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Ageing Population in South India, Concerns and Solutions

More in News He has also announced that his government is working on a law to encourage residents of the state to have more children. He stated that South India has lower fertility rates, compared to Northern states, which will...

BRICS Countries, Objectives, Functions, Pillars, Impact

BRICS stands for a coalition of five major emerging economies: Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Originally, it was coined as "BRIC" (without South Africa) by Goldman Sachs economist Jim O'Neill in 2001, recognizing these economies' potential to dominate...

Mines Ministry Confers Adarsh Karmayogi Awards

The Adarsh Karmayogi Awards have emerged as a significant recognition in the realm of Indian civil services, highlighting the importance of continuous learning and professional development among government employees. Launched under the Mission Karmayogi National Program, these awards aim to...

Cloud Chamber Under Mission Mausam

About Cloud Chamber A cloud chamber is a closed, cylindrical drum in which conditions like water vapour, aerosols, humidity, and temperature are controlled to study cloud formation. India is constructing a cloud chamber with convection properties specifically designed to study...

The Shifting Sands within Global Supply Chains

Global supply chains have evolved significantly over the years — from a focus on efficiency (just in time) to resilience (just in case) and now to security (just to be secure). Key Instances U.S. Proposed Rules on Connected Vehicle Systems:...

Bhartiya Adim Jaati Sevak Sangh

About Bhartiya Adim Jati Sevak Sangh (BAJSS) It was established in 1948 by Thakkar Bapa (Amritlal Vithaldas Thakkar) Objective: To promote the welfare of the tribal and marginalised communities in India. It works on issues like poverty, illiteracy and poor...

Victims’ Register Initiative, Categories, Historical and Structural Violence

Government's Holistic Approach The government’s strategy to address left-wing extremism is comprehensive, focusing on areas of security, development, ensuring the rights of local communities, governance improvements, and managing public perception. This holistic approach reflects the government's commitment to addressing law...

Cabinet Ministers of India 2024 in Modi 3.0, Updated List with Portfolio

Each Cabinet Minister oversees policy formulation, implementation, and governance within their respective domains. Read this article to get an Updated List of Cabinet Ministers of India 2024 in Modi 3.0 government formation on 9th June 2024. Modi. PM Modi took...

New norms for Disability certificates

Context The Union government recently introduced amendments to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Rules, tightening the process for obtaining a disability certificate. About the Changes notified Mandatory Proof of Identity: Individuals applying for disability certificates must now provide...

E.COLI Outbreak

Context One person has died and 10 have been hospitalised in the US due to an E.coli infection after eating McDonald’s burgers. About Escherichia coli (E.COLI) It is a type of bacteria (rod shaped) commonly found in the intestines of...