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God cannot be privatised
God cannot be privatised Article: Sundar Sarukkai, professor at the National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bengaluru, analyse the implications of the recent Supreme Court observations in the Sabarmila temple case. Important Analysis: 2. Recently, the apex court has held that temple is not a private space. 3. The court observations came while hearing the case… Continue reading God cannot be privatised
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FASTags aim to quicken pace of journey through toll booths
FASTags aim to quicken pace of journey through toll booths News: According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, FASTag users can experience ‘near’ non-stop movement at toll plazas on various national highways. Important facts: 2. Earlier, the government has introduced the radio frequency identification device(RFID) based FASTag system for vehicles crossing toll… Continue reading FASTags aim to quicken pace of journey through toll booths
India plans to procure missile shield from U.S.
India plans to procure missile shield from U.S. News: India is in discussion with the U.S. to procure an advanced air defence system to defend the NCR from aerial attacks. Important facts: 2. The process of procuring the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System-II(NASAMS-II) has been initiated. 3. NASAMS-II The NASAMS was developed by Raytheon in… Continue reading India plans to procure missile shield from U.S.
Govt to roll out DigiYatra offering for air passengers soon
Govt to roll out DigiYatra offering for air passengers soon News: The Ministry of Civil Aviation is rolling out DigiYatra project very soon. Important facts: 2. DigiYatra project: Under this project, the image of passengers will be captured once these passengers will enter the airport. Once passengers establish their identity, they will be able to… Continue reading Govt to roll out DigiYatra offering for air passengers soon
Govt. plans ‘ISRO-like’ ocean mission
Govt. plans ‘ISRO-like’ ocean mission News: The Centre has drawn up plan to explore the deep recesses of the ocean. Important facts: 2. The Union Earth Science Ministryhas tasked with coordinating the exercise. 3. The Ministry has also unveiled a blueprint of the ‘Deep Ocean Mission (DOM). 4. The mission proposes to explore the deep… Continue reading Govt. plans ‘ISRO-like’ ocean mission