In the OROP case, CJI Chandrachud refuses to accept ‘sealed cover’: Why did he do so?

Source: The post is based on the article “In the OROP case, CJI Chandrachud refuses to accept ‘sealed cover’: Why did he do so?” published in Indian Express on 21st March 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is “sealed cover jurisprudence”?3 Under what circumstances does the court seek information in a sealed cover?4 How… Continue reading In the OROP case, CJI Chandrachud refuses to accept ‘sealed cover’: Why did he do so?

Schemes like OPS will only exacerbate the gap between richer and poorer states

Source: The post is based on the article “Schemes like OPS will only exacerbate the gap between richer and poorer states” published in “The Indian Express” on 21st March 2023.  Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian economy   Relevance: Issues related to fiscal federalism  News: Recently, there are demands in some states to implement OPS. Some states… Continue reading Schemes like OPS will only exacerbate the gap between richer and poorer states

Japan’s PM Fumio Kishida writes: Japan and India renewing a pledge

Source- The post is based on the article “Japan’s PM Fumio Kishida writes: Japan and India renewing a pledge” published in “The Indian Express” on 20th March 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral groupings and agreements Relevance– India and Japan bilateral relationship News– Japan PM is visiting India for the second time. What is the importance of… Continue reading Japan’s PM Fumio Kishida writes: Japan and India renewing a pledge

Whether in Maharashtra or Jharkhand, governors are unelected – they must stay away from politics

Source- The post is based on the article “Whether in Maharashtra or Jharkhand, governors are unelected – they must stay away from politics” published in “The Indian Express” on 20th March 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Structure, Organization and Functioning of the Executive Relevance– Office of governor News– In the ongoing disqualification proceedings against Maharashtra MLAs in… Continue reading Whether in Maharashtra or Jharkhand, governors are unelected – they must stay away from politics

Afghanistan most impacted by terrorism for fourth straight year, India ranks 13th: Global Terrorism Index

Source: The post is based on the article “Afghanistan most impacted by terrorism for fourth straight year, India ranks 13th: Global Terrorism Index” published in Indian Express on 19th March 2023 What is the News? The Global Terrorism Index (GTI) report 2022 has been released. What is the Global Terrorism Index(GTI)? Global Terrorism Index(GTI) is… Continue reading Afghanistan most impacted by terrorism for fourth straight year, India ranks 13th: Global Terrorism Index

Raccoon dogs linked to coronavirus pandemic: What are these animals?

Source: The post is based on the article “Raccoon dogs linked to coronavirus pandemic: What are these animals?” published in Indian Express on 20th March 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Racoon Dogs?3 Where are Racoon dogs found?4 How are Racoon dogs linked to coronavirus? What is the News? A report has suggested… Continue reading Raccoon dogs linked to coronavirus pandemic: What are these animals?

Rush to study abroad: What the numbers say on Indian students, their countries of preference

Source: The post is based on the article “Rush to study abroad: What the numbers say on Indian students, their countries of preference” published in Indian Express on 20th March 2023 What is the News? Some 700 Indian students are facing deportation from Canada after admission offer letters provided by an immigration agency were established… Continue reading Rush to study abroad: What the numbers say on Indian students, their countries of preference

A sweet export story: How India’s sugar shipments to the world are surging

Source: The post is based on the article “A sweet export story: How India’s sugar shipments to the world are surging” published in the Indian Express on 20th March 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints. Relevance: About India’s sugar shipments. News: India’s sugar shipments in 2016-17… Continue reading A sweet export story: How India’s sugar shipments to the world are surging

HC seeks report from Gujarat govt on mining leases granted within Wild Ass Sanctuary

Source: The post is based on the article “HC seeks report from Gujarat govt on mining leases granted within Wild Ass Sanctuary” published in the Indian Express on 16th March 2023. What is the News? Gujarat High Court recently sought a report from the state government on the licenses and permissions it has granted for mining activities… Continue reading HC seeks report from Gujarat govt on mining leases granted within Wild Ass Sanctuary

Our designation of national monuments must be freed from the ‘slave’ mindset

Source– The post is based on the article “Our designation of national monuments must be freed from the ‘slave’ mindset” published in “The Indian Express” on 18th March 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian culture Relevance–  Preservation and management of historical monuments News– Some historical monuments of great importance have not been given sufficient recognition by concerned… Continue reading Our designation of national monuments must be freed from the ‘slave’ mindset

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