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[14th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Being ‘trans’ is being human

PYQ Relevance: Q National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in India can be most effective when its tasks are adequately supported… Continue reading [14th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Being ‘trans’ is being human

Port Blair renamed as Sri Vijaya Puram

Why in the News? Union Home Minister announced that Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, will… Continue reading Port Blair renamed as Sri Vijaya Puram

[pib] Exercise AL NAJAH

Why in the News? The Indian Army contingent has departed to Salalah, Oman for the 5th edition of the India-Oman… Continue reading [pib] Exercise AL NAJAH

What is OpenAI o1?

Why in the News? OpenAI has introduced OpenAI o1, the first in a series of advanced AI models under its… Continue reading What is OpenAI o1?

[13th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Putting the brakes on ‘bulldozer justice’

PYQ Relevance: Q ‘Constitutional Morality’ is rooted in the Constitution itself and is founded on its essential facets. Explain the… Continue reading [13th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Putting the brakes on ‘bulldozer justice’

What does the dissolution of SCoS entail?

Why in the News? The Union Ministry dissolved the Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS) headed by eminent economist and former… Continue reading What does the dissolution of SCoS entail?

Is it time for India to introduce a Universal Basic Income?

Why in the News? The rise in jobless growth, driven by automation and AI, has led to growing inequality, prompting… Continue reading Is it time for India to introduce a Universal Basic Income?

The Great Stupa of Sanchi

Why in the News? External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visited the replica of the East Gate of Sanchi’s Great Stupa… Continue reading The Great Stupa of Sanchi

Why September 12 is observed as Saragarhi Day?

Why in the News? 127th Anniversary of the Battle of Saragarhi was observed on September 12. About the Battle of… Continue reading Why September 12 is observed as Saragarhi Day?

International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)

Why in the News? Natural geographic separation is happening among Asiatic lion populations in Gujarat, and there is no immediate… Continue reading International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)

PM E-Drive Scheme

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet approved the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-Drive) Scheme… Continue reading PM E-Drive Scheme

With an eye on Indo-Pacific, Germany seeks greater defence ties with India

Why in the News? External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, currently in Germany as part of a three-nation tour, met with… Continue reading With an eye on Indo-Pacific, Germany seeks greater defence ties with India

India’s Sickle Cell Challenge  

Why in the News? The Prime Minister has reaffirmed the government’s dedication to addressing sickle cell disease, a genetic blood… Continue reading India’s Sickle Cell Challenge  

Who was Sakthan Thampuran (1751-1805)?

Why in the News? Ministry of Tourism has pledged to replace the Sakthan Thampuran statue that was knocked over by… Continue reading Who was Sakthan Thampuran (1751-1805)?

Cabinet approves ₹5 lakh Health Cover for Senior Citizens

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved health coverage of ₹5 lakh for all senior citizens aged 70… Continue reading Cabinet approves ₹5 lakh Health Cover for Senior Citizens

Launch of PM Gram Sadak Yojana- Phase IV

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved Phase IV of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-IV) to… Continue reading Launch of PM Gram Sadak Yojana- Phase IV

Union Cabinet approves ‘Mission Mausam’

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved ‘Mission Mausam’ with a budget of ₹2,000 crore over two years.… Continue reading Union Cabinet approves ‘Mission Mausam’

[11th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A panoramic view of the 2024 China-Africa summit

PYQ Relevance: Q Increasing interest of India in Africa has its pro and cons. Critically Examine. (UPSC IAS/2015) Q “If… Continue reading [11th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A panoramic view of the 2024 China-Africa summit

UAE-India ties are rooted in affnity, trust, and respect

Why in the News? During Sheikh Khaled’s recent visit, new cooperation agreements were signed, including those related to civil nuclear… Continue reading UAE-India ties are rooted in affnity, trust, and respect

What is Wallace Line?

Why in the news? The Wallace Line, a distinct transition zone between Asia and Australia, has long fascinated researchers due… Continue reading What is Wallace Line?