Source– The post is based on the article “A question from Manipur: Who is an ST?” published in “The Indian Express” on 10th May 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity Relevance– Identity politics News– Rcenetly, there were voilent protest in Manipur over demand for affirmative action by the state’s Meitei community. What are issues regarding ST status… Continue reading A question from Manipur: Who is an ST?
Why question of ED chief’s tenure is back in Supreme Court
Source: The post is based on the article “Why question of ED chief’s tenure is back in Supreme Court” published in Indian Express on 9th May 2023 What is the News? The Supreme Court has said it might revisit its 2021 ruling that the tenure of a superannuated officer may be extended only in exceptional… Continue reading Why question of ED chief’s tenure is back in Supreme Court
Indian scientist-led team witnesses star engulfing Jupiter-sized planet
Source: The post is based on the article “Indian scientist-led team witnesses star engulfing Jupiter-sized planet” published in Indian Express on 10th May 2023 What is the News? Scientists have witnessed a bloated star in our own galaxy swallowing a planet. This star has been identified as “ZTF SLRN-2020”. What is ZTF SLRN-2020? ZTF SLRN-2020… Continue reading Indian scientist-led team witnesses star engulfing Jupiter-sized planet
Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMSBY) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) complete 8 years of providing social security cover
Source: The post is based on the article “Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMSBY) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) complete 8 years of providing social security cover” published in PIB on 9th May 2023 What is the News? The Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMSBY) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) complete 8 years of providing social security cover
NCGG started 3 capacity building programmes for the civil servants of Maldives & Bangladesh
Source: The post is based on the article “NCGG started 3 capacity building programmes for the civil servants of Maldives & Bangladesh” published in PIB on 9th May 2023 What is the News? The National Centre for Good Governance(NCGG) has started three capacity-building programmes (CBPs) for the civil servants of Bangladesh and the Maldives. What… Continue reading NCGG started 3 capacity building programmes for the civil servants of Maldives & Bangladesh
India among top 5 countries where babies born too soon: study
Source: The post is based on the article “India among top 5 countries where babies born too soon: study” published in Indian Express on 10th May 2023 What is the News? WHO and United Nations Children’s Fund and Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (PMNCH) have released a report titled “Born too Soon: Decade… Continue reading India among top 5 countries where babies born too soon: study
Haifa Port: Arab trains to carry Indian goods to Israeli port: Cohen
Source: The post is based on the article “Arab trains to carry Indian goods to Israeli port: Cohen” published in The Hindu on 10th May 2023 What is the News? Israel Foreign Minister announced that Arab train networks in future would be carrying Indian goods to the Haifa port in Israel. Where is Haifa Port?… Continue reading Haifa Port: Arab trains to carry Indian goods to Israeli port: Cohen
Most Asia-Pacific countries ill-prepared for natural disasters: ESCAP
Source: The post is based on the article “Most Asia-Pacific countries ill-prepared for natural disasters: ESCAP” published in Down To Earth on 10th May 2023 What is the News? According to a new study by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), most countries in Asia and the Pacific… Continue reading Most Asia-Pacific countries ill-prepared for natural disasters: ESCAP
Some key takeaways from the Petersberg Climate Dialogue
Source: The post is based on the article “Some key takeaways from the Petersberg Climate Dialogue” published in Down To Earth on 10th May 2023 What is the News? The Petersberg Dialogue on Climate Change was held in Berlin, Germany. It was hosted by Germany and the United Arab Emirates, which is hosting the 28th Conference… Continue reading Some key takeaways from the Petersberg Climate Dialogue
Ban on diesel vehicles by 2027: Reasoning and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction As environmental concerns take centre stage, India contemplates a significant shift in its automotive industry. A government panel, the Energy Transition Advisory Committee (ETAC), recommends a ban on diesel vehicles in cities with a population of over a million by 2027. This bold step aims to curb emissions and promote… Continue reading Ban on diesel vehicles by 2027: Reasoning and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
