News: The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) has sent a showcause notice to the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies (CSDS), asking it to explain why its grants-in-aid should not be withdrawn. About Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) It is the national body established to encourage, promote and fund social… Continue reading Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)
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Kalai-II Hydroelectric Project
News: The Arunachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board (APSPCB) conducted an environmental public hearing for the proposed 1200 MW Kalai-II Hydro Electric Project in Anjaw district, being developed by THDC India Limited. About Kalai-II Hydroelectric Project It is a 1,200 MW hydro power Type: It is a run-of-river with pondage project. River: It is planned… Continue reading Kalai-II Hydroelectric Project
Forest Rights Act, 2006
News: Tribal representative body complains that the Andaman and Nicobar administration gave a ‘false’ report stating that tribal people’s rights under FRA were identified and settled. About Forest Rights Act, 2006 The Forest Rights Act, 2006 is also known as the Schedule Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers Act, 2006. It is a key legislation… Continue reading Forest Rights Act, 2006
Lipulekh Pass
News: Nepal has objected to India and China announcing the reopening of border trade through the Lipulekh Pass, citing its claims over the region. About Lipulekh Pass It is a high-altitude Himalayan mountain pass situated in the Kumaon region of Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India. Height: The pass lies at approximately 5,334 meters (17,500 feet)… Continue reading Lipulekh Pass
India’s first ‘Living Lab’
News: India’s first disaster-focused ‘Living Lab’ is set up in Kanichar Gram Panchayat, Kannur district, Kerala. About India’s first ‘Living Lab’ The ‘living lab’ is a pioneering approach that blends real-time data with hands-on training. The living lab approach is an ecosystem that integrates real-world settings with research and innovation to create and test solutions.… Continue reading India’s first ‘Living Lab’
Made in India Label Scheme
News: In a step towards unifying and highlighting the nation’s manufacturing prowess, the government has come out with a ‘Made in India Label Scheme’. About Made in India Label Scheme It is an initiative that lends support to the manufacturing industry by building a brand reputation, stronger identity and wider reach for products made in… Continue reading Made in India Label Scheme
Agni-5 Ballistic Missile
News: India has successfully test-fired its intermediate-range ballistic missile Agni-5 from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur, Odisha. About Agni-5 Ballistic Missile It is a land based nuclear-capable long-range intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) with a range of 5000 km. It is the most advanced missile in the Agni series, which forms the backbone of India’s… Continue reading Agni-5 Ballistic Missile
Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan
News: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has officially launched the Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan, envisaged as the world’s largest tribal grassroots leadership programme. About Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan The Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan is a national movement to build a decentralized tribal leadership and governance ecosystem. Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Tribal Affairs Aim: It is aimed at empowering… Continue reading Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan
Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025
News: The Union government has taken a decisive step to regulate India’s fast-growing online gaming sector with the introduction of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. About Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025 The Bill seeks to promote e-sports and socially beneficial games while imposing a complete ban on money-based… Continue reading Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025
Young Bengal Movement
News: Rosinka Chaudhuri in India’s First Radicals: Young Bengal and the British Empire (India Viking) describes about the Young Bengal Movement of 19th century. About Young Bengal Movement Origin and Leadership The Young Bengal Movement was an intellectual and social reform movement in Bengal during the early 19th century (1820s-1830s). Leader: It was led by… Continue reading Young Bengal Movement
