India and the United States share a strategic partnership based on shared values and mutual interests. The Prime Minister of India recently highlighted the positive trajectory in bilateral relations, emphasizing deepening engagement and understanding driven by national interest………..

25 December 2023

ILLEGAL SAND MINING: 20 ARRESTED, 40 BIG BOATS SEIZED IN BIHAR POLICE OPERATION ON SONE RIVER

Sand Mining
Sources of Sand in India
Factors Contributing to Illegal Sand Mining
Consequences of Sand Mining
Initiatives to Prevent Sand Mining in India
Case Study: Sone River

23 December 2023

UNODC GLOBAL STUDY ON HOMICIDE 2023

Key Findings of the Global Study on Homicide 2023
Factors Contributing to Homicide
Regional Variances
Victims
Targeted Killings and Impact on Aid Workers
Projections and Vulnerability
Key Highlights Related to India
Conclusion

22 December 2023

EVERGREENING OF LOANS STILL REMAINS A BANE OF BANKING

Understanding Evergreening of Loans
RBI’s Findings on Evergreening Practices
Way Forward
Conclusion

21 December 2023

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & MACHINE LEARNING IN SPACE SCETOR

AI and ML Applications in Space Exploration
Ongoing AI and ML Projects in India’s Space Sector
Challenges in AI and ML Implementation
Conclusion

20 December 2023

INTERNATIONAL ENERGY AGENCY’S COAL 2023 REPORT

Key Highlights of the Report
Future Projections and Uncertainties
Factors Influencing Decline in Coal Demand
China’s Dominance in Coal Markets
Coal Industry Shifts
Conclusion

19 December 2023

PM MODI, OMAN’S SULTAN ADOPT VISION DOCUMENT, DISCUSS GAZA

India and Oman have recently adopted the “India Oman Joint Vision Partnership For the Future,” signifying enhanced bilateral cooperation. The Vision Document outlines collaboration in key sectors, emphasizing shared interests and objectives.

18 December 2023

BAN FLAVOURED VAPES: WHO URGES COUNTRIES TO USE TOBACCO-STYLE CONTROLS

Concerns Raised by WHO Regarding E-Cigarettes
Arguments in Favour of e-Cigarettes
Government Initiatives Related to Tobacco Consumption
Way Forward
Conclusion

16 December 2023

PM MODI TO INAUGURATE GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SUMMIT ON TUESDAY

India recently inaugurated the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit, with the Prime Minister highlighting crucial aspects of the nation’s AI initiatives. As the lead chair of GPAI in 2024, India played a pivotal role, and the summit witnessed discussions on various themes related to responsible AI, data governance, the future of work, and innovation.

15 December 2023

RAJYA SABHA PASSES BILL ON APPOINTMENT OF CEC, ELECTION COMMISSIONERS

Key Provisions of the Bill
Changes in Salary and Conditions
Removal Process
Current Appointment Process
Concerns Regarding the Bill
Shift from Judicial Benchmark to Executive Control
Limiting Eligibility to Civil Servants
Concerns About Lack of Parity
Conclusion

14 December 2023

GOVT BANS ONION EXPORTS TILL MARCH 31, 2024 DUE TO PRICE SURGE

Onion Export Ban: A Strategic Move
Price Control Measures
Addressing Scarcity
Ensuring Food Security
Key Facts About Onions
Wheat Stock Limits: Curbing Hoarding Practices
Preventing Hoarding
Maintaining Food Security
Current Scenario of Wheat Distribution
Conclusion

13 December 2023

BIOGAS CAN FUEL A GREEN ECONOMY

Benefits of Bio CNG
Government’s Vision for Bio CNG
Challenges and Measures
Effective Implementation Strategies
Conclusion

12 December 2023

SC VERDICT ON ABROGATION OF ARTICLE 370

Key Points of the Recent Supreme Court Judgment
Historical Context of Article 370
Key Changes Brought by the 2019 Order
Legal Challenges and Federalism Concerns
Signs of Peace and Security in J&K
Conclusion

