In News Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the plan to corporatise the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB). Major Highlights The decision was taken by the Cabinet Committee on Security in July 2020, when it approved to transform it into one or more government-owned corporate entities to improve its autonomy, accountability and efficiency in ordnance supplies. […]
In News Recently, a World Health Organisation (WHO) report has stated that over 18 million kids at e-waste dumpsites face the threat of health hazards. About the Report The report, titled Children and Digital Dumpsites: e-waste exposure and child health was published in June 2021. It underlined the risk children faced while working in the […]
In News Recently, India has called for an open and inclusive order in the Indo-Pacific based upon respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity of nations while addressing the 8th ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting (ADMM+) Plus. About ADMM Plus It is an annual meeting of Defence Ministers of 10 ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) countries […]
Indian Express Subject Page No. Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 3 1 Experts see new surge in bad loans, could rise to 13-15% this FY (Economy ) What are Non-Performing Assets (NPAs)? […]
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 2 Delhi riots: 3 student activists get bail All terrorists criminals but not all criminals terrorists: HC (Polity and Governance) Delhi High Court’s judgement on ‘right to protest’ and terrorists and know about the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), […]
Facts in News Raja Parba Festival Recently, the Prime Minister of India has greeted the people of Odisha on the festival of Raja Parba. Odisha observes Raja Parba festival to combat prejudices that surround the menstrual cycle and celebrates a girl’s womanhood. A four-day festival celebrated every year in June, it calls for women to […]
In News : Recently, Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India(TRIFED) launched several initiatives for sustainable livelihoods for the tribal population. These initiatives were launched in hybrid mode i.e. physically as well as virtually. Objectives and Need of the Initiatives The goal of TRIFED is to connect the entire tribal community of the country with […]
In News Recently, the Supreme court observed that all states must implement the ‘One Nation One Ration Card’ scheme. The Supreme court had asked the government to detail its schemes to provide food to migrant workers hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. About the Scheme It was rolled out by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food […]
In News Recently, Blue Origin has concluded the online auction for the first seat on the New Shephard rocket system. Blue Origin is an American privately funded aerospace manufacturer and sub-orbital spaceflight services company founded by Jeff Bezos, who is also the founder of the multinational e-commerce giant Amazon. About the Auction Over 7,600 people […]
In News The Delhi High Court ruled that there is a need to redefine “terrorist activity” strictly to avoid misuse of UAPA in cases of ordinary penal offences.The Delhi High Court ruled that there is a need to redefine “terrorist activity” strictly to avoid misuse of UAPA in cases of ordinary penal offences. About The […]