Towards Green Growth Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recognized the increasing significance of climate change in its monetary policy considerations, particularly its potential impact on economic stability. The recent Monetary Policy Report highlights the risks posed by extreme weather events and climate […]
Centre releases disaster relief funds for Karnataka and T.N. Context: Recently, the Union government has sanctioned ₹3,730.32 crore from the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) for relief assistance to Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Relevance: GS-02 (Government policies and interventions) Key Highlights: Karnataka received ₹3,454.22 crore […]
300 Units Of Free Electricity Every Month Context: Recently, the Prime Minister assures 300 Units Of Free Electricity Every Month For Citizens Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana. Relevance: GS-02 (Government policies and interventions) Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: It is a rooftop solar scheme for […]
Curative Jurisdiction: Balancing Act of Judicial Oversight Context: The Supreme Court of India incorporates a unique ability to correct its own judgments through the exercise of Curative Jurisdiction. This article delves into the ramifications of this judicial power, focusing on a recent judgment and its […]
Study says solar radiation available for producing power falling in India Context: Solar radiation available for conversion to electricity by solar panels is decreasing in several Indian locations, according to an analysis by IMD scientists. Relevance: GS-02 (Government Policies and interventions) Facts for Prelims: Solar […]
SC backs EVMs, rules out revival of paper ballots Context: Supreme Court upholds EVM system, rejects plea for paper ballots, citing logistical challenges and advantages of EVMs. Relevance: GS-02 (Polity) Facts for Prelims: EVMs were first used in the Paravur Assembly Constituency of Kerala in […]
IMT TRILAT- 2024 Context: The second edition of the India Mozambique Tanzania (IMT) Tri Lateral (TRILAT) Exercise, named IMT TRILAT-2024 recently took place from March 21 to March 29, 2024. INS Tir and INS Sujata represented India in this joint maritime exercise, aimed at enhancing […]
Partial Relaxation of Onion Export Ban Context: The Union government has partially relaxed the indefinite ban on onion exports, allowing for the immediate export of 2,000 tonnes of white onions from Gujarat. Relevance: GS-03 (Economy) Key Highlights: Export of white onions will be permitted only […]
Supreme Court Registry Refuses Petition to abolish the Collegium system Context: The Supreme Court Registry rejected a petition seeking to abolish the Collegium system of judicial appointments and reinstate the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC). The Registry aims to prevent a “needless waste of judicial […]
4th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Startup Forum Context: Recently, the fourth edition of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Startup Forum took place in New Delhi. It was aimed at fostering innovation and collaboration among startups from SCO Member States. Relevance: GS-02 (International Relations) Showcase and Workshop […]