Yearly Archives: 2023
Indian Express
Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 3 PM Awaas is for rural poor but in West Bengal, owners of houses like these are on the list (Polity and Governance) Know about Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G), features, Challenges, and suggestions GS 2 10 Viksit Bharat […]
The Hindu
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 Rijiju endorses former HC judge’s view that top court ‘hijacked’ the Constitution (Polity and Governance) What are the reasons for an ongoing tussle between the government and the Supreme Court Collegium ? repercussions and what lies ahead? GS […]
Attracting Capital for Urban Infrastructure
In News A report by the World Bank, released last year, on financing India’s urban infrastructure needs, focuses on private investments ameliorating urban problems. About World Bank Estimates: The World Bank estimates that nearly $840 billion (?70 lakh crore) would be needed for investment in urban India to meet the growing demands of the population, […]
‘Ops Alert’ Exercise
In News Recently, the Border Security Force (BSF) has started a seven-day “Ops Alert” exercise. Key Points About: Commenced on January 21 and will continue till January 28. All along the Indo-Pak international border from Sir Creek (marshy area) to the Rann of Kutch in Gujarat and Barmer district of Rajasthan. The BSF will carry […]
Emergency powers under IT Rules 2021
In News The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has issued directions to block the first episode of the BBC Documentary ‘India: The Modi Question’ on YouTube About Senior officials of ministries including the MEA, Home, and I&B have examined the documentary and found it to be an attempt to cast aspersions on the authority and […]
Schools of Eminence Project
In News Recently, the Punjab Chief Minister launched the Schools of Eminence. Key Points About: Under the project, 117 state-run schools in 23 districts will be upgraded with a special emphasis on classes 9 to 12. Besides career-related counseling, innovative teaching practices will be followed and guidance for professional exams will also be provided to […]
Wagner Group
In News The U.S. designated Russia’s Wagner group as a “transnational criminal organization,” piling pressure on the private Russian army fighting in Ukraine. About Wagner Group According to reports in The Washington Post, it is a network of contractors that supply soldiers for hire. It is said to have been founded by Dmitry Utkin, a […]
Ahom Burial Mounds in Assam
In News Recently, the Union Government has decided to nominate Assam’s Charaideo Maidams for the UNESCO World Heritage Centre. About Nomination: It has been selected from among 52 sites across the country seeking the World Heritage Site tag. Charaideo Maidams: Assam’s Charaideo Maidams are the Ahom equivalent of the ancient Egyptian pyramids. The maidams represent […]
World Economic Forum 2023
In News The World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Annual Meeting 2023, held in Davos, Switzerland, has concluded. About Annual Meeting It was the 53rd edition of the Annual meeting of the WEF. The meeting has brought together 2,700 leaders from 130 countries including 52 heads of state/government. The theme of this year was ‘Cooperation in a […]
