Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace Context: Recently, the Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace (ABCP), Buddhists Mass Movements in Asia convened its 12th General Assembly in New Delhi. Relevance: GS-01 GS-04 (Indian Heritage Sites, Ethics) Key Highlights: Theme: The overarching theme of the 12th General Assembly […]
Myanmar’s Political Turmoil: Regional Dynamics, China’s Strategy, and India’s Evolving Role in Pursuit of Stability Context: Myanmar’s political landscape has been in upheaval since the military seized power three years ago, leading to widespread protests and resistance. The unrest has resulted in territorial losses […]
Agreement Between India and the European Commission Context: Recently, the Cabinet Greenlights Agreement Between India and the European Commission on Operational Arrangements Regarding Semiconductors Ecosystems within the EU-India Trade and Technology Council Framework. Relevance: GS-03 (Science and technology, International relations) Main Details: This agreement, inked […]
Enhancing Employment Opportunities for Divyangjans Context: DEPWD and NHRDN Collaborate to Strengthen Employment Opportunities for Divyangjans. Relevance: GS-02 (Government policies and interventions) Main details: On the concluding day of the International Purple Fest in Goa, the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPWD) and […]
Innovative CO2 Air Conditioning Plant Unveiled at INS Shivaji Context: Recently, the Chief of the Naval Staff inaugurated a pioneering CO2-based Air Conditioning (AC) plant at INS Shivaji. Relevance: GS-03 (Environment) Main Details: The newly unveiled AC Plant is a trailblazing initiative, marking the first […]
Vaibhav Fellowship: Bridging Borders, Fostering Collaboration in Indian Science Context: This editorial delves into the recent fellowship program named Vaibhav, designed to attract scientists of Indian origin or ancestry for collaborative research in Indian institutions. The initiative aims to foster long-term connections, knowledge transfer, and […]
MeitY Unveils Two Initiatives Context: The Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has inaugurated the “Centre of Excellence in Intelligent Internet of Things Sensors” and the “India Innovation Centre for Graphene” in Kerala. Relevance: GS-03 (Science and technology) Centre of Excellence […]
Social Audit Advisory Body (SAAB) Context: Recently, the inaugural session of the Social Audit Advisory Body (SAAB) took place at the conference hall of the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. The Secretary of the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment presided over the […]
24.82 Crore Indians Break Free from Multidimensional Poverty in the Last Decade Context: Over the past nine years, according to NITI Aayog’s Discussion Paper titled ‘Multidimensional Poverty in India since 2005-06,’ 24.82 crore Indians have successfully overcome Multidimensional Poverty. Relevance: GS-02 (Poverty) About: The paper […]
No snowfall in Kashmir Context: The absence of substantial snowfall in Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand during January, typically a month adorned with snow is attributed to various factors, including a notable decline in Western Disturbances, prevailing El-Nino conditions, and the impact of shifting jet […]