GS 2 - Current Affairs

Facts in News Article 311 Article 311 of the Constitution of India states that no person who is a member of a civil service of the Union or an all-India service or a civil service of a State or holds a civil post under the Union or a State shall be dismissed or removed by […]

Green Panel Clears Central Vista Projects

In News Recently, the Ministry of Environment cleared ancillary projects under the Central Vista, including a new residence for the Prime Minister. Key Points The environmental clearance for the new Parliament building has already been accorded earlier this year. The Prime Minister’s residence is scheduled to be readied by December 2022, a month after the […]

Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS)

In News Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has joined the Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS). Highlights of the Move RBI will share best practices and contribute to the development of environment and climate risk management in the financial sector to mobilise mainstream finance to support the transition towards a sustainable economy. […]

USTR’s Annual Special 301 Report

In News Recently, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) released its annual Special 301 Report. About Special 301 It provides the outcome of an annual review of the global state of IPR protection and enforcement. The review reflects to encourage and maintain enabling environments for innovation, including effective IPR protection and enforcement. […]

Congo Declares End of Ebola Outbreak

In News The Democratic Republic of Congo officially declared the end of the 12th Ebola outbreak. About The outbreak was contained using Merck’s (MRK.N) Ebola vaccine. Since the outbreak declared on February 7, 2021, a total of 12 cases have been reported, including six deaths. With the efforts of DRC’s response team and health partners, […]

One Health Approach

In News Recent discussions, which took place around World Veterinary Day, have focused on acknowledging the “One Health” approach and also suggested using the battle against Covid-19 as an opportunity to meet India’s targets in this regard. About One Health Approach It is an approach to design and implement programmes, policies, legislation and research in […]

Facts in News

Facts in News Olive Ridley Turtles Major nesting sites: Rushikulya rookery coast (Odisha), Gahirmatha beach (Bhitarkanika National park) and mouth of the Debi River. Image Courtesy: DTE Scientific name: Lepidochelys olivacea; also known as the Pacific ridley sea turtle. They are the smallest and most abundant of all sea turtles found in the world. Presence: […]

MGNREGA Demand Rises

In News According to a recent study by the State Bank of India (SBI), the demand for work under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) 2005 has increased. About the Increased Demand The demand has increased to 2.57 crore households, 92 per cent higher than 2020 and a record high for April […]

Facts in News

Facts in News Lag B’Omer Festival It is an annual Jewish festival observed during the Hebrew month of Iyar. It is celebrated on the 33rd day of the Omer, the 49-day period between Passover & Shavuot (festivals) and is the only day during this period when celebration is permitted. Jews schedule weddings on this day […]

Attorney General of India

In News Recently, eminent jurist and former Attorney General of India (AGI) Soli Sorabjee has passed away. About Soli Sorabjee He was twice appointed AGI (first in 1989 for a year and again in 1998 for five years). Major Contributions He appeared in several historic cases, including the Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) or the Basic […]

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