HEATWAVES AS NOTIFIED DISASTERS India's recent heatwave crisis has sparked a debate about officially recognizing heatwaves as notified disasters under the Disaster Management (DM) Act of 2005. This recognition would ensure more focused resources and actions to tackle the devastating impacts of heatwaves, which are periods of abnormally high temperatures occurring during the summer season.
POLITICAL REPRESENTATION AND FOREST CONSERVATION IN INDIA'S SCHEDULED AREAS A recent study has investigated the connection between political representation and forest conservation in India's Scheduled Areas. The focus is on the Panchayat (Extension to Scheduled Areas) Act (PESA) and its impact on forest management by Scheduled Tribes (STs). About the Study Objective: To analyze how
HYDROPOWER GENERATION IN INDIA Hydropower generation in India plays a critical role in the country's energy mix, contributing significantly to its power generation capabilities. However, recent trends indicate challenges and declines in hydropower output. Overview Declining Generation: Hydropower generation in India has decreased by 17.33% from 162.05 billion units in FY23 to 133.97 billion units
HINDU KUSH HIMALAYA The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) has reported record low levels of snow persistence in the Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Indus basins. About ICIMOD Establishment: Founded in 1983. Purpose: Works towards a greener, inclusive, and climate-resilient Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH). Findings of the Report Global Findings Amu Darya River Basin: In
ROOFTOP SOLAR PROGRAMME By March 2024, India achieved an installed rooftop solar (RTS) capacity of 11.87 gigawatts (GW), reflecting a growth of 2.99 GW during 2023-2024. Government Initiative: The Rooftop Solar Programme was launched in 2014 to promote rooftop solar installations across the country. About the Rooftop Solar Programme Launch Year: 2014. Initial Target: 40
DRUG ABUSE IN INDIA Drug abuse and trafficking pose significant challenges globally, impacting public health, national security, and socio-economic stability. In India, these issues are particularly complex due to various factors such as poverty, social influences, and geographical proximity to major drug-producing regions like the Golden Crescent and Golden Triangle. Addressing these challenges requires comprehensive
SIMLA AGREEMENT AND INDIA-PAKISTAN RELATIONS The Simla Agreement, signed on 2nd July 1972, marked a significant milestone in the history of India-Pakistan relations, aimed at resolving conflicts arising from the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War. This agreement, facilitated by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi of India and President Zulfikar Ali Bhutto of Pakistan, sought to establish peace and
FINANCIAL ACTION TASK FORCE (FATF) The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an intergovernmental organization that sets standards and promotes effective implementation of legal, regulatory, and operational measures to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and other related threats to the integrity of the international financial system. The Mutual Evaluation Report (MER) assesses member countries' compliance
EDUCATION SYSTEM IN INDIA The education system in India has evolved over centuries, reflecting the country’s rich cultural and historical legacy. In recent times, debates about the structure and governance of education, particularly whether it should be under state or central control, have gained prominence. History of Education in India Ancient Period: Gurukul System: Students
GLOBAL INDIAai SUMMIT The Global INDIAai Summit recently concluded at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, serving as a significant gathering for experts, policymakers, and AI enthusiasts worldwide. This summit focused on discussing the future trajectory of Artificial Intelligence (AI) both in India and globally, highlighting key initiatives and strategies. Key Highlights and Outcomes Global AI
PATENTS IN INDIA Recently, the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry emphasized that India granted approximately one hundred thousand patents in 2024, indicating a substantial rise in patent approvals. About Patents Definition: A patent grants exclusive rights to an inventor or entity over their invention, preventing others from replicating, using, or selling it without permission.
CABINET COMMITTEES The Union government of India recently established eight Cabinet Committees to streamline decision-making and improve governance efficiency. This action was accompanied by changes in oath-taking rules for Members of Parliament (MPs), underscoring the government's commitment to organizational and procedural reforms. Cabinet Committees About Cabinet Committees Definition: Subsets of the Union Cabinet, consisting of