11 December 2023

INDIA’S ALARMING ‘FIXED DOSE COMBINATION’ PROBLEM

Issues with Fixed Dose Combinations (FDCs)
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
Types of Antimicrobial Resistance
Conclusion

9 December 2023

IMPROVED DRUG REGIMENS FOR TB TO CUT TREATMENT TIME

The Union World Conference on Lung Health 2023 witnessed groundbreaking advancements in the treatment of drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB), addressing the challenges posed by the current state of TB in India. With India reporting the highest number of TB cases globally, new drug regimens offer hope in transforming TB care.

08 December 2023

SECTION 6A OF CITIZENSHIP ACT NOT THE SAME AS GRANTING AMNESTY TO ‘ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS’, SAYS SC

Understanding Section 6A
Provisions and Implications
Constitutional Validity
Demographic and Cultural Impact
Understanding Citizenship
Citizenship Act
Conclusion

07 December 2023

FLIGHT TO SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
Benefits
Government Initiatives
Roadblocks in Adoption
Synthetic Petrol
Issues with Adoption
Strategies for Adoption
Conclusion

06 December 2023

THE GLOBAL CLIMATE 2011-2020: A DECADE OF ACCELERATION.

Key Highlights of the Report
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Oceanic Changes
Marine Heatwaves and Sea Level Rise
Ozone Hole and Successes
Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
WMO’s Recommendations for Mainstreaming Action
Conclusion

05 December 2023

DAMNED BY OUR DAMS AS SAFETY ISSUES SWRIL

Status of Dam Infrastructure in India
Status of Dam Safety
Reasons for Poor Dam Safety
Expert Suggestions for Dam Safety in the Himalayas
Government Initiatives
Conclusion

04 December 2023

COP28 TURNS ATTENTION TO POTENT METHANE EMISSIONS

Methane’s Potency and Lifespan
Uncertain Emissions
Methane Emission Sources
Human Activity (60%)
Natural Sources (40%)
Strategies for Methane Reduction
Fossil Fuel Sector
Infrastructure Repair
Agricultural Practices
Global Methane Pledge
Methane Action Plan Globally
Oil and Gas Industry Commitments
Conclusion

02 December 2023

WOMEN WANT CHANGE, SOCIETY NEEDS CHANGE

The present trend: The Global Gender Gap Report of the World Economic Forum concludes that it will take 131 years to close the global gender gap; it is 149 years in populous South Asian countries including India.

01 December 2023

INDIA IS BUILDING ITS OWN ‘SOVEREIGN AI’.

India is strategically developing its own ‘sovereign AI’ to harness the economic potential of artificial intelligence. The government envisions not just competing with generative AI models but also applying AI to real-life use cases in healthcare, agriculture, governance, and language translation

28 November 2023

NASA’S PSYCHE SPACECRAFT

NASA’s Psyche spacecraft, launched on October 13, 2023, aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from the Kennedy Space Center, has achieved a remarkable milestone in space exploration. By successfully firing a laser signal back to Earth, the mission marks a crucial step in our understanding of the metallic asteroid Psyche, situated between Mars and Jupiter.

27 November 2023

COAL ISN’T EASY TO EXCLUDE FROM SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

The global pursuit of sustainable development faces a significant challenge in the form of coal, a highly polluting yet extensively utilized energy source. Despite efforts to transition to cleaner alternatives, coal retains a prominent position in the global and Indian energy mix, necessitating a careful examination of its role, impacts, and strategies for a sustainable future.

