In News Recently, several Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders asked the government to put pictures of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh on currency notes in order to bring “prosperity” to the country.  Who decides what Indian bank notes and coins are supposed to look like? Changes in the design and form of bank notes and […]

In Context The folk art of Bhoota Kola recently depicted in a famous Kannada movie; Kantara has come under controversy. About B?ta K?l?,also referred to as daiva k?l? or n?m?, is an animistic ritual dance performance prevalent among Hindus of Tulu Nadu and parts of Malenadu of Karnataka and Kasargod in northern Kerala, India.  The […]

In News Recently, Minicoy Thundi beach and Kadmat beach, located in Lakshadweep, have received the International eco-label ‘Blue Flag’. Key Points The Thundi Beach: One of the most pristine and picturesque beaches in the Lakshadweep archipelago  White sand is lined by turquoise blue water of the lagoon.  It is a paradise for swimmers and tourists […]

In News The first formal African Union-led peace talks between an Ethiopian government team and Tigray forces are happening in South Africa. Important Events of Tigray Conflict 1975:  The ‘Derg’, a Soviet-backed Marxist military dictatorship led by Mengistu Haile Mariam was established in Ethiopia The Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) was formed as a small […]

Context The Union Ministry of Education released the National Curriculum Framework for Foundational Stage (NCF-FS). Key Points About:  The National Curriculum Framework (NCF) for the Foundational Stage is developed based on the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, and to enable its implementation.  Curriculum: It refers to the entirety of the organised experience […]

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 3 2, 9 Air quality improves further in the Capital Despite crackdown, pollution spikes sharply in south and west  (Environment)  Know about the reasons behind the poor air quality of the Capital. Measures taken by the government & environmental factors responsible for better […]

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 3   3 & 15   First GM food crop may be on way, mustard trials get nod   Understanding GM mustard   (Science & Technology) What are Genetically Modified (GM) Crops, arguments favouring & against GM Crops, challenges, legal position of GM […]

In News Recently, the Ministry of Home Affairs has cancelled the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) licence of Rajiv Gandhi Foundation (RGF) and Rajiv Gandhi Charitable Trust (RGCT). These organisations are associated with the Nehru-Gandhi family, for alleged violations of the provisions of the Act. Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) Aim:  To regulate the acceptance […]

In News The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently placed Dhanlaxmi Bank under tight monitoring due to falling Capital Adequacy Ratio.    About the current issue  It is a Thrissur-based private bank.  The RBI’s move comes in the wake of the intense court battle waged by a group of minority shareholders against the bank’s management […]

In News Recently the world celebrated the annual commemorative day celebrating the 77 years since the creation of the United Nations. More about the news During the event External Affairs Minister said that India will always stand with the Global South and seek to strengthen the U.N.’s effectiveness. He also stated that India’s ongoing tenure […]