The H-1B visa program has been a pivotal element of U.S. immigration policy. It enables skilled foreign workers to contribute to industries requiring specialized expertise. Recent comments by Elon Musk, describing the program as “broken” and in need of significant reform, emphasize its inherent complexities amid ongoing debates over its effectiveness and equity. As political… Continue reading H-1B Visa Program- Explained Pointwise
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Exercise SURYA KIRAN
News: An Indian Army contingent has left for Nepal to take part in the 18th edition of Battalion-Level Joint Military Exercise, SURYA KIRAN. About Exercise SURYA KIRAN It is a bilateral joint military exercise between India and Nepal, conducted annually since 2011. The host nation alternates between India and Nepal. The 18th edition of the… Continue reading Exercise SURYA KIRAN
Private Member’s Bill
News: A recent analysis shows that during the five-year term of the 17th Lok Sabha, Private Members’ Bills received little attention in both Houses of Parliament. About Private Member’s Bill Private Member: A Member of Parliament (MP) who is not a minister is referred to as a private member. Private Member’s Bill: Bills introduced by… Continue reading Private Member’s Bill
Pangong Tso lake
News: The Indian Army has installed a statue of the Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on the banks of Pangong Tso Lake. About Pangong Tso lake It is an endorheic lake (landlocked) located in eastern Ladakh. It derives its name from the Tibetan word, “Pangong Tso”, which means “high grassland lake”. It lies partly in… Continue reading Pangong Tso lake
India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (Ind-Aus ECTA)
News: The India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (Ind-Aus ECTA) has reached its two-year milestone. It highlights significant achievement in strengthening bilateral trade ties and promoting mutual growth. About Ind-Aus ECTA It was signed on April 2, 2022 and came into force in December 2022. Aim– To provide an institutional mechanism to encourage and improve… Continue reading India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (Ind-Aus ECTA)
Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
News: The Wildlife Institute of India-Dehradun is preparing to execute India’s first Fishing Cat Collaring Project at Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary. About Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary Location– It is part of the Godavari estuary, where the Coringa River merges with the Bay of Bengal in Andhra Pradesh’s Kakinada district. Between this area and the sea ” Hope… Continue reading Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
UN Convention against Cybercrime
News: The UN General Assembly recently adopted the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime. UN Convention against Cybercrime About UN Convention against Cybercrime It is a landmark global agreement adopted by 193 UN member states. Its goal is to strengthen international cooperation in the fight against cybercrime and protect societies from digital threats. The treaty will… Continue reading UN Convention against Cybercrime
Sea Otters
News: A new study reveals that sea otters at the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve in California are consuming thousands of green crabs. This behavior plays a crucial role in preserving the ecosystem along the West Coast of the United States. About Sea Otters Scientific Name: Enhydra lutris They are aquatic members of the… Continue reading Sea Otters
Cephalopods Explaination
News: Cephalopods, such as octopuses and squids, are increasingly recognized for their intelligence. This has sparked calls for humane treatment regulations comparable to those for vertebrates. Cephalopods Explaination About Cephalopods: Cephalopods are a class within the phylum Mollusca, which includes octopuses, squids, cuttlefish, and nautiluses. Cephalopods are cold-blooded (ectothermic), meaning their body temperature is regulated… Continue reading Cephalopods Explaination
Key Facts about Greenland
News: US President-elect Donald Trump sparked controversy by proposing that the United States buy Greenland, calling it an “absolute necessity” for national security. Key Facts about Greenland About Greenland Capital: Nuuk Highest Point: Gunnbjorn’s Fjeld Greenland is the world’s largest island, lying in the North Atlantic Ocean. It is geographically part of the North American… Continue reading Key Facts about Greenland
