thwart even the grandest aspirations. Few examples illustrate this as poignantly as the saga of the Madurai AIIMS. The concept of e… Read More
2024-04-22 08:01
Context: The narrative thus far revolves around the persistent challenge of sluggish private investment, measured by the proportion of private Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) … Read More
2024-04-22 08:00
Context: Indian Navy conducted Exercise Poorvi Lehar on East Coast under the Operational Control of The Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. Relevance: GS III: Security C… Read More
2024-04-22 07:59
Context: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has achieved a significant milestone by signing 125 Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs) during the fiscal year 2023-24. Relevance: GS III: Ind… Read More
2024-04-22 06:22
CONTENTS Tamil Nadu’s Economic Transformation Driven by Diversification and Industrialization Context: Tamil Nadu’s economic landscape is experiencing a substantial transformatio… Read More
2024-04-22 05:07
CONTENTS CBDT Signs 125 Advance Pricing Agreements in FY 2023-24 Context: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has achieved a significant milestone by signing 125 Advance Pricing Agreeme… Read More
2024-04-22 05:05
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2024-04-22 02:34
CONTENTS Drop in Private Investments Context: The narrative thus far revolves around the persistent challenge of sluggish private investment, measured by the proportion of private Gross Fixe… Read More
2024-04-20 08:49
Context: Recently, NASA confirmed a Dragonfly rotorcraft mission to Saturn’s organic compound-rich moon Titan with a budget of $3.35 billion and a launch date set for July 2028. Releva… Read More
2024-04-20 08:48
Context: The Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) Asia Pacific, in collaboration with other environmental organisations, has called on the ASEAN to take decisive action in res… Read More
2024-04-20 08:47
Context: Recently, Global price of gold (24 carat) was $2,349.88 per ounce. In India it was ₹7,174 per gram. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Gold Price Dyn… Read More
2024-04-20 08:46
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2024-04-20 08:46
Context: The latest revisions by NCERT in its textbooks incorporate DNA analysis findings from Rakhigarhi to emphasize ancient Indian continuity. Other notable changes include highlighting A… Read More
2024-04-20 08:45
Context: The Central government has introduced the CDP-SURAKSHA platform to disburse subsidies to horticulture farmers under the Cluster Development Programme (CDP). This initiative aims to… Read More
2024-04-20 08:44
Context: The Department of Posts has recently inaugurated a second branch of the post office at the Bharati research station in Antarctica, marking a significant development after almost fou… Read More
2024-04-20 07:57
CONTENTS Department of Posts Opens Second Post Office Branch in Antarctica at Bharati Research Station Context: The Department of Posts has recently inaugurated a second branch of the post o… Read More
2024-04-20 07:36
CONTENTS DURGA-2 Context: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is reported to be testing a prototype of its DURGA-2 (Directionally Unrestricted Ray Gun Array) system. Rel… Read More
2024-04-20 06:14
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2024-04-20 03:14
CONTENTS Prioritising Scientific Research in India Context: With nearly a billion Indians engaging in the ongoing general election process, what are the priorities for scientists? Whom do th… Read More
2024-04-19 12:02
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2024-04-19 10:14
Context: In a first, the Athletics Federation of India has disaffiliated 16 district associations across the country for failing to send teams for the National inter-district junior athletic… Read More
2024-04-19 10:14
Context: A team of archaeologists claimed to have discovered a unique Iron Age megalithic site at Ooragutta near Bandala village in SS Tadvai mandal of Mulugu district, Telangana. Relevance:… Read More
2024-04-19 10:12
Context; Six months into the war, Gaza is facing a humanitarian crisis disproportionately impacting women and girls, according to a new report by UN Women. Relevance: GS II: International Re… Read More
2024-04-19 10:10
Context: The Supreme Court of India recently acknowledged the right to protection from the impacts of climate change as part of the fundamental rights to life (Article 21) and equality (Arti… Read More
2024-04-19 10:09
Context: A recent report by Land Conflict Watch, a data research agency tracking land-related conflicts in India, has highlighted a notable correlation between land conflicts and the enforce… Read More
2024-04-19 10:08
Context: In a significant accomplishment, ISRO’s PSLV-C58/XPoSat mission successfully achieved near-zero debris in Earth’s orbit by converting the final stage into the PSLV Orbit… Read More
2024-04-19 09:45
CONTENTS PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-3 Context: In a significant accomplishment, ISRO’s PSLV-C58/XPoSat mission successfully achieved near-zero debris in Earth’s orbit by co… Read More
2024-04-19 09:15
