Navy commissions INS Jatayu, MH-60R helicopter squadron Context: The Indian Navy commissioned INS Jatayu at Minicoy island and the first MH-60R multi-role helicopter squadron INAS 334 ‘Seahawks’ at Kochi. Relevance: GS-03 (Security) Key highlights: Enhancing Maritime Security: The commissioning of INS Jatayu at Minicoy island […]
Human-wildlife conflict a State-specific disaster: Kerala Context: Human-wildlife conflict has been declared as a State-specific disaster by Kerala Cabinet. Relevance: GS-03 (Conservation, Man-animal conflicts) Key highlights: Increasing deaths, injuries, and crop/property loss prompt the declaration. Kerala State Disaster Management Authority to play a crucial role […]
India’s First Underwater Metro Context: The inaugural trial run of India’s maiden underwater metro took place beneath the Hooghly River in Kolkata. Relevance: GS-03 (Infrastructure) India’s First Underwater Metro: This groundbreaking project is a crucial component of Kolkata Metro’s East-West Corridor. It traverses beneath the […]
Maharashtra’s latest Maratha quota law Context: The Maharashtra Assembly passed a Bill granting 10% reservation to the Maratha community in education and government jobs. The legislation is distinct from existing OBC quotas and aims to provide additional benefits to non-Kunbi Marathas. The Bill is based […]