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‘NAMASTE’ Project
In News Recently, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is preparing to undertake a nationwide survey to enumerate all people engaged in hazardous cleaning of sewers and septic tanks, an activity that has led to at least 351 deaths since 2017. Manual Scavenging & Sanitation workers Manual scavenging: It is one of the most […]
Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022
In Context The recently passed Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act 2022 has come into force It repeals the existing Identification of Prisoners Act, 1920. Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act About: The Act replaces the similar colonial-era Identification of Prisoners Act, 1920. The new law allows investigators to collect certain identifiable information of convicts and other persons for […]
Indian Express
Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 China blocks India, US bid to list Jaish dy chief as ‘global terrorist’ (International Relations ) Know about the china’s recent move to block a proposal by India and the US at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to designate […]
The Hindu
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 China foils bid to designate Lashkar deputy chief a terrorist (International Relations) What is UN Security Council Resolution 1267? Know about China’s step to block an India-U.S. listing proposal at the UNSC and repercussions . GS 2 1 Dhankhar sworn […]
India’s G20 Presidency & Roadmap
In News Recently, there has been a concern that the agenda, themes and focus areas that India will set for 2023, lack vision. India will hold the G20 Presidency from 1 December 2022 to 30 November 2023. India’s Plan According to the Ministry of External Affairs, India will strengthen international support for priorities of vital […]
African ‘orphan’ Crop
In News Recently, Researchers have identified genes in Africa’s local food crops that can improve resistance to drought. About Orphan crops Meaning: Orphan crops are nutritious local food crops that could play a crucial role in combating hunger. These crops are not traded internationally but have adapted themselves to grow in harsh weather conditions. Crops: […]
United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP)
In News Recently, Rear Admiral Guillermo Pablo Rios of Argentina was appointed as the Head of Mission and Chief Military Observer for the UNMOGIP. About UNMOGIP It emerged from the U.N. Security Council Resolution 39 of January 1948 that set up the U.N. Commission for India and Pakistan (UNCIP). The Karachi Agreement of July 1949 […]
Butterfly Mine
In News In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Russia is alleged to have used the controversial ‘Butterfly Mine’ which is an anti-personnel mine and is deployed to deter the freedom movement of the forces along the enemy line. About The PFM-1 and PFM-1S are two kinds of anti-personnel landmines that are commonly referred to as ‘Butterfly […]
Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD)
In News A negative Indian Ocean dipole event has been declared, increasing the chances of above-average rainfall over much of Australia. About Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) It is defined by the difference in sea surface temperature between two areas (or poles, hence a dipole) – a western pole in the Arabian Sea (western Indian Ocean) […]
Editorial Analysis
- India’s Coal Sector: From Black Gold to Next-Gen Fuel
- If Data Is the New Oil, What Does That Make Data Centres?
- Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD): Interregnum or Strategic Continuity
- Multilateralism: Upholding a Rules-Based Global Order in a Fragmenting World
- Building Legal and Judicial Capacity For India’s Economic Momentum
