Current affairs
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Vadhavan Port will be a Game Changer for India
In a significant move aimed at bolstering infrastructure and renewable energy sectors, the Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved two key projects: the Vadhavan Port project in Maharashtra and a viability gap funding (VGF)...
Last updated on December 2nd, 2024 06:10 pm -
Clean Plant Programme (CPP), Features and Key Benefits
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a $98 million loan to improve horticulture crop farmers’ access to certified disease-free planting materials under Clean Plant Programme. Clean Plant Programme (CPP) CPP will have 3 components: Clean...
Last updated on December 2nd, 2024 01:40 pm -
World’s Biggest GOLD Reserves Discovered in China
China Discovered World's Biggest GOLD Reserves China’s discovery of a 1,000-metric ton gold reserve in Hunan Province has global ramifications. This $83 billion discovery not only solidifies China's dominance in the global gold market but also emphasizes the strategic importance...
Last updated on December 2nd, 2024 01:11 pm -
13th National Seed Congress 2024
On the 2nd day of the National Seed Congress (NSC), experts, scientists and industry representatives urged the government to modernize the Seeds Bill of 2004 and the Seeds Policy of 2002. 13th National Seed Congress 2024 It is a 3...
Last updated on December 2nd, 2024 12:25 pm -
CWC Resolution on Entire Poll Process
What are the Arguments? Partisan Functioning of the Election Commission: The CWC accused the Election Commission (EC) of exhibiting biased behavior, which they believe undermines the integrity of elections. This partisanship is viewed as a significant factor contributing to public...
Last updated on November 30th, 2024 08:40 pm -
India Needs to Share Contraceptive Responsibility
Evolution of Family Planning in India The program was launched to reduce birth rates and stabilize population growth, aligning with national economic needs. Over time, it expanded to include reproductive health and reduce maternal and child mortality rates. In 1966,...
Last updated on November 30th, 2024 08:38 pm -
Ajmer Sharif Dargah
Historical Background of Ajmer Sharif Dargah It is the final resting place of the Sufi saint, Moinuddin Chishti located at Ajmer, Rajasthan. About Moinuddin Chishti: Moinuddin Chishti was a 13th-century Sufi saint and philosopher. He was born in 1141 CE...
Last updated on November 30th, 2024 07:24 pm -
Wikipedia and ANI’s Defamation Suit
About Wikipedia It is a community-driven platform, with content created and edited by volunteers. Editorial Process: Anyone can edit articles, provided edits are backed by reliable and verifiable sources. Protection Measures: Pages on controversial topics can be placed under "extended...
Last updated on November 30th, 2024 06:46 pm -
Armed Insurrection to Parliamentary Politics
Historical Context and Ideological Roots Left-wing insurgencies are grounded in ideologies such as Marxism-Leninism and Maoism, viewing the capitalist state as an instrument of oppression. Armed struggle has traditionally been a central strategy for revolutionary groups like Nepal’s Maoists, El...
Last updated on November 30th, 2024 05:29 pm