What is the News? Sweden-based Varieties of Democracy (V-Dem) Institute released a report titled “Autocratisation Goes Viral”. The report has downgraded India from being an “electoral democracy” to an “electoral autocracy”. Note: This report comes after US watchdog Freedom House has downgraded India’s status to “partly free” in its ‘Freedom in the World’ report. Contents1… Continue reading India rated as an “electoral autocracy” by V-Dem Institute
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Plea Challenges “Places of Worship Act,1991” in SC
What is the news? The Supreme Court asked the Centre to respond to a plea challenging the Places of Worship Act, 1991. About Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act 1991: The Act was passed in 1991. It seeks to maintain the “religious character” of places of worship as it was in 1947. The Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri… Continue reading Plea Challenges “Places of Worship Act,1991” in SC
Power Minister Launches “Energy Efficiency Enterprise(E3) Certifications Scheme”
What is the news? Minister for Power launches the “Energy Efficiency Enterprise(E3) Certifications Programme” for the Brick manufacturing Sector. About Energy Efficiency Enterprise(E3) Certification Programme: Energy Efficiency Enterprise(E3) is a certification scheme. It aims to recognise burnt clay brick manufacturers for adopting energy-efficient manufacturing. Furthermore, it encourages customers to source bricks from such E3 certified… Continue reading Power Minister Launches “Energy Efficiency Enterprise(E3) Certifications Scheme”
Commemorative “Dandi March” to mark 75 years of Independence
What is the News? The Prime Minister flagged off a commemorative 2021 Dandi March. It was to launch the celebrations of the 75th year of Independence – ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’. About 2021 Dandi March: 81 walkers will participate in The 2021 Dandi March. They will travel through the 386 km Dandi March route in… Continue reading Commemorative “Dandi March” to mark 75 years of Independence
MHA directive on “Influx of Illegal Immigrants From Myanmar”
What is the News? Ministry of Home Affairs(MHA) has written to states, sharing international boundaries with Myanmar. Chief Secretaries of these states (Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh) are asked to take appropriate action to check illegal influx from Myanmar into India. Why was this directive issued? Myanmar’s military has seized full control of the… Continue reading MHA directive on “Influx of Illegal Immigrants From Myanmar”
Panel Recommendations to improve “Air Quality in Kerala”
What is the news? The National Green Tribunal (NGT) appointed a joint committee to study air pollution in Kerala. It made several recommendations to improve air quality in Kerala. What are the key recommendations of the panel? Installation of vapor recovery systems at fuelling stations Retrofitting of diesel vehicles with particulate filters to improve air… Continue reading Panel Recommendations to improve “Air Quality in Kerala”
“AsterX” – France’s First Military Exercise in Space
What is the news? French Space Command(CDE) launched its first military space exercise called AsterX. About Exercise AsterX: The exercise has been named AsterX in reference to the first French satellite, which was put into orbit in 1965. Purpose: During the exercise, the French Military aims to monitor a potentially dangerous space object. It will… Continue reading “AsterX” – France’s First Military Exercise in Space
SC Ruling on Appointment of “State Election Commissioners”
What is the news? The Supreme Court held that independent persons should be appointed State Election Commissioners, not the Bureaucrats holding government office. What was the case? The Supreme Court gave this judgment in a case related to Goa. There the law secretary was given the charge of State Election Commissioner. What are the key… Continue reading SC Ruling on Appointment of “State Election Commissioners”
First “Quad Summit” Held Virtually
What is the news? The first-ever leadership Quad summit held virtually. About the First Quad Summit: Participation: Indian Prime Minister, US President, Australian PM, and Japanese PM participated virtually in the first Quad summit. What were the key takeaways from the Summit? Free and Open Indo-Pacific: The leaders have called for a free and open… Continue reading First “Quad Summit” Held Virtually
Conservation Initiatives for Sharks in India
What is the news? As per a recent study, the global population of sharks and rays reduced by over 70% in the past five decades. But a few conservation initiatives in India show that well-crafted policies and awareness programmes can make a difference. Contents1 About Sharks:2 Conservation Measures launched in India:3 Whale Shark Conservation Programme:4… Continue reading Conservation Initiatives for Sharks in India
