Monuments of National Importance

Source: The post is based on the article “Monuments of National Importance” published in “PIB” on 21st December 2023 Why in the News? There are 3697 ancient monuments and archaeological sites and remains declared as Monuments of National Importance in India. What are Monuments of National Importance? 1) Monuments of National Importance (MNI) are declared… Continue reading Monuments of National Importance

Bengaluru airport wins award at UNESCO’s 2023 Prix Versailles

Source: The post is based on the article “Bengaluru airport wins award at UNESCO’s 2023 Prix Versailles” published in “The Hindu” on 22nd December 2023 Why in the News? Terminal 2 (T2) of Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru has been awarded the Special Prize for an Interior at the UNESCO’s 2023 Prix Versailles Awards.… Continue reading Bengaluru airport wins award at UNESCO’s 2023 Prix Versailles

Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill passed by Lok Sabha

Source: The post is based on the article “Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill passed by Lok Sabha” published in “PIB” on 22nd December 2023 Why in the News? The Lok Sabha has passed the Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023. Rajya Sabha had already passed this bill in the previous session. What is… Continue reading Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill passed by Lok Sabha

RAMP Programme: Union Minister launches three sub-schemes under it

Source: The post is based on the article “Union Minister launches three sub-schemes under the RAMP programme” published in “PIB” on 20th December 2023 Why in the News? Union Minister for MSME has launched three sub-schemes under the aegis of the RAMP programme. What are the three sub schemes launched under RAMP Programme? 1) MSME… Continue reading RAMP Programme: Union Minister launches three sub-schemes under it

Lok Sabha passes Bills to replace British-era criminal laws

Source: The post is based on the article “Lok Sabha passes Bills to replace British-era criminal laws” published in “The Hindu” on 21sxt December 2023 Why in the News? Lok Sabha has passed 3 bills to replace British-era criminal laws. These includes Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Bill (BNS), Bharatiya Sakshya Bill (BS) and the Bharatiya Nagarik… Continue reading Lok Sabha passes Bills to replace British-era criminal laws

Elimination of child labour distant goal, need uniform definition of ‘child’ first: House panel

Source– This post is based on the article “Elimination of child labour a distant goal, country needs uniform definition of ‘child’ first: Parliamentary panel” published in “The Indian Express” on 20th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently, the 52nd report of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Labour was tabled in the parliament. It highlighted… Continue reading Elimination of child labour distant goal, need uniform definition of ‘child’ first: House panel

Bihar to develop Sita’s birthplace

Source: The post is based on the article “Bihar to develop Sita’s birthplace: An expert explains the history and mythology of Mithila” published in “Indian Express” on 20th December 2023 Why in the News? The Bihar Chief Minister has launched a Rs 72-crore development plan for Goddess Sita’s birthplace at Punaura Dham in Sitamarhi, Bihar. … Continue reading Bihar to develop Sita’s birthplace

SVEEP Programme: Electoral literacy in classrooms

Source: The post is based on the article “SVEEP Programme: Electoral literacy in classrooms” published in “PIB” on 20th December 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Education and the Election Commission of India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to incorporate electoral literacy formally into the school and college education system. What… Continue reading SVEEP Programme: Electoral literacy in classrooms

People with blood disorders not eligible for reservation in jobs

Source– This post is based on the article “People with blood disorders not eligible for reservation in jobs, says Centre” published in “The Hindu” on 19th December 2023. Why in the News? According to Ministry of Social Justice, people with blood disorders like thalassemia, haemophilia, and sickle cell disease are not eligible for job reservations… Continue reading People with blood disorders not eligible for reservation in jobs

Himalayas Cool Amid Global Climate Crisis, Stumping Scientists

Source– This post is based on the article “Scientists stunned as Himalayas get cooler despite global climate crisis” published in “Wion” on 13th December 2023. Why in the News? According to a study published in the journal Nature Geoscience, a surprising Himalayan phenomenon was highlighted that could slow down the impact of the global climate… Continue reading Himalayas Cool Amid Global Climate Crisis, Stumping Scientists

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