24 November 2023

BATTERY WASTE MANAGEMENT RULES, 2022

Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022: An Overview
Gaps in Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022
Addressing Gaps: Recommendations
Conclusion

23 November 2023

CLIMATE CRISIS: INEQUALITY HOTSPOT STUDY SHOWS WHERE WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE ARE HIT HARDEST

Key Highlights
How Climate Change Affects Women in Agri-Food Systems
How Climate Change Affects Women in Agri-Food Systems
Way Forward
Conclusion

22 November 2023

COAL ISN’T EASY TO EXCLUDE FROM SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Need for Electricity Security
Balancing Emissions and Development
Challenges and Strategies
Coal’s Role in Electricity
Way Forward
Conclusion

21 November 2023

A RENEWED FOCUS ON EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

Initiatives by Indian Military in Emerging Technologies
Challenges and the Conceptual Dilemma
Shortcomings and Reform Imperatives
Reforms for Realizing Potential
Conclusion

20 November 2023

UNCERTAIN FUTURE IN A SEA OF POPPIES

Opium cultivation in India, a critical component of the agricultural landscape, has taken an uncertain turn with the Union government’s decision to involve private players in production and processing.

18 November 2023

SHOULD ELECTIONS BE STATE FUNDED?

A recent Constitution Bench, led by the Chief Justice of India, has concluded hearings challenging the electoral bonds scheme, sparking discussions on the delicate balance between voters’ right to information and donor confidentiality. The crux of the matter is the dire need for transparency in election funding, reigniting the discourse on state or public funding of elections.

17 November 2023

CHALLENGING THE ELECTORAL BOND SCHEME

Political parties in India have been resistant to public scrutiny of their funds, primarily sourced from big businesses. To counter this lack of transparency, civil society has used public interest litigation (PIL) to empower voters and enhance transparency in political funding. However, legislative maneuvers and schemes like the Electoral Bond Scheme (EBS) have obscured corporate donor identities.

16 November 2023

PRADHAN MANTRI PVTG DEVELOPMENT MISSION

The Union Budget for the fiscal year 2023-24 has witnessed a substantial increase in the budgetary allocation for the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. This surge reflects the government’s commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by tribal communities in India. The budget emphasizes a holistic approach, aiming to uplift tribal populations by providing essential amenities, educational opportunities, and sustainable livelihoods.

14 November 2023

AFTER THE CELEBRATION: HOW MOONSHOT CLEARS THE WAY FOR THE BIG & THE BOLD

What is Chandrayaan-3 programme ?
Mission Objectives
Components
For the UK
Major Findings
Confirmed Lunar Surface Elements
Here are five key imperatives for New Delhi.
Conclusion

10 November 2023

INDIA-UK TRADE DEAL: PROSPECTS & CHALLENGES

Current Status of India-UK Trade Relations:
Benefits of India-UK FTA
For India
For the UK
Challenges Associated with the FTA
Recommendations
Conclusion

9 November 2023

MOVE TOWARDS E-FIR, BUT WITH CAUTION

Understanding e-FIR
Key Provisions of the Law Commission’s Report
What are Cognizable Offenses
Challenges and Considerations
Significance of Human Intervention
E-Authentication Techniques
Conclusion

8 November 2023

HOW THE PERSONAL DATA OF 815 MILLION INDIANS GOT BREACHED

The breach of personal data affecting 815 million Indians, including sensitive information like Aadhaar numbers and passport details, has raised significant concerns about data security.

07 November 2023

MOTHER, CHILD, AND THE POSHAN TRACKER

The Poshan Tracker, initiated by the Government of India, is revolutionizing nutritional monitoring through a large-scale mobile application. This trailblazing system represents a significant leap forward in global health.

06 November 2023

CAN A TRANS WOMAN INVOKE THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACT?

The issue of whether a transgender woman, post a sex reassignment surgery, can be considered an ‘aggrieved person’ under Section 2(a) of the Domestic Violence Act, 2005, is set to be examined by the Supreme Court

04 November 2023

INDIA’S EMERGING CHALLENGE IN BHUTAN

The growing diplomatic ties between Bhutan and China have given rise to new concerns for India, warranting the establishment of updated diplomatic boundaries. The visit of Bhutan’s foreign minister, Tandi Dorji, to China and the consequent agreements have set in motion changes in the geopolitical landscape of the region

03 November 2023

MARATHA RESERVATION: WHY EVERYONE WANTS A ‘SARKARI NAUKRI’ IN NEW INDIA

The recent demands for government jobs in “New India” amid caste-based army regiment protests, skill development centers, and Maratha reservation concerns highlight the significance of state employment.

