News: An IIT Delhi student recently lost her life while conducting research near the archaeological site of Lothal in Gujarat. About Lothal 1. It was one of the southernmost sites of the Indus Valley civilization (IVC). 2. Its archaeological remains is located along the Bhogava river, a tributary of Sabarmati, in the Gulf of Khambat.… Continue reading Lothal- Harrapan Port Town
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Fair compensation for media companies from technology platforms
Source: The post Fair compensation for media companies from technology platforms has been created, based on the article “Fair share: On Big Tech and media content” published in “The Hindu” on 29th October 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Governance – Government policies for various sectors Context: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently highlighted two critical issues… Continue reading Fair compensation for media companies from technology platforms
Challenges of Election System in India
Source: The post “Challenges of Election System in India” has been created, based on the article “Election Commission of India is one of the greatest gifts of the Constitution” published in “Indian Express” on 29th October 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – Polity and Governance Context: November 26, 1949, marks a monumental milestone in India’s… Continue reading Challenges of Election System in India
Schooling and Air Pollution
Source: The post Schooling and Air Pollution has been created, based on the article “Schooling in India in times of poor air quality” published in “The Hindu” on November 28, 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – Social Issues Context: Delhi’s Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) recently mandated schools to switch to online classes due to… Continue reading Schooling and Air Pollution
Bima Sugam
News: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) chairman recently reiterated that the IRDAI’s ambitious project, Bima Sugam, will transform the insurance sector. About Bima Sugam 1. It is an online insurance marketplace (similar to an e-commerce platform) for purchasing, selling, servicing insurance policies, and settling claims. 2. It will be a plug-and-play… Continue reading Bima Sugam
India’s Defence Strategy
Source: The post India’s Defence Strategy has been created, based on the article “C Raja Mohan writes: Dealing with the China question” published in “The Hindu” on November 28, 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations Context: India’s defence cooperation with like-minded Asian nations is gaining momentum, driven by the twin imperatives of countering… Continue reading India’s Defence Strategy
National Small Savings Fund (NSSF)
News: The Delhi government has submitted a proposal to the Union Finance Ministry to borrow Rs 10,000 crore from the National Small Savings Fund (NSSF). About National Small Savings Fund (NSSF) 1. NSSF is a fund that collects money from various small savings schemes. 2. It was established in 1999 within the Public Account of… Continue reading National Small Savings Fund (NSSF)
Alternative investment funds (AIFs)
News: According to SEBI’s latest data, Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) have raised over ₹5 trillion. Investment commitments have also surpassed ₹12 trillion for the first time. About Alternative investment funds (AIFs) 1. An AIF is a fund established or incorporated in India that serves as a privately pooled investment vehicle. These investment vehicles adhere to… Continue reading Alternative investment funds (AIFs)
SC rejects ballot paper plea
News: The Supreme Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that called for the reinstatement of ballot papers instead of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). About Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) 1. It is a device used to electronically record, and count votes cast in elections. 2. They were first used in the Paravur Assembly Constituency of… Continue reading SC rejects ballot paper plea
Launch of National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF)
Source: This post on Launch of National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) has been created based on the article “Launch of National Mission on Natural Farming” published in PIB on 26th November 2024. Why in news? The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister approved the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF). About National Mission on… Continue reading Launch of National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF)
