Monthly Archives: May 2022
Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme MPLADS
In News Recently, a proposed change in rules defining the utilisation of funds under the MPLADS has elicited objections from opposition leaders. About the recent changes made and the controversy Recent restoration of funds: The grant of funds under the MPLADS scheme was suspended for nearly 19 months in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic […]
Martand Sun Temple
In News The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor participated in a religious ceremony held in the ruins of the 8th century Martand Sun temple, a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India. This temple has been recognised as a “Site of national importance”. Martand Sun Temple The Martand Sun Temple is a Hindu temple […]
Economic Crisis in Sri Lanka
In Context Sri Lanka is in the middle of one of the worst economic crises in its history since independence. With the economy defaulting on foreign debt, the situation in the nation is grim. Inflation is at an all-time high and the public is facing great unease in getting the essentials. The Sri Lankan PM […]
Indian Express
Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS2 1 Lanka PM resigns after violence, ruling party MP dies in clashes. (IR) Know about the Sri Lankan economic crisis, reasons behind it. Know about misguided policy and political decisions that led to the crisis. GS2 1 Centre to SC: We will relook […]
The Hindu
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS2 1 Amid rising violence, Mahinda Rajapaksa quits as Sri Lanka PM. (IR) Know about the Sri Lankan economic crisis, reasons behind it. Know about misguided policy and political decisions that led to the crisis. GS2 1 We will reconsider sedition law, Centre informs […]
Pantanal Wetland
In Context The world’s largest wetland, known as the Pantanal, in South America is at risk of collapse. This is due to a series of local and seemingly minor decisions that fail to account for their cumulative impact on one of Earth’s most biodiverse ecosystems. About Pantanal Wetlands The Pantanal is a natural region encompassing […]
Unified Citizen Data Hub (UCDH)
In News Recently, the Maharashtra government has decided to create a master database of all Maharashtra residents, coupled with a state-level unique ID. About Unified Citizen Data Hub (UCDH) Meaning Data from all state government departments will be brought on a single platform to give a “360-degree view of citizens” and the government schemes and […]
Maharana Pratap Jayanti
In News The Prime Minister has paid tribute to Maharana Pratap on his Jayanti. About Maharana Pratap Maharana Pratap hailed from the Sisodiya clan of Rajputs in Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan. He was the 13th King of Mewar and was the eldest son of Maharaja Udai Singh II. Maharana Udai Singh II was the founder of the […]
Tissue Culture Plants
In News Recently, Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), conducted a webinar on “Export Promotion of Tissue Culture Plants such as Foliage, Live Plants, Cut Flowers, and Planting Material”. About Webinar The webinar is held with Department of Biotechnology (DBT) accredited tissue culture laboratories spread across India. Objective: To find ways to […]
Editorial Analysis
- Artificial Intelligence (AI): Technology Competition or National Security
- Scaling Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) For Fostering MSME-led Growth
- One Nation, One Election: Constitutional Concerns
- Rights, Justice, Action For India’s Women Farmers
- Protecting Women’s Rights Amid Conflict and Instability
