Fiscal Federalism Context: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan leads a protest in New Delhi against financial constraints imposed by the Centre, accusing it of pushing the state into a severe financial crisis. Relevance: GS – 03, GS – 02 (Mobilization of Resources, Federalism, Co-operative Federalism) […]
Temples and mosques as a marker to study the life and times of Aurangzeb Context: The article explores the historical background and controversies surrounding the Gyanvapi Masjid in Varanasi, focusing on its construction, destruction of temples, and the socio-political implications, particularly in the present context. […]
Agreement Inked for Green Ammonia Supply from India to Japan Context: Recently, an Indian renewable energy company ACME, and a Japanese heavy industry giant IHI have entered into a pact to supply Green Ammonia from India to Japan. Relevance: GS-02 GS-03 (Conservation, Government Policies & […]
PM Extends Congratulations to Rohan Bopanna for Australian Open Triumph Context: Recently, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi extended heartfelt congratulations to tennis stalwart Rohan Bopanna for his remarkable victory at the Australian Open. Relevance: Prelims Facts, Miscellaneous Key highlights: In a historic feat, 43-year-old Rohan […]
Chhattisgarh Introduces Mahtari Vandana Yojana 2024 to Empower Women Context: In a strategic move inspired by Madhya Pradesh’s successful ‘Aarthik Sarkari Ladli Bahna Yojana,’ the state of Chhattisgarh has recently unveiled the Mahtari Vandana Yojana 2024. This initiative, by the Government of Chhattisgarh, aims to […]
Foundation Stone for NLCIL Talabira Thermal Power Project Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the 2,400 MW Supercritical Thermal Power Plant in Sambalpur, Odisha, aligning with the vision of promoting Thermal Power Plants at pit-head for cost reduction in coal transportation. […]
High-Level Committee Advances Deliberations on Simultaneous Elections Context: Recently, the third meeting of the High-Level Committee, presided over by Shri Ram Nath Kovind, was conducted in New Delhi to discuss the prospect of simultaneous elections in the country. Attendees included notable figures such as Shri […]
India’s Bond Market Evolution and the Path to Global Indices Context: The article explores India’s recent journey towards internationalizing its bond markets and the potential inclusion of Indian local currency government bonds (LCGBs) in global indices. It delves into the implications of this move, focusing […]
iCET – India-U.S. Collaboration in Emerging Technologies Context: As the interim budget for the financial year 2024-25 was rolled out on February 01, President of the US-India Business Council (USIBC) Atul Keshap lauded US and India governments for their focus on iCET sectors and budget. […]
Exercise Desert Knight Context: Recently, the Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted Exercise Desert Knight in collaboration with the French Air and Space Force (FASF) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Air Force. Relevance: GS-03 (Security) Key highlights: Exercise Desert Knight involves joint military participation from […]