02 November 2023

UN report on groundwater extraction: Every drop counts

The United Nations University’s recent report highlights the critical depletion of groundwater in India, emphasizing the urgent need for effective measures to manage aquifers responsibly. This has been a persisting concern, with 27 out of 31 aquifers in the country depleting faster than they can be replenished.

01 November 2023

AKHAURA-AGARTALA RAIL LINK TO BE INAUGURATED VIRTUALLY BY PM MODI, SHEIKH HASINA TODAY

India and Bangladesh are set to inaugurate three significant developmental projects that have been executed with Indian assistance. The projects aim to bolster connectivity and energy security in the region.

31 October 2023

SEBI ORDERS ON FINFLUENCERS: A BAD INFLUENCE

The recent actions taken by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) against financial influencers (finfluencers) highlight the need to ensure the flow of accurate financial information and safeguard the interests of investors.

30 October 2023

WHAT HAS CAUSED THE RECENT THAW IN U.S.-VENEZUELA TIES?

The recent thaw in U.S.-Venezuela relations, marked by a significant victory for Maria Corina Machado in the Venezuelan opposition primary and the easing of sanctions against the country’s oil, gas, and mining industries, is a complex development influenced by various geopolitical factors.

27 October 2023

WARMING TIES: ON BHUTAN-CHINA RELATIONS AND INDIA’S CONCERNS

The recent visit of the Bhutanese Foreign Minister to China, coupled with the 25th round of boundary talks and the signing of the Cooperation Agreement, marks a significant shift in the dynamics between Bhutan and China.

26 October 2023

THE LEGALITY OF USING WHITE PHOSPHORUS

Properties of White Phosphorus
Military Uses of White Phosphorus
Legal Framework and International Accusations
Legal Framework on White Phosphorus
Strengthening Legal Mechanisms
Conclusion

25 October 2023

THE COURT’S ‘NO FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT TO MARRY’ IS WRONG

The Supreme Court of India’s stance asserting the absence of a fundamental right to marry for same-sex individuals, as demonstrated in the case of Supriyo Chakraborty, has raised significant concerns.

23 October 2023

THE COURT’S ‘NO FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT TO MARRY’ IS WRONG

21 October 2023

THE POLITICS OF A CASTE CENSUS, ITS IMPACT ON SECULARISM

The clamor for a caste census by the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) and the reluctance exhibited by Hindutva forces, primarily led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has invoked discussions on the impact of a caste census on secularism in India.

20 October 2023

THE SHAPE OF CLIMATE JUSTICE IN A WARMING INDIA

India’s role in global climate negotiations and its domestic policies are increasingly scrutinized in the context of environmental justice. The recent G-20 summit in Delhi has pledged ambitious goals for renewable energy but lacked consensus on phasing out fossil fuels, a primary cause of the climate crisis.

19 October 2023

SEVERE DROUGHT GRIPS THE AMAZON RAINFOREST

The Amazon rainforest, often regarded as the planet’s lungs, is facing a severe crisis due to a debilitating drought. The region is experiencing a devastating impact on indigenous communities, the environment, and wildlife. This phenomenon, caused by a conjunction of natural events, is leading to a grim future for the Amazon rainforest and poses significant global implications.

18 October 2023

LEGAL ARGUMENT FOR SAME SEX MARRIAGE

The five-judge Constitution Bench, by a majority view held that same-sex marriage cannot be guaranteed as a legal right and that non-heterosexual couples cannot claim an unqualified right to marry.

17 October 2023

LONG TERM RISK OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Risk is a dynamic and ever-evolving concept, susceptible to shifts in societal values, technological advancements, and scientific discoveries. For instance, before the digital age, sharing one’s personal details openly was relatively risk-free. Yet, in the age of cyberattacks and data breaches, the same act is fraught with dangers.

