News: The opposition parties have decided to move a no confidence motion against the Vice President of India. Process to Remove The Vice President of India. About the removal process The Vice President can be removed from his/her office before the completion of the term. The resolution for removal of Vice President can be introduced… Continue reading Process to remove the Vice President of India
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Turner Prize
News: Recently, Indian origin artist Jasleen Kaur was awarded the prestigious Turner Prize 2024 for her exhibition “Alter Altar” that pays tribute to her family history of migration to Scotland. Turner Prize Explained About Turner Prize About Turner Prize The prize is named after English painter JMW Turner, known for his expressive colouring, imaginative landscapes and… Continue reading Turner Prize
Manama Dialogue
News: Recently, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar attended the 20th IISS Manama Dialogue in Bahrain. Manama Dialogue Explained. About the Manama Dialogue Manama Dialogue is an annual global security and geopolitical summit held in Bahrain. It was initiated in 2004. The Dialogue is organised by the International Institute for Strategic Studies in collaboration with… Continue reading Manama Dialogue
National Human Rights Commission
News: Human Rights Day is observed on 10th December every year to commemorate the adoption of Universal Declaration of Human Rights. To celebrate the Human Rights Day, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is organising a programme at the Plenary Hall of the Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. About NHRC It is a statutory body established… Continue reading National Human Rights Commission
PM e-Vidya
News: Recently, the Union Minister for Education launched the DTH 24×7 Channel No. 31, as a part of PM e-Vidya initiative, to provide education through Indian Sign Language for students who have hearing disabilities. About PM e-Vidya The scheme was launched in May 2020, as part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan, by the Ministry of… Continue reading PM e-Vidya
Sacred Groves
News: Sacred groves can preserve biodiversity and function as carbon sink, enabling India to achieve her carbon goals. Unfortunately, most of them are under threat today. About Sacred Groves Sacred groves are areas of forest or woodland that are considered sacred by local communities, often due to their spiritual, cultural, or religious significance. They are… Continue reading Sacred Groves
Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Banks) Deposits
News: The Reserve Bank of India has decided to increase the interest rate ceilings on Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Banks) Account deposits to support foreign inflows into the country. Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Banks) Deposits About Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Banks) Deposits It is a deposit scheme that enables the Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs)… Continue reading Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Banks) Deposits
Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024
News: The Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development for 2024 will be awarded to former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet. About the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize The Indira Gandhi Peace Prize is prestigious award presented annually in memory of Indira Gandhi, the former Prime Minister of India. The prize was established in 1986. It… Continue reading Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024
Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav
News: Prime Minister has inaugurated the first edition of Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav, which is being celebrated from December 6th to 8th 2024 at Pragati Maidan, Delhi. About the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav The festival celebrates the beauty, culture, and diversity of the 8 North-Eastern States Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram, Tripura, and Sikkim. These states are… Continue reading Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav
Trade Watch Report
News: NITI Aayog’s Trade Watch Quarterly Report highlights the challenges being faced by the Indian economy. Key Highlights of the Report India achieved limited success in harnessing the China Plus One strategy. While countries like Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, and Malaysia have emerged as major beneficiaries These countries have simplified tax laws, cheap labour, lower tariffs… Continue reading Trade Watch Report
