News:Periyar river has turned black due to discharge of chemical wastes by industries located on the banks of the river. Facts: The Periyar River is the longest river in the state of Kerala.It is also known as ‘Lifeline of Kerala’ as it is one of the few perennial rivers in the state. Origin: It originates from… Continue reading Periyar River
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Kanya Sumangala Yojana
News:Uttar Pradesh government launched its flagship scheme named Kanya Sumangla Yojna. Facts: About Kanya Sumangla Yojna: The scheme aims to provide a fund worth Rs 15000 to every family where a girl child is born. The scheme has been designed in a way that the parents will have to take proper care of the girl… Continue reading Kanya Sumangala Yojana
Chaukhandi Stupa
Archaeological Survey of India has declared Chaukhandi Stupa as a “protected area of national importance”. Chaukhandi Stupa is one of the important Buddhist Stupas at Sarnath, Uttar Pradesh.It is a lofty mound of brick whose square edifice is surrounded by an octagonal tower. Chaukhandi Stupa was built to mark the place where Lord Buddha met… Continue reading Chaukhandi Stupa
Bandipur Tiger Reserve
News:Karnataka Chief Minister has said that the ban on vehicular movement through Bandipur forest during night will continue. Facts: Wayanad district in Kerala has witnessed protests against a ban on vehicular movement on the forest stretch of NH 766 that passes through the Bandipur Tiger Reserve in Karnataka. The reason for the protests was a… Continue reading Bandipur Tiger Reserve
Green Crackers
News:Government of India has launched green firecrackers in a bid to resolve the crisis of air pollution. Facts: Background: In October 2018,the Supreme Court had banned the manufacture, sale and use of firecrackers that are loud and toxic to man, animal and the environment. The court had allowed for sale of green and improved crackers… Continue reading Green Crackers
E-Raktkosh portal
News:The Union Health minister has urged the states to use e-Raktkosh portal as a single point for maintaining real-time information on the status of stocks of each blood group. Facts: e-Raktkosh portal was launched in 2016 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It is a Centralized Blood Bank Management System that provides a… Continue reading E-Raktkosh portal
About Belum Caves
News:The Belum Caves Festival has been postponed in Andhra Pradesh after the dates clashed with Governor’s visit to the district. Facts: About Belum Caves festival: The Belum Caves festival was named as Kandanavolu Sambaralu.It was being organised to popularize the Belum caves in Kurnool district,Andhra Pradesh. About Belum Caves: Belum Caves are also known as… Continue reading About Belum Caves
Post-Central vista verdict: Need to improve process of developing Public project?
Synopsis: The issue of Central Vista Project has reiterated the need for holistic solutions for the issues in process of the redevelopment projects. Introduction The majority ruling decided that the government had followed all processes as required by the regulations and could go ahead with the construction. However, it is only the one instance, which is… Continue reading Post-Central vista verdict: Need to improve process of developing Public project?
India’s counter-coercive strategy against China
Synopsis: India has done quite well in countering Chinese moves in eastern Ladakh with its coercive strategy. Introduction There is an opportunity for middle powers like India to redefine their position in the world order as decline and rise of Chinese and American powers continue. Alexander L. George, an American political scientist, is best known for his work on coercive diplomacy. The… Continue reading India’s counter-coercive strategy against China
Issues in wages Against Housework and Alternatives to it
Synopsis- It is important to recognise the value of unpaid domestic work. However, creating value isn’t always about fair remuneration. A salary to women for domestic work will institutionalise the idea of men as ‘providers. Introduction– Recently, Kamal Hasan’s party, Makkal Needhi Maiam, promised salaries to housewives as a part of its electoral campaign in Tamil Nadu. Shashi Tharoor also… Continue reading Issues in wages Against Housework and Alternatives to it