16 October 2023

THE WORLD NEEDS TO STOP TAKING WATER FOR GRANTED

The theme for World Food Day (October 16) this year — ‘Water is Life, Water is Food’. Countries face severe challenges such as drought, floods, unseasonal rains and prolonged dry spells

13 October 2023

SHIFTING TO MILLETS INCREASES GROUNDWATER RECHARGE MORE THAN DRIP IRRIGATION IN INDIA’S NORTHERN PLAINS: STUDY

A recent study has explored the potential benefits of shifting crop patterns from rice and wheat to millets in the Indo-Gangetic Plains (IGP) region of India. The study suggests that such a transition can significantly reduce water consumption, increase farmers’ profits, and improve food production. This approach is particularly relevant in addressing the challenges posed by groundwater depletion and unsustainable agricultural practices in the region.

12 October 2023

GLOBAL HUNGER INDEX

The 2023 Global Hunger Index (GHI) reveals the concerning state of hunger across the world, indicating that progress against this issue has stagnated. India ranks 111th out of 125 countries in the GHI, with a score of 28.7, signifying a serious level of hunger. While neighbouring countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka also face hunger challenges, India performs relatively better within the South Asian and Sub-Saharan African regions.

11 October 2023

WOMEN WANT CHANGE, SOCIETY NEEDS CHANGE

10 October 2023

ISRAEL-PALESTINE CONFLICT: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

Introduction

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has claimed tens of thousands of lives and displaced many millions of people and has its roots in a colonial act carried out more than a century ago.

Why is it in the news?

Israel declaring war on the Gaza Strip after an unprecedented attack by the armed Palestinian group Hamas. Hamas fighters have killed more than 800 Israelis in assaults on multiple towns in southern Israel.

9 October 2023

INSIGHTS INTO THE BIHAR CASTE CENSUS

Why is it in the News?

The Bihar government in June 2022 issued notification for conducting a caste survey. The two-phase counting exercise was completed in August this year involving around 2.64 lakh enumerators documenting details of 29 million registered households.

06 October 2023

NATIONAL UNITY, A THREE-DIMENSIONAL VIEW

The modes of National Unity

India’s national unity evolved over more than a century, through political and social movements and legal and constitutional designs. This involved intense battles and wise compromises among constituent groups.

05 October 2023

CLIMATE POLYCRISIS

What is Climate Change?

Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. These shifts may be natural, but since the 1800s, human activities have been the main driver of climate change, primarily due to the burning of fossil fuels (like coal, oil, and gas), which produces heat-trapping gases.

04 October 2023

THE VACHATI CONUNDRUM

The Horrific Incident that occurred in 1992

On June 20, 1992, about 300 uniformed officials unleashed violence on the village on the pretext of unearthing smuggled sandalwood.

03 October 2023

THE NARRATIVE OF DEVELOPMENT AND POPULISM

Slew of Infrastructure projects in MP

On September 14, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone of projects worth over ₹50,700 crore in the election-bound State of Madhya Pradesh. This included a petrochemical complex and 10 new industrial projects.

30 September 2023

GLOBAL DISPUTE SETTLEMENT, INDIA, AND APPELLATE REVIEW

What is WTO?

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is the only global international organization dealing with the rules of trade between nations.

At its heart are the WTO agreements, negotiated and signed by the bulk of the world’s trading nations and ratified in their parliaments.

29 September 2023

REFORM CAN ADDRESS INDIA’S KIDNEY TRANSPLANT DEFICIT

Overview of Kidney Transplant Scenario in India

India’s organ shortage when it comes to kidneys is alarming. In 2022, over two lakh patients needed a transplant, but there were only about 7,500 transplants (about 3.4%).

27 September 2023

WITH CLIMATE CHANGE, TACKLING NEW DISEASE SCENARIOS

Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) delivers a stark warning: climate change heightens the global risk of infectious diseases.