CONTENT Surya Tilak Project Context: The Surya Tilak Project, a remarkable endeavour, recently unfolded at Ayodhya, bringing sunlight to the forehead of Sri Ram Lalla. Relevan… Read More
2024-04-19 06:52
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2024-04-19 03:46
CONTENTS Analysing the Foothold of Left-Wing Extremism Context: The enduring conflict with the Maoists, which reached its pinnacle in the early to mid-2000s, has gradually settled into a dis… Read More
2024-04-18 09:23
Context: Researchers have developed a groundbreaking blood test that measures the pace of ageing by studying DNA methylation. The test examines how an enzyme adds methyl groups to DNA in old… Read More
2024-04-18 09:22
Context: India has simplified the payment mechanism for traders importing pulses from Myanmar, requiring them to use the Rupee/Kyat direct payment system through the Special Rupee Vostro Acc… Read More
2024-04-18 09:21
Context: Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) green lighted investments in the country’s Sovereign Green Bonds (SGrBs) by Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIS). Relevan… Read More
2024-04-18 09:21
Context: Entrepreneur and pilot Gopi Thotakura is poised to make history as the first Indian to venture into space as a tourist on Blue Origin’s NS-25 Mission, founded by Jeff Bezos. T… Read More
2024-04-18 09:20
Context: The Indian government’s renewed emphasis on the development of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands (ANI) highlights their strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific region. This foc… Read More
2024-04-18 09:14
Context: The Supreme Court has agreed to hear petitions that seek 100% cross-verification of the Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) slips with the vote count as per Electronic Voting… Read More
2024-04-18 09:13
Context: The Delhi High Court recently underscored the universal applicability of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act of 2005, asserting that it extends protection to all wome… Read More
2024-04-18 07:26
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2024-04-18 06:59
CONTENTS Delhi High Court Affirms Universality of Domestic Violence Act Context: The Delhi High Court recently underscored the universal applicability of the Protection of Women from Domesti… Read More
2024-04-18 06:49
Context: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a plentiful monsoon season. The forecast indicates that rainfall from June to September is anticipated to exce… Read More
2024-04-18 05:42
CONTENTS SARATHI App Context: Recently, the government has launched the ‘SARATHI’ App for Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya Yojana- National Rural Livelihoods Missio… Read More
2024-04-18 05:38
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2024-04-18 04:38
CONTENTS The Great Indian Bustard and Climate Action Verdict Context: In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court of India has acknowledged the existence of a fundamental entitlement to freedom fr… Read More
2024-04-17 09:58
Context: The Indian Army recently commemorated 40 years since ‘Operation Meghdoot’ began, securing the Siachen Glacier. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Operation Meghdoot Obje… Read More
2024-04-17 09:57
Context: Water levels at Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe have dropped dramatically because of the latest El Nino drought. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Lake Kariba Size and Ranking: Location: F… Read More
2024-04-17 09:57
Context: The primary source of hydrocarbons in the rocky underground is called kerogen: lumps of organic matter. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About Kerogen Definition and Composition: Occurr… Read More
2024-04-17 09:56
Context: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted an “above normal” monsoon rainfall for India between June and September this year. Remarkably, this is the first… Read More
2024-04-17 09:53
Context: The recent release of a film portraying the life of freedom fighter Usha Mehta serves to underscore the importance of her historical contributions and sacrifices during the Quit Ind… Read More
2024-04-17 09:50
Context: According to data released by the Central Water Commission (CWC), at least 13 east-flowing rivers between the Mahanadi and Pennar basins are currently devoid of water. This alarming… Read More
2024-04-17 07:41
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2024-04-17 07:26
CONTENTS Water Crisis: 13 East-Flowing Rivers Between Mahanadi and Pennar Run Dry Context: According to data released by the Central Water Commission (CWC), at least 13 east-flowing rivers b… Read More
2024-04-17 07:18
CONTENT IPEF to Host Clean Economy Investor Forum in Singapore Context: The Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) has announced plans to organize a Clean Economy Investor For… Read More
2024-04-17 06:08
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2024-04-17 05:36
CONTENTS Allowing Foreign Institutional Investors to Invest in Green Bonds in India Context: In the recent development, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has given the green light for Foreign… Read More
2024-04-16 09:11
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