Judicial appointments in India has always been a contentious issue in India. Recently, two significant developments regarding the Supreme Court of India’s Collegium have emerged – firstly, the interviews for Judicial Candidates and secondly the exclusion of Relatives in Judiciary. There has been a long drawn confrontational battle between the Government and the Judiciary over… Continue reading Judicial Appointments in India- Current Procedure, Concerns and Way Forward- Explained Pointwise
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National Anthem of India
News: Recently,a controversy in Tamil Nadu’s Legislative Assembly occurred when the Governor departed without delivering the customary address, citing the absence of the National Anthem. National Anthem of India About National Anthem of India Composed by- Rabindranath Tagore in Bangla. Adopted in– It was first adopted in its Hindi version by the Constituent Assembly on… Continue reading National Anthem of India
Bharatpol Portal
News: The Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation launched the bharatpol portal in New Delhi on 7th January 2025 at the Bharat Mandapam. About Bharatpol Portal It is a significant initiative aimed at streamlining the processing of requests for international assistance through INTERPOL. It will handle tasks such as the issuance of Red Notices… Continue reading Bharatpol Portal
Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0
News: The Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0 programme was inaugurated by the Lok Sabha Speaker on 6th January 2025 to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. About Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0 Objective: The primary aim is to: Empower elected women representatives from Scheduled Tribes in Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) by enhancing their knowledge of… Continue reading Panchayat Se Parliament 2.0
Artesian Condition
News: Residents of Taranagar village in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, saw underground water gush out unexpectedly from December 27 to 29. Geologists from Rajasthan’s State Ground Water Department attributed the phenomenon to an “artesian condition”. About Artesian Condition Artesian conditions occur when groundwater is confined under pressure within an aquifer, trapped between two impermeable layers of rock… Continue reading Artesian Condition
Golden Jackal Explanation
News– Environmentalists say that golden jackals appear to be adapting to their changing environment and are no longer avoiding humans. About Golden Jackal The golden jackal, also referred to as the common jackal, is a medium-sized, wolf-like canid. Activity– In human-inhabited areas, they are strictly nocturnal, but in less-disturbed regions, they may exhibit partially diurnal… Continue reading Golden Jackal Explanation
Great Nicobar Island Project- Explained Pointwise
The Union Shipping Ministry has proposed new additions to the ₹72,000-crore mega-infrastructure project in Great Nicobar Island over the past eight months. These include an international cruise terminal, high-end tourism facilities, and a shipbreaking yard, as revealed in official documents. The Ministry has also sought 100 acres of land with a seafront for its proposals.… Continue reading Great Nicobar Island Project- Explained Pointwise
Tsangpo Dam: Impact on India Explained Pointwise
On December 25, China approved the construction of the Tsangpo Dam, world’s largest hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpo River (Brahmaputra) in Tibet. This ambitious 60,000 MW project will produce electricity three times the capacity of the world’s current largest hydroelectric facility, the Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River in central China. While heralded… Continue reading Tsangpo Dam: Impact on India Explained Pointwise
Ramesh Chand Panel
News: The government recently formed an 18-member panel, led by NITI Aayog’s Ramesh Chand, to revise the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) base year and plan a shift to the Producer Price Index (PPI). Ramesh Chand Panel About Ramesh Chand Panel The panel was set up to update the base year of the Wholesale Price Index… Continue reading Ramesh Chand Panel
Textile Sector in India- Explained Pointwise
The textile sector in India has long been a cornerstone of the nation’s economic and cultural identity. This sector, with roots stretching back centuries, encompasses a wide array of production methods, from hand-woven traditions to state-of-the-art industrial manufacturing. As of today, India’s textile industry contributes significantly to the nation’s GDP, industrial output, and employment generation.… Continue reading Textile Sector in India- Explained Pointwise