For instance, the periodicity of mosquito-borne disease outbreaks no longer follows expected patterns.

Dengue manifests in two to three peaks throughout the year. Variability in temperature, precipitation, and humidity disrupt disease transmission cycles. These also alter the distribution of the vectors (carrier) and animal reservoirs that host the parasite.

26 September 2023

Children, a key yet missed demographic in AI regulation

GS 1 (Society & Social Issues) & GS 3 (Science & Technology)

What is Artificial Intelligence?

In simple terms, Artificial intelligence is the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. Machines today can learn from experience, adapt to new inputs, and even perform human-like tasks with help from artificial intelligence (AI).

Artificial intelligence examples today, from chess-playing computers to self-driving cars, are heavily based on deep learning and natural language processing.

25 September 2023

SIMULATANEOUS ELECTIONS – BUT ONLY IN A PRESIDENTIAL SYSTEM

What is the desire of the government?
Deeper Problem in implementing One Nation One Poll in India
Law Commission Opinion on the issue
Effect on Legislation in the absence of a majority
Basic Structure Doctrine as a hurdle
The Opposition view on the Issue

23 September 2023

ALTERNATE DISPUTE RESOLUTION IN INDIA

What is ADR?

ADR refers to a bouquet of mechanisms that enable disputing parties to resolve their differences amicably, without the intervention of courts.

Given the delays in Indian court proceedings and increasing cost of litigation, the significance of ADR in India cannot be understated.

21 September 2023

VIETNAM – KEY PIECE OF AMERICA INDO-PACIFIC PUZZLE

In International Relations, there is no permanent friend of permanent enemy, but permanent interests

In international relations, strategic turnarounds are not uncommon, and are in fact embedded in the very tapestry (arrangement) of anarchical (radical) structural realities.

Yet, even by those standards, the immediacy and scale of the volte-face (U-turn) in relations between the United States and Vietnam since the Cold War has been remarkable.

19 September 2023

GLOBAL BIO-FUEL ALLIANCE & INDIAN CONTEXT

The story so far:

On September 10, on the sidelines of the annual G-20 summit in New Delhi, an India-led grouping came together to give impetus to the production and use of biofuels, an alternative to fossil fuels like petroleum and diesel.

The grouping, called the Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA) would attempt to bring countries together to co-develop, accelerate technological advances in production processes, and advocate for the use of biofuels particularly in the transport sector.

18 September 2023

How will India-Middle East – Europe Economic corridor impact trade?

The story so far:

During the recently concluded G-20 summit in New Delhi, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed to establish the ‘India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor’ (IMEC).

The signatories included leaders of India, US, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the European Union (EU), Italy, France and Germany.

14 September 2023

A mockery of pedagogic ethics, the breaking of a bond

“By assigning a day for teachers and another one for children, India seems to have forgotten that the two form a bond; no worthwhile education can take place when this bond breaks”.
Gaps in teacher training
News from schools regularly reminds us that the momentum generated by the Right to Education (RTE) Act that was enacted over a decade ago has subsided.

13 September 2023

THE BHARATIYA NYAYA SANHITA NEEDS A RELOOK

Recently, the Central government introduced a few new offences in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Bill to deal sternly with terrorism-related crimes and organised crimes. It is feared that some terms in the Bill may be challenged as they are vague.

It is important that the offences in any penal law are clearly defined. Those who administer the law must know what offence has been committed so that arbitrary and discriminatory enforcement does not occur.

In Shreya Singhal v. Union of India (2015), the Supreme Court held Section 66A of the Information Technology Act as unconstitutional. It found the term “grossly offensive” in the Section to be vague and devoid of precision.

09 September 2023

An overhaul, the criminal law Bills, and the big picture

The New Bills:

The central government introduced three Bills in Parliament in August. Called the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 and the Bharatiya Sakshya (BS) Bill, 2023.

