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 […]
NCBC to summon Karnataka Chief Secretary over Muslim OBC reservation Context: The National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) has announced its decision to summon the Chief Secretary of the Karnataka government over the issue of Muslim Other Backward Classes (OBC) reservation. This move comes amidst […]
Deciphering the Enigma of Viral Transmission: A Breakthrough in Host Defense Context: Recent research has revealed a new way that our bodies fight against certain viruses like Zika, dengue, and chikungunya. These viruses are typically found in bodily fluids but don’t spread in the usual […]
Government should act on FMCG firms using ‘misleading’ ads Context: The Supreme Court emphasized the need for the Centre to take action against FMCG companies employing misleading advertisements, particularly those targeting vulnerable consumers like families with babies and schoolchildren. Relevance: GS-02 (Government policies and interventions) […]
National Highways Infra Trust (NHIT) Context: Recently, National Highways Infra Trust (NHIT) has concluded fund-raising through ’InvIT Round-3’ for National Highway stretches of an aggregate length of 889 km at an Enterprise Value of over Rs. 16,000 crore. Relevance: GS-3 (Economy) Key Highlights: NHAI’s recent […]
Upholding Electoral Integrity: Understanding the Representation of the People Act (RPA), 1951 Context: Recently, the principal opposition party files an official complaint with the Election Commission, seeking action against the Prime Minister for allegedly invoking religion to create division among communities. The opposition also alleged […]
Growth in Net Direct Tax Collections Context: India’s net direct tax collections surged by 17.7% in the fiscal year 2023-24, reaching ₹19.58 lakh crore. This growth slightly exceeded the revised estimates for the year. Relevance: GS-03 (Economy) Facts for Prelims: Personal income tax and corporate […]