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Recusal of Judges

In News Recently, the Delhi High Court has said that no one can insist a judge to disclose reason for recusal. Key Points Current Case: The High Court rejected a plea by a woman seeking an investigation against persons who had allegedly tried to influence the court of a Metropolitan Magistrate here. High Court’s stand:  […]

India-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

In News  Recently ,India-Vietnam complimented each other on the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations . Major Points  They expressed satisfaction over the rapid pace of wide-ranging cooperation under the India-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership . Vietnam’s importance was highlighted as an important pillar of India’s Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific Vision. The Prime […]

South Asia Economic Focus Reshaping Norms Report: World Bank

In News Recently, the World Bank has released a report stating that growth in the Indian Subcontinent will be slower than previously projected, due to the impacts of the war in Ukraine. Key highlights of the report Economic growth in southern Asia will be slower than previously projected due to the impacts of the war […]

20th India-France Joint Staff talks held in Paris

In News  The 20th edition of India-France Joint Staff talks was held in Paris, France.  About India-France Joint Staff talks It is a forum established to enhance defence cooperation between both the nations through regular talks at the strategic and operational levels. The two-day talks focused on new initiatives that fall within the umbrella of […]

Controversy over the China-Solomon Islands deal

 In Context Recently leaked document has revealed that the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific has reached a deal with China which outlines an unprecedented level of security cooperation.  This is the first deal of its kind for Beijing in the region.  What are the contents of the proposed deal and why are they controversial? […]

Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM)

In News  The National Health Authority (NHA), the implementing agency for the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), has extended an open invitation to all interested parties for sharing their Expression of Interest (EoI) in developing innovative solutions aimed at building a national digital health ecosystem for India. About  This collaborative approach will not just help […]

Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA)

In News  The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the continuation of the revamped RGSA from April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2026 to develop governance capabilities of panchayati raj institutions (PRIs). About  Under the revamped RGSA, the focus will shift towards “capacitating” the elected representatives of PRIs for leadership roles to develop an […]

Inter-Ministerial Coordination Group (IMCG)

In News The first meeting of Inter-Ministerial Coordination Group (IMCG) on India’s neighbourhood outreach was convened. Inter-Ministerial Coordination Group (IMCG) The IMCG has been set up as a high-level mechanism (secretary-level) towards mainstreaming of India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy. The IMCG is supported by Inter-Ministerial Joint Task Forces (JTF) convened by the concerned joint secretaries in […]

Norms for quota in promotions

In News  Recently ,The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) has asked all departments of the central government to collect the data on inadequacy of representation of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes before implementing the policy of reservation in promotion in government offices. Major Points  The government’s memorandum referred to the January 2022 verdict and […]

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