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International Abhidhamma Divas

About Abhidhamma Divas It commemorates the day when Lord Buddha descended from the celestial realm (Tāvatimsa-devaloka) to Sankassiya (now Sankisa Basantapur) in Uttar Pradesh. The Asokan Elephant Pillar at Sankassiya marks this significant event. Abhidhamma: It refers to the third...

Appointment of Chief Justice of India

Appointment Procedure of CJI CJI is appointed by the President of India – Article 124 (2). The Union Law Ministry seeks the recommendation of the outgoing CJI for the appointment of the next Chief Justice of India. After receipt of...

Marine Heat Waves

About Marine Heat Waves (MHWs) It is an extreme weather event which occurs when the surface temperature of a particular region of the sea rises to 3 or 4 degree Celsius above the average temperature for at least 5 days....

Mangrove Forests in India, Map, Characteristics, Significance, Threat

Context: Infrastructure development activities in Mumbai and its surrounding regions are negatively impacting mangroves. About Mangroves Mangroves are an ecotone between a marine and terrestrial ecosystem. They act as natural barriers against storm surges, preventing coastal erosion and providing habitats...

Stubble Burning, Causes and Impact

The Supreme Court slammed Haryana and Punjab for their “defiant attitude” against taking penal action on persons burning crop residue ahead of the winter season and aggravating air pollution across north India, especially in and around the national capital. What...

Climate Change Impact on Agriculture

A recent report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations highlights the severe impact of climate change on poor households, particularly in India. The report titled “The unjust climate. Measuring the impacts of climate change on...

The Spread of Sex Selection in India

British Colonial Policies and Female Infanticide DSS argue that British colonial policies intensified female infanticide. While this has already been well-documented, the pre-colonial practice of infanticide, especially among groups like the Rajputs, worsened under colonial rule due to land and...

Pakistan’s Other Front: Western Frontier Durand Line

The discourse surrounding India’s relations with Pakistan often overshadows critical developments in the region, particularly concerning the Durand Line, which separates Pakistan and Afghanistan. This border has significant implications for regional stability and the dynamics of various movements within Pakistan....

Does India have a shortage of containers for the swift transport of goods?

The Importance of Containers Containers are essential for transporting goods efficiently via rail, ship, and road, making them vital to global trade. The introduction of containerisation revolutionised trade by reducing transportation time and port delays, facilitating globalisation. Standardised in size...

India Commits to Ethical AI with New EoI initiative

Context The IndiaAI Mission has selected eight Responsible AI Projects against the Expression of Interest (EoI) floated under the Safe and Trusted AI Pillar of the IndiaAI Mission. About Project The IndiaAI Mission, under the Digital India Corporation and Ministry...