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Drug Menace

In News The Supreme Court recently highlighted that drug abuse has gripped society and also demanded some modules that can translate as an Order to tackle the issue. More about the news Court’s take on Drug menace: Issue: According to the court’s adviser in the case, it is a matter of demand and supply. It […]

Tussle between Elected and Appointed Representative

In News Recently, the Kerala Governor warned ministers of removal who tried to lower the dignity of his office. About the recent controversy  The Constitution does not give the Governor “dictatorial powers” to remove the ministers. There has been no occasion so far of a Governor unilaterally removing a minister from the government.  Major Issues: […]

Uniform Civil Code (UCC)

Context Recently, the Central government has pitched for Uniform Civil Code (UCC) to the Supreme Court arguing different laws as an affront to the nation’s unity. About The Centre responded to petitions filed in the apex court seeking uniformity in laws governing matters of divorce, succession and inheritance and adoption and guardianship for all, irrespective […]

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 4 Justice Chandrachud appointed next CJI, to take oath on Nov 9 (Judiciary) Know about appointment Process the CJI   GS 3 8 PM points to challenge of high import bill on edible oil, fertiliser (Agriculture)   What are objectives and features […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1   Kerala Governor says he can sack errant Ministers (Parliament and State Legislature ) Know about Governor,Appointment,Functions and Powers.   GS 2 4 Principles of CAA can apply to Lankan Hindu Tamils, says HC judge (Government Policies and Interventions) What are […]

World Bank’s analysis on poverty

In News  According to a new World Bank report, titled “Poverty and Shared Prosperity 2022: Correcting Course”, the Covid pandemic has been the biggest setback to global poverty alleviation in decades. About the report  It provides the latest estimates and trends in global poverty and shared prosperity. The recent report offers the first comprehensive look […]

Kamikaze Drones

In News Recently, Russia attacked Kyiv with a swarm of Iranian Kamikaze drones.  About Kamikaze drones These are made in Iran, where they are known as Shahed-136, which could be translated as “witness of faith” but also as “martyr”.  Unlike drones that return to base once missiles are launched, “kamikaze” or “suicide” drones are destroyed […]

NHAI’s InvIT

In News The Transport Ministry recently said that the InvIT Bonds are offering a high effective return of 8.05% per annum.  What is NHAI’s InvIT? NHAI InvIT is the infrastructure investment trust sponsored by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to support the government’s National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP). It is a Trust established by […]

Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana

In News Recently, ahead of Assembly elections, Gujarat cuts VAT on CNG & PNG to give two free cylinders to Ujjwala beneficiaries. About Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana In 2016, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MOPNG) introduced the ‘Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana’ (PMUY). The scheme was launched from Ballia, Uttar Pradesh. It is a […]

Dr Dilip Mahalanabis

In News Recently, Dr. Dilip Mahalanabis, who was an Indian pediatrician known for pioneering the use of oral rehydration therapy to treat diarrheal diseases, passed away. About Dr. Mahalanabis Born on November 12, 1934 in West Bengal, he studied in Kolkata and London and later joined the Johns Hopkins University International Centre for Medical Research […]

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