Editorials

KARGIL VIJAY DIWAS 2024

AMRAVATI AND ANDHRA BUDDHISM

2024 UNAIDS GLOBAL AIDS UPDATE

BHIL PRADESH

FIFTH POSITIVE INDIGENISATION LIST (PIL)

SEBI PROPOSES NEW ASSET CLASS BETWEEN MUTUAL FUNDS AND PMS

MONEY BILL

Concerns Regarding the Money Bill

Specific Cases Highlighting Concerns

Potential Consequences of Misclassifying Money Bills

What is a Money Bill?

DEEP DRILLING MISSION

Conclusion

LIGHTHOUSES IN INDIA

Historical Role of Lighthouses

Significant Lighthouses in India

Role of Modern Lighthouses

Modern Navigational Aids

Benefits of Boosting Lighthouse Tourism in India

Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships

Maritime India Vision (MIV) 2030

Governance and Sustainability

Conclusion

INDIA’S AMBITIOUS AIRPORT EXPANSION PLAN

GLOBAL SOIL DEGRADATION

COOPERATIVES IN INDIA

SC UPHOLDS MUSLIM WOMEN’S RIGHT TO SEEK MAINTENANCE

FLOODS IN INDIA: CAUSES, IMPLICATIONS, AND MANAGEMENT

Causes of Floods

Types of Floods

State of Floods in India

Causes of Regular Floods in Assam

Implications of Floods in Assam

Way Forward

STAMPEDE

What is a Stampede?

Types of Stampedes

Factors Contributing to Stampedes

Impact of Stampedes

Initiatives of India to Control Stampedes

What Can Be Done Better to Prevent Stampedes?

Conclusion

INDIA TAKES FIRST STEPS TO MEET 2070 NET-ZERO GOAL, NITI AAYOG FORMS PANELS

FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ISSUES IN URBAN AREAS AND THE ROLE OF THE 16TH FINANCE COMMISSION

LEADER OF OPPOSITION AND SYMBOLIC USE OF ABHAY MUDRA

REGULATING FACIAL RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY (FRT) IN INDIA

PUDUCHERRY

CHINA-TIBET ISSUE

INDIAN MUSIC EVOLUTION

COTTON CULTIVATION

INDUS WATERS TREATY

KALLAKURICHI HOOCH TRAGEDY: FERMENTED WITH METHANOL AND APATHY

53RD MEETING OF THE GST COUNCIL

INDIA, RUSSIA SET TO FINALISE MUTUAL DRAFT LOGISTICS AGREEMENT

CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM (CJS) IN INDIA

NATIONAL SECURITY COUNCIL (NSC) OF INDIA

SMART CITIES MISSION

NO OUTCOME IN BONN MEETING: WHY MONEY IS KEY TO CLIMATE ACTION

URBANISATION

GLOBAL NITROUS OXIDE BUDGET

PANCHAYATI RAJ INSTITUTIONS

HOUSEHOLD CONSUMPTION EXPENDITURE SURVEY (HCES)

WILFUL DEFAULTER

SPECIAL CATEGORY STATUS

COALITION GOVERNMENT

PERSONALITY RIGHTS

ATAL MISSION FOR REJUVENATION AND URBAN TRANSFORMATION (AMRUT)

GLOBAL PANDEMIC AGREEMENT

WIPO TREATY ON INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, GENETIC RESOURCES, TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE

FARM LOAN WAIVERS

PROMOTING COMPETITION IN DIGITAL MARKETS: THE AI CHALLENGE

THE RECENT UNREST IN PAKISTAN-OCCUPIED KASHMIR

MICROPLASTICS

SPACE TOURISM

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT NAGALAND INSURGENCY

INDIAN MANUFACTURING NEEDS MORE SOPHISTICATION: FINANCE MINISTER

NITI AAYOG REPORT FINDS ‘HUGE GAP’ IN CANCER SCREENING AT AYUSHMAN CENTRES

19TH SESSION OF THE UNITED NATIONS FORUM ON FORESTS

ISSUES WITH THE SCHEME FOR CARE AND SUPPORT TO VICTIMS UNDER POCSO ACT