Current affairs

Opposition MPs sign on Notice to Impeach Allahabad HC judge

Process of Removal of HC judge By the Parliament A judge can be removed from office through a motion passed by Parliament on the grounds of “proved misbehaviour or incapacity.” Although the Constitution does not mention the term “impeachment,” it...

What are Ghost Guns?

The weapon used to kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is believed to be a ghost gun, a type of firearm that can be made at home using a 3D printer or other manufacturing methods. 1 These guns often lack serial...

Enhancing Domestic Coking Coal Availability to Reduce Import Dependence

India's steel sector, one of the largest in the world, relies heavily on coking coal as a raw material. Despite possessing vast reserves, the country imports a significant amount of coking coal, resulting in a massive financial burden. The latest...

India Skills Report 2025, Key Findings and Government Initiatives

The India Skills Report 2025 provides an in-depth analysis of India's workforce readiness and emerging trends in skill development. This comprehensive report highlights India's increasing potential as a global talent hub and assesses the readiness of its youth for the...

Panchamasali Community

The Panchamasalis are a significant and influential sub-group within the Lingayat community, a sect that has played a pivotal role in Karnataka's socio-religious and political fabric. With a history deeply rooted in the teachings of the 12th-century philosopher-saint Basavanna, the...

Researchers develop AI-based Platform to Rapidly find Age-defying Molecules

Researchers at the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT-Delhi) have unveiled AgeXtend, a revolutionary AI-powered platform aimed at discovering molecules that slow down aging and promote healthier living. This significant breakthrough, published in the journal Nature Aging, positions India...

Centre wants States to make Snakebites Notifiable Disease

About Snake bite Snakebites can lead to acute medical emergencies that require immediate care. They can cause severe paralysis that can prevent breathing, can lead to a fatal hemorrhage, and damage different tissues. Snakebites need to be treated with antivenom...

How to make Self-employment Count

Key Characteristics of India’s Labour Force Low Participation and Stagnant Structure: India has a low rate of workforce participation among the working-age population. The structure of labour force participation has remained largely unchanged for decades. High Self-Employment Rates: India has...

Champions of Earth Award

The Champions of the Earth Award is the United Nations' highest environmental honor, awarded annually by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). It highlights individuals, groups, and organizations whose actions have a transformative impact on the environment. Recently, renowned Indian...

International Fund for Agricultural Development

About International fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) IFAD is a United Nations agency that works to improve agricultural development and reduce poverty in developing countries. (HQ - Rome, Italy) It was established in 1977 in response to a global food...