Sexual Harassment at the workplace is one of the major issues faced by women in the modern world. Protection of Women from Sexual Harassment Act (POSH Act) was enacted to effectively counter the sexual harassment cases in India. While there has been a rise in the cases registered under this act, SC has also raised… Continue reading Protection of Women from Sexual Harassment Act (POSH Act)-Significance and concerns- Explained Pointwise
Burp tax
Source– This post on Burp tax is based on the article “Why has New Zealand removed the ‘burp tax’ on livestock?” published in “Indian Express” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, New Zealand announced scrapping the ‘burp tax. About burp tax 1. About the Burp Tax: It was a tax introduced in 2022… Continue reading Burp tax
Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary
Source– This post on Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary is based on the article “How the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary is being developed as India’s second home for cheetahs” published in “Indian Express” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently it was announced that the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary will be the second home… Continue reading Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary
Prerna Sthal
Source– This post on Prerna Sthal is based on the article “Vice President inaugurates Prerna Sthal at Parliament House Complex” published in “PIB” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar recently inaugurated the Prerna Sthal at the Parliament House Complex. About Prerna Sthal 1. Prerna Sthal is located at the Parliament… Continue reading Prerna Sthal
Solid Waste Management Cess
Source– This post on Solid Waste Management Cess is based on the article “What is SWM Cess and Why is It Levied on Waste Generators?” published in “The Hindu” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has proposed a Solid Waste Management Cess of ₹100 per month for… Continue reading Solid Waste Management Cess
Tarang Shakti Exercise 2024
Source- This post on Tarang Shakti Exercise is based on the article “India to host its first multinational air exercise Tarang Shakti in August” published in “The Hindu” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News? India will host its first multinational air exercise Tarang Shakti 2024 in August. About Tarang Shakti Exercise 2024 Aspects Description… Continue reading Tarang Shakti Exercise 2024
Ukraine Peace Summit
Source- This post on Ukraine Peace Summit is based on the article “Ukraine peace summit ends with hope” published in “The Hindu” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News? The two-day Ukraine Peace Summit ended recently. About Ukraine Peace Summit Aspects Description About This summit underscores the international community’s efforts to find a resolution to… Continue reading Ukraine Peace Summit
Announcement: Entrance Test-2 for AWFG 2024
Dear Friends, We are pleased to announce that the Entrance Test-2 for AWFG 2024 has been scheduled. If you missed the first entrance exam, this is your opportunity to participate. Please find the details below: Entrance Test-2 for AWFG 2024 Registration Link: Click Here Date: 21st June 2024 Entrance Exam Time: 9:00AM Entrance exam Registration… Continue reading Announcement: Entrance Test-2 for AWFG 2024
[Download] New and Improved 9 PM UPSC Weekly Compilation – June 2024 – 2nd week
Dear Friends, We are in the process of increasing the quality of our compilations. In this 9 PM Compilation, we have created subjectwise and topicwise segregation of the weekly current affairs. We have also changed the format of the articles. UPSC Weekly Compilation 2024 Please give us your feedback and suggestions for any further improvement.… Continue reading [Download] New and Improved 9 PM UPSC Weekly Compilation – June 2024 – 2nd week
Council of Ministers (COM)
Source -This post on council of Minister has been based on “On the size of Council of Ministers” publsihed on 16 June 2024. Why in news? Recently, The Union Council of Ministers (COM) led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was sworn in at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on June 9, 2024. About Council… Continue reading Council of Ministers (COM)
