Source: PIB What is the News? The 36th Edition of India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol(CORPAT) is being conducted. Indian Naval Ship(INS) Saryu, an indigenously built Offshore Patrol Vessel, is participating in the 36th Edition of the CORPAT. About India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol(CORPAT): India and Indonesia have been carrying out Coordinated Patrols (CORPAT) exercise along the International Maritime Boundary… Continue reading 36th Edition of India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol(CORPAT)
Govt. introduces Bill on insurance firms
Source: The Hindu What is the News? The Government of India has introduced the General Insurance Business (Nationalisation) Amendment Bill, 2021. Purpose of the Bill: The Bill introduces amendments to the General Insurance Business (Nationalisation) Act, 1972 to enable the privatisation of public sector insurance companies. Key Features of the Bill: Reduces Shareholding Limit: The… Continue reading Govt. introduces Bill on insurance firms
Kendu leaf trade: Stringent laws needed to keep children out
Source: Down To Earth What is the News? Several children were seen collecting kendu leaves in the Joradobra Phadi (kendu leaf collection center) in Odisha’s Kalahandi district. This was a clear violation of child rights and also a reflection of the shoddy state of affairs across the state. About Kendu Leaf: Kendu Leaf is a… Continue reading Kendu leaf trade: Stringent laws needed to keep children out
3rd Arctic Science Ministerial
Source: PIB What is the News? The Government of India has participated in the 3rd Arctic Science Ministerial (ASM3). About Arctic Science Ministerial (ASM3): Arctic Science Ministerial(ASM) is a global platform for discussing research and cooperation in the Arctic region. Organized by: Iceland and Japan have jointly organized the 3rd Arctic Science Ministerial(ASM3). It is… Continue reading 3rd Arctic Science Ministerial
Cloud over Videocon resolution process points to larger weakness in IBC
Source: Indian Express Syllabus: GS- 3 Industries and industrial policies Synopsis: issues involved in Videocon resolution process Background Videocon was one of the first test cases to examine the prospects of insolvency jurisprudence in India and the first one, for group insolvency proceedings. On June 8, the NCLT approved a resolution plan submitted by Twinstar… Continue reading Cloud over Videocon resolution process points to larger weakness in IBC
[Download] 9 PM Weekly Compilation –July, 2021 – 4th week
Hello everyone, We are posting a Compilation of the 9 PM current affairs brief for the 4th week of the Month of July. Click on the following link to download 9 PM Compilation for the Month of July, Fourth Week About 9 PM Current Affairs Brief: The idea behind the 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief… Continue reading [Download] 9 PM Weekly Compilation –July, 2021 – 4th week
How does a democracy die?
Source: Indian Express Relevance: This article highlights few examples that can turn a country in a failed democracy. Synopsis: Democracies die when democratically elected governments cease to be held accountable by a society weakened by poor health, low morale, and joblessness. In such a scenario, political leaders are prone to blindness and incompetence, they pay… Continue reading How does a democracy die?
Law and lawmakers
Source: The Hindu Synopsis: The Supreme Court held that a legislative privilege cannot be extended to provide legal immunity to criminal acts committed by lawmakers. Background: On March 13, 2015, six members of the legislative assembly (MLAs) from LDF party in Kerala tried to interrupt the presentation of the Budget. Their action resulted in destruction… Continue reading Law and lawmakers
Small state, big brother
Source: Business Standard Synopsis: Assam-Mizoram violence is an outcome of the central government trying too hard to ‘integrate’ distinct northeastern states, which has unleashed latent regionalism. Background: Recent border clashes on the Assam-Mizoram Border and Assam-Meghalaya border point to the failure of central and state governments to solve the boundary issue. On 26 July, a… Continue reading Small state, big brother
Science & Technology Quiz: General Science | 31 July, 2021
