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United Nations Day

In Context Recently, the UN celebrated its 76th anniversary on 24 October 2021. The day is being celebrated since 1948. United Nations Background: The UN was formed following the devastating World War II, with the aim of preventing future global-scale conflicts. The precursor to the United Nations was the League of Nations, which was established […]

China’s new law ‘formalises’ its LAC actions

In News China’s legislature has adopted a new border law, to take effect on January 1. It calls on the state and military to safeguard the territory and ‘combat any acts’ that undermine China’s territorial claims. About the New Border law The law was first proposed in March 2022 after a year of tensions that […]

PM Atmanirbhar Swasth Bharat Yojana

In News PM Launched Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission, also called PM Atmanirbhar Swasth Bharat Yojana. About the Scheme Aim: To strengthen India’s critical healthcare network in both urban and rural areas. Establish an IT-enabled disease surveillance system through a network of laboratories at block, district, regional and national levels. Labs will be connected through […]

NIPUN Bharat Mission

In News  Recently, the National Steering Committee (NSC) for implementation of the NIPUN Bharat Mission has been constituted under the chairmanship of the Union Education Minister. About the roles and responsibilities of the NSC To oversee the progress of the National Mission on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy and provide guidance on policy issues. To arrive […]

Mullaperiyar Dam Issue

In News  Recently, the Supreme Court directed the Supervisory Committee to take an immediate and firm decision on the maximum water level that can be maintained at Mullaperiyar dam amidst torrential rains in Kerala. Background  The SC was hearing a petition that raised concern over the water level in Mullaperiyar Dam. In the past, the […]

Queen Heo Hwang-ok of Korea and her Ayodhya connection

In News The Queen Heo Hwang-ok Memorial Park will be inaugurated in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.  About It is named after a Korean queen believed to have had Indian roots. It lies on the banks of the River Sarayu in Ayodhya. It has acres of green space, mostly known as Ram Katha Park. Who was Queen […]

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1 Findings led to deeper analysis, says Facebook (Governance) How did facebook fuel hate speech? What are the insights from the incidence and the way ahead? Also learn about whistleblowing. GS 3 4 Hardlook: Delhi holds its breath (Environment) What is the […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2   1   China’s new law ‘formalises’ its LAC actions (IR) Know about the new border law of china and what would be the implications for India, what is the status of tensions that erupted along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), […]

Sabarmati River

In News  Gujarat’s Sabarmati river remains highly polluted despite the spending of nearly ?200 crores that the Centre had allocated to curb pollution in the river from 2014-15 to 2017-18.  About the River  The Sabarmati is a seasonal river with its flows dominated by the monsoon. It originates from Aravalli Hills, Rajasthan and meets in […]

Melioidosis

In News  A made-in-India aromatherapy spray is being pulled off retail giant Walmart’s shelves in the United States after a medical investigation linked it to melioidosis. About  The spray was reported to contain a bacterium, Burkholderia pseudomallei. The spray, “Better Homes and Gardens Lavender & Chamomile Essential Oil Infused Aromatherapy Room Spray with Gemstones”, was […]

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