National Super Computing Mission(NSM)

What is the News? India is fast emerging as a leader in high-power computing with the launch of the National Super Computing Mission(NSM). About National Super Computing Mission(NSM): Firstly, the government launched the National Super Computing Mission in 2015. Secondly, the aim is to connect research and academic institutions to a Supercomputing grid all over the country.… Continue reading National Super Computing Mission(NSM)

IEVP or International Virtual Election Visitors Programme (IVEP) 2021

What is the News? The Election Commission of India hosted the International Virtual Election Visitors Programme(IEVP) 2021. About International Virtual Election Visitors Programme (IEVP) 2021: The Election Commission of India(ECI) organized IEVP 2021. Attended by: Election Management Bodies(EMBs)/ Organisations from 26 countries and three International Organisations attended it. Focus of the programme: The programme aims… Continue reading IEVP or International Virtual Election Visitors Programme (IVEP) 2021

CJI launches “SUPACE Portal”— AI-driven Research Portal

What is the News? The Chief Justice of India launches the Supreme Court’s “SUPACE Portal”. About SUPACE Portal: Full-Form: SUPACE stands for Supreme Court Portal for Assistance in Court’s Efficiency. Purpose: It is an artificial intelligence-based portal. It will make the research work easier for judges, thereby easing their workload. Key Features of the Portal:… Continue reading CJI launches “SUPACE Portal”— AI-driven Research Portal

Government launches “Anamaya Initiative” – For Tribal Health

What is the News? Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare and Union Minister of Tribal Affairs launches the Anamaya Initiative — a Tribal Health Collaborative. About Anamaya Initiative: Anamaya is a multi-stakeholder initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Piramal Foundation and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) are supporting it. Objectives: Firstly, Anamaya Initiative… Continue reading Government launches “Anamaya Initiative” – For Tribal Health

Ways to Restore Democracy in Myanmar

Synopsis: Myanmar’s military is unwilling to give power to the democratically elected government. It is time for the regional countries to put pressure to end the military rule in Myanmar. Contents1 Introduction: 2 India and Myanmar:3 Difference between past and present protests:4 Suggestions to bring back normalcy: Introduction:  Myanmar celebrated its Armed Forces Day on March 27.… Continue reading Ways to Restore Democracy in Myanmar

Suggestions to Improve India-Pakistan Relations

Synopsis: India and Pakistan have to improve their engagement further if they want to improve bilateral ties. Introduction: India and Pakistan have improved their engagement in recent times. For example, India and Pakistan issued a joint statement to strictly observe all the agreements on a ceasefire along the LoC and other sectors Permanent Indus Commission meeting on the… Continue reading Suggestions to Improve India-Pakistan Relations

Net Zero Emission Principle is not in Line with India’s National Ambitions

Synopsis: The principle of Net Zero emission is against Climate Justice. It needs reworking considering the national priorities of developing countries like India. Contents1 Background2 What are the issues in the Paris treaty?3 What needs to be done?4 What changes should be brought to the Paris treaty? Background The Paris Agreement, explicitly recognized that the… Continue reading Net Zero Emission Principle is not in Line with India’s National Ambitions

Need for Police Reforms in India

Synopsis: Police reforms require urgent attention. There have been many instances of Police-politician nexus. It is not right for democracy. Background The 21st century witnessed many crises. For instance, One, the 2007-08 financial crisis affected the growth of many economies and the recovery process has been slow. Two, the most recent impact of the Pandemic,… Continue reading Need for Police Reforms in India

Must Read Current Affairs Articles – April 8th, 2021

Good Morning dear reader We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers several newspapers such as The Hindu, Indian Express, Livemint, etc. This saves… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – April 8th, 2021

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