Current affairs

Section 6A of the Citizenship Act

The Supreme Court of India's ruling on October 17, 2024, upheld the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955, by a 4:1 majority. The judgment has raised significant concerns regarding constitutional violations and potential negative implications for...

NITI Aayog’s Report on S.A.F.E. Accommodation

On December 19, 2024, NITI Aayog released a comprehensive report titled “S.A.F.E. Accommodation: Worker Housing for Manufacturing Growth”, outlining the crucial need for secure, affordable, flexible, and efficient (S.A.F.E.) accommodations for industrial workers in India. The report aims to address...

Environmentalist Tulsi Gowda revered as Tree Goddess dies

Tulsi Gowda revered as Tree Goddess dies She was born in Honnali village of Karnataka's Ankola Taluk. She was a member of the indigenous Halakki tribe. She was Known as the ‘encyclopedia of forest’. In 2021, she was awarded the...

National Testing Agency, Reforms in National Entrance Exams

About National Testing Agency It was established in 2017 as a specialist, self-sustaining and autonomous organisation under the the Union Ministry of Education. It is registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860. It is headed by a director general appointed...

Russia’s Cancer Vaccine Free For Everyone

Russia has announced a groundbreaking advancement in medical science: the development of an mRNA cancer vaccine, set to be distributed free of charge to patients. This milestone innovation is expected to transform cancer treatment and provide hope to millions worldwide....

Mumbai Boat Accident, Navy Speedboat Collided with Passenger Ferry

A catastrophic boat accident off the coast of Mumbai on December 18, 2024, has left 13 people dead and two critically injured. The incident occurred near Butcher Island when an Indian Navy speedboat collided with the passenger ferry Neel Kamal,...

Reservation and Religion, Key Constitutional Issues

This remark came during the hearing of appeals challenging the Calcutta High Court's decision to invalidate reservations granted to 77 communities, primarily from the Muslim community, under the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category. Calcutta High Court Decision (2024) On May...

World’s Richest Families 2024

The World’s Richest Families 2024 list highlights the staggering wealth amassed by global dynasties. The Walton family, owners of Walmart, reclaimed the top position with an astounding fortune of $432.4 billion. Let’s dive into the top five families and notable...

Levy a higher GST rate on Tobacco, Sugared Beverages

Over the past seven years since GST’s introduction, no significant increases in GST rates have been made on harmful products like tobacco and sugar-sweetened beverages. Only two minor hikes in National Calamity Contingent Duties (NCCD) on tobacco occurred. This lack...

VIRAASAT Sari Festival 2024, Key Highlights and Significance

The Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, is all set to organize the third edition of the VIRAASAT Sari Festival 2024 from December 15 to December 28, 2024, at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi. This much-anticipated event celebrates the richness...