Current affairs

Digital Bharat Nidhi Boost to Rural Telecom Connectivity

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced draft rules to establish the Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN). This new initiative is intended to replace the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF). Background on USOF Utilisation Since its inception in 2003, the USOF...

Nanozymes

Nanozymes Nanozymes are a class of nanomaterials with enzyme-like catalytic activities. Nanozymes can be categorized into 4 types based on their catalytic activities: Oxidoreductases, Hydrolases, Isomerases and Synthases. Advantages over Conventional Enzymes Stability: Nanozymes are highly stable and can be...

USA Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)

USA Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) FCPA is an anti-corruption law enacted in 1977 to curb bribery and corruption involving U.S. individuals and entities in foreign countries. It is enforced by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Securities and...

55th International Film Festival of India 2024

The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2024 concluded spectacularly, marking another milestone in the history of cinema celebrations. Held in Goa from November 20-28, 2024, the event not only showcased an impressive lineup of global and Indian films...

Centre launched E-Daakhil Portal across all states and UT of India

E-Dakhil Portal It is an innovative online platform for filing consumer complaints. It has been successfully implemented across all states and union territories of India. Launched by: National Consumer Dispute Redressal Commission(NCDRC) in 2020. NCDRC is a quasi judicial commission...

Schooling in India in Case of Poor Air Quality

This directive followed a Supreme Court ruling and was influenced by concerns over the adverse health effects of deteriorating air quality on students. What are the Challenges Associated with Closing of Schools? Air Quality in Schools vs. Homes: Many children...

Demands for Separate Mithilanchal

About Mithilanchal Mithilanchal is a geographical and cultural region bounded by the Mahananda river in the east, the Ganga in the south, the Gandaki river in the west and by the foothills of the Himalayas in the north. (Comprises parts...

India Joins Top 50 in Network Readiness Index 2024

Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024 India has improved its position by 11 slots and is now placed at 49th rank as per the NRI 2024 report. (In 2023 India’s ranking was 60th). India also ranked 2nd among lower-middle-income countries, only...

Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat Abhiyan

Recently the Ministry for Women and Child Development launched the national campaign “Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat”. More in News The ministry also inaugurated the Child Marriage Free Bharat Portal. The portal is an innovative online platform allowing citizens to: Report...

Riyadh Design Law Treaty

About Riyadh Design Law Treaty (DLT) It is a landmark agreement adopted by member states of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) after nearly two decades of negotiations. The treaty aims to streamline and harmonize global design protection frameworks, emphasizing...