Supreme Court On Aravalli Hills Conservation

SUPREME COURT ON ARAVALLI HILLS CONSERVATION

The Supreme Court (SC) has directed on Aravalli Hills Conservation that the proposed expert committee tasked with defining the Aravalli hills and ranges must ensure larger public participation by consulting domain experts and various stakeholders. Key Details of the SC Directive Background: The “100-Metre” Definition Controversy Significance of the Aravalli Range Concerns Related To Conservation […]

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Uniform Civil Code in Assam

POLITY AND GOVERNANCE: UNIFORM CIVIL CODE (UCC) IN ASSAM

The Assam government recently tabled ‘The Uniform Civil Code, Assam, 2026 Bill’ in the State Assembly. The Bill proposes a common law for all residents regarding marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships. With this step, Assam aims to join Uttarakhand and Gujarat, which have previously passed similar legislation. Key Provisions of the Bill Significance of

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QUAD Nations

QUAD FOREIGN MINISTERS’ MEETING AND REGIONAL SECURITY

The Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting is being hosted in New Delhi, bringing together the foreign ministers of India, Japan, the US, and Australia. The meeting aims to revitalise the grouping, address regional geopolitical shocks—specifically the West Asia conflict and the Strait of Hormuz blockade—and set the agenda for the upcoming Quad Summit (which has been

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India and USA Cooperation

INDIA–U.S. BILATERAL RELATIONS AND GULF SECURITY

The U.S. Secretary of State recently concluded a four-day visit to India, holding high-level bilateral dialogues with India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM). The visit took place against the backdrop of the U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran and major supply chain disruptions in the Middle East. Key Highlights of the Discussions India’s Stance and Imperatives India’s Strategic

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Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission

The Centre has recently notified the draft rules for the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G). The new legislation is set to come into effect from July 1, officially replacing the 20-year-old Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Key Features of the Draft Rules Shift in Allocation Strategy Introduction

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Agri-tech for agriculture

Agri-Tech to Revolutionize Agriculture in India

Recently, experts from the Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR) highlighted the transformative impact of technological advancements in the field of Agri-Tech on India’s agricultural sector. The discussion underscored how farming has transitioned from a traditional practice to a multi-disciplinary, technology-driven industry. Key Highlights of the Agri-Tech Revolution Current Status of Farm Mechanization Emerging Technological

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WHA Recognizes Stroke as a Public Health Priority

The World Health Assembly (WHA) recently passed the first-ever global resolution on strokes, establishing the condition as a critical public health priority. Submitted by Egypt and adopted by the assembly, the resolution creates a historic political mandate to combat one of the leading causes of global mortality and disability. About the WHA Resolution on Strokes

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Power Consumption and Generation

Peak Electricity Demand and Associated Challenges in India

The Ministry of Power recently reported that India’s peak electricity demand reached an all-time high of nearly 271 GW amid intense heatwaves. While the government highlighted this as a testament to the strength and preparedness of India’s electricity system, reports of extensive localized power cuts and load shedding continue to emerge across various states. Key

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SRS 2024 BULLETIN

DEMOGRAPHIC TRANSITION IN INDIA: SRS 2024 BULLETIN

The recent release of the Sample Registration System (SRS) 2024 bulletin highlights significant shifts in India’s vital statistics over the last decade (2014–2024), indicating that the country is undergoing a distinct demographic transition. Key Highlights of the SRS 2024 Bulletin The data reveals a steady decline in fertility and infant mortality, alongside a marginal drop

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Smart Borders security

SMART BORDER PROJECT AND DEMOGRAPHY MISSION

The Union Home Ministry has recently outlined a major technological and operational push to secure India’s international boundaries. Addressing the Border Security Force (BSF) Investiture Ceremony and the annual Rustamji Memorial Lecture, the Union Home Minister announced the Smart Border Project and a high-powered Demography Mission aimed at sealing the frontiers with Pakistan and Bangladesh

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