News: The transfer of Chief Justice Sanjib Banerjee from the Madras High Court to the Meghalaya High Court has given rise to a controversy. What is the Constitutional provision on the transfer of judges? Article 222 of the Constitution provides for the transfer of High Court judges, including the Chief Justice. -It says the President,… Continue reading Flaws in the system
Keeping a close eye on China’s nuclear capabilities
News: The PRC’s nuclear capabilities, in particular, are undergoing a fundamental transformation and a shift seems to be evident in both the quantity and the quality of the PRC’s atomic arsenal. India needs to be cautious. How China’s military capabilities are undergoing a major shift? China Military Power Report (CMPR) recently released by the Pentagon… Continue reading Keeping a close eye on China’s nuclear capabilities
SMART Policing Survey, 2021: Bihar, Uttar Pradesh police lowest among all States on perception of ‘sensitivity’, says survey
What is the News? Indian Police Foundation (IPF) has released the SMART Policing Survey 2021. Note: Indian Police Foundation (IPF) is a multidisciplinary think tank and policy advocacy platform. What is a Smart Policing Survey? The SMART Policing idea was envisioned, articulated and introduced by the Prime Minister at the Conference of DGPs of State… Continue reading SMART Policing Survey, 2021: Bihar, Uttar Pradesh police lowest among all States on perception of ‘sensitivity’, says survey
6th EDITION OF INDO-FRANCE JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE “EX SHAKTI 2021” BEING CONDUCTED IN FRANCE
What is the News? The Sixth Edition of Indo – French joint military exercise “Ex SHAKTI 2021” has commenced at the Military School of Draguignan, France. What is Exercise Shakti? Exercise Shakti is a biennial military exercise between the Indian and French Army. Aim: To enhance military cooperation and interoperability between the two Armies. Focus… Continue reading 6th EDITION OF INDO-FRANCE JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE “EX SHAKTI 2021” BEING CONDUCTED IN FRANCE
President of India Graces Swachh Amrit Mahotsav and Presents Swachh Survekshan Awards 2021
What is the News? The President of India has addressed the Swachh Amrit Mahotsav and presented the Swachh Survekshan Awards 2021. What is the Swachh Survekshan Awards? Swachh Survekshan is an annual survey of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation in cities and towns across India. It was launched as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, which… Continue reading President of India Graces Swachh Amrit Mahotsav and Presents Swachh Survekshan Awards 2021
Life expectancy lower for urban poor, says study
What is the News? Azim Premji University has released a report titled “Healthcare equity in urban India”. What is the purpose of the report? The report explores health vulnerabilities and inequalities in cities in India.It also looks at the availability, accessibility and cost of healthcare facilities and possibilities in future-proofing services in the next decade.… Continue reading Life expectancy lower for urban poor, says study
Prolonged school closures due to COVID-19 pose threat to gender equality: UNESCO study
What is the News? UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) has released a study titled “When Schools Close: Gendered Impacts of COVID-19 School Closures”. This study highlights how school closures affected girls and boys, young women and men differently depending on the circumstances. What are the key findings of the study? Around 1.6… Continue reading Prolonged school closures due to COVID-19 pose threat to gender equality: UNESCO study
A new Global Arms Race: Causes and implications – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction A new global arms race is brewing up as US, China and Russia are all pursuing hypersonic weapons technologies. The US administration is making a big push for hypersonic-related research funding in the fiscal year 2022 budget and has requested $3.8 billion in budget. This is almost 20% more than… Continue reading A new Global Arms Race: Causes and implications – Explained, pointwise
Current Affairs by ForumIAS for Pre+Mains 2022 | 27th November
Dear Friends, This is to inform you that Current Affairs Program for CSE Pre+Mains 2022 by ForumIAS is commencing from 27th November in Online Mode. You can enroll in the program by visiting https://go.forumias.com/ca22. In the past 3-4 years, among the highest scorers in General Studies have been Current Affairs students of ForumIAS Academy – Pratham Kaushik (501 marks in GS), Varun Reddy (Rank 7), Sanjeeta Mohapatra (Rank 10), Divya… Continue reading Current Affairs by ForumIAS for Pre+Mains 2022 | 27th November
[Update] Detailed Application Form | DAF For UPSC CSE Mains 2021 is Out
Detailed Application Form or DAF for UPSC CSE Mains 2021 is available from today on the website of UPSC. The last date to submit the same is December 1st, 2021 6:00 PM. Aspirants, who were successful in the UPSC CSE Prelims 2021, can fill the form using the link given below: DAF for UPSC CSE… Continue reading [Update] Detailed Application Form | DAF For UPSC CSE Mains 2021 is Out
