Source: This post on Eurasian Otter has been created on the article “Eurasian Otter spotted in Kerala” published in Times of India on 31st December 2023. Why in News? Recently, Eurasian Otter (Lutra lutra) was spotted for the first time in Kerala. They were found at Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Idukki. What is Eurasian Otter?… Continue reading Eurasian Otter Spotted at Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala
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Savitribai Phule
Source: This post has been created based on the article “Savitribai Phule Jayanti 2024: Celebrating India’s first woman teacher ”published in “Business Standard” on 3rd January 2024. Why in news? January 3, 2024, marks the 193rd birth anniversary of Savitribai Phule. Who is Savitribai Phule? 1) Savitribai Phule, a Dalit woman from the Mali community, was born… Continue reading Savitribai Phule
Chamelion Trojan Malware
Source: The post on Chameleon Trojan Malware has been created on the article “New Android malware can steal your password by disabling fingerprint and face unlock” published in “The Indian Express” on 27th December 2023. Why in news? Cybersecurity researchers have identified a powerful variant of the notorious ‘Chameleon Trojan’ malware’, presenting a significant threat to users… Continue reading Chamelion Trojan Malware
Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs) for 2023
Sources: This post is based on the article “RBI releases Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs) of 2021” published in “Live Mint” on 2nd Jan 2024. Why in news? Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued the list of Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs). Which banks are on the list of Domestic Systemically Important Banks… Continue reading Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs) for 2023
Maharishi Valmiki International Airport
Source- This post is based on the article “PM inaugurates Maharishi Valmiki International Airport at Ayodhya Dham” Published in “PIB” on 30th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently the Prime Minister inaugurated the Maharishi Valmiki International Airport in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. What are the Key features of the airport? 1) The airport is dedicated… Continue reading Maharishi Valmiki International Airport
Summary of Punchhi Commission Report
Background The Punchhi Commission was formed by the Government of India in 2007. It was chaired by Justice Madan Mohan Punchhi. The Commission was focused on Centre-State relations. This revisit on Centre-State relations was aimed to address problems previously investigated by the Sarkaria Commission, which had presented its report in 1988. The Commission examined and reviewed… Continue reading Summary of Punchhi Commission Report
Summary of Sarkaria Commission Report on Center State Relations
Background Federal theorist K.C. Wheare has argued that the nature of the Indian Constitution is quasi-federal in nature. Due to such nature, few tensions in Center and State relations are bound to arise. The Sarkaria Commission was constituted in 1983 to investigate and give recommendations for a healthy relationship between the Union and the States. It was a three-member commission presided… Continue reading Summary of Sarkaria Commission Report on Center State Relations
Difference between Acts, Rules, Regulations
Often, there is confusion surrounding the interchangeable use of the terms Acts, Rules, and Regulations, but it’s important to recognize that these terms carry unique meanings while being connected. Therefore, we are presenting the difference between Act, Rules and Regulations. According to Article 13(3)(a) of the Constitution of India, the term “law” encompasses Ordinances, orders,… Continue reading Difference between Acts, Rules, Regulations
World Toilet Organization
About World Toilet Organization Aspects Description About 1. World Toilet Organization is a global non-profit committed to improving toilet and sanitation conditions worldwide. 2. It is not an agency of the United Nations. It was granted consultative status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council in 2013. Established 19 November 2001 Focus WTO empowers… Continue reading World Toilet Organization
100 million farmer initiative
About 100 million farmer initiative Aspects Description About The “100 Million Farmers” initiative is a multistakeholder platform aimed at transitioning to net-zero, nature-positive food systems by 2030. Initiated by World Economic Forum Mission It supports private and public leaders to position food and farmers as central pillars of the global climate and nature agenda. It… Continue reading 100 million farmer initiative
