Law and order a State subject, says SC Context: The Supreme Court reaffirmed that law and order falls under the jurisdiction of the State, responding to West Bengal’s complaint about the CBI’s unilateral right to investigate Central employees’ offenses within State boundaries. Relevance: GS-02 (Polity) […]
Disparity Between Food Costs and Income Levels in Maharashtra Context: In Maharashtra, the cost of a home-cooked vegetarian thali has risen by 71% in the last five years, surpassing the 37% increase in monthly salaries. This discrepancy highlights affordability concerns, especially for households with fixed […]
Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS) Context: Recently, AstraZeneca admitted in U.K. court documents that its COVID-19 vaccine may cause Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS), a rare side effect linked to blood clotting. Relevance: GS-03 (Science and technology) Key highlights: Doctors in India assert that they […]
Increasing global uncertainties may impact exports Context: The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) suggests that escalating geopolitical tensions could impact the country’s exports by affecting global demand. Relevance: GS-03 (Economy) Highlights: India’s outbound shipments experienced a decline of 3.11% to $437 billion in 2023-24, […]
China all set for launch of mission to far side of moon Context: China is set to launch a robotic spacecraft to the moon’s far side, marking the beginning of a series of missions aimed at establishing a crewed landing and a lunar base. Relevance: […]
GRID-INDIA Context: Recently, GRID-INDIA has been designated as Mini-Ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) by the Ministry of Power. Relevance: GS-3 (Economy) Key highlights: Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) was conferred the status of Miniratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) by the […]
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 […]
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 […]