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Global Sea Ice Cover Hits Record Low

Context: The extent of global sea ice has hit a new record low, with the combined Arctic and Antarctic sea...

DBIM and First CIO Conference 2025

Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has taken a major step in India’s digital governance by launching...

NQAS and Virtual Certification

Context: The Health and Family Welfare Ministry has instructed all states and Union Territories to uphold the credibility of virtual...

World Day of Social Justice 

Introduction: World Day of Social Justice (February 20) emphasises the global need for equality, human rights, and inclusive development. Recognised...

The Digital Energy Grid (DEG)

Context: A recent paper by the International Energy Agency (IEA) and the Foundation for Interoperability in Digital Economy (FIDE) suggests...

India’s MSME Export Push

Context: The Department of Commerce is considering seeking additional funds to bolster schemes supporting micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME)...

TRAI’s New Regulations to Curb Pesky Calls and SMSes

Context: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has introduced key changes to its regulations to combat spam calls and...

The Age of Saturn’s Rings

Context: Saturn’s magnificent rings have long captivated astronomers and stargazers alike. However, a new study suggests that these iconic rings...

Water Quality Concerns in Prayagraj

Context: A recent Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) report has revealed that the water quality in Prayagraj during the ongoing...

HCE Survey 2023-24

Context: Data from the Household Consumption Expenditure (HCE) Survey 2023-24 reveals a significant gap in food spending across major Indian...

Earthquake Preparedness

Context: The devastating earthquake (7.8 magnitude) in Türkiye and Syria on February 6, 2023, which claimed over 17,000 lives, served...

Rising India’s Merchandise Trade Deficit 

Context: India’s merchandise trade deficit widened to a two-month high of $22.99 billion in January, driven by an increase in...

Bright Wheat Output Prospects 

Context: Despite temperatures remaining above the normal range in key wheat-growing regions, the outlook for India’s rabi wheat crop remains...

India’s Declining School Enrolment

Context: As the world’s most populous nation, India has long anticipated the benefits of its demographic dividend, driven by a...

India and Qatar Strategic Partnership 

Context: In a significant diplomatic move, India and Qatar signed an agreement upgrading their bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership. ...

India’s First Biannual Transparency Report (BTR) Submission

Context: India is in the final stages of submitting its first Biannual Transparency Report (BTR) to the United Nations Framework...

Doctrine of ‘Rarest of Rare’ in Capital Punishment

Context: Recently, two separate murder convictions resulted in sharply contrasting verdicts, highlighting how the Indian courts apply the death penalty....

The Politics of Digital Censorship in India: A Study of the Ranveer Allahbadia Controversy

The Politics of Digital Censorship in India: A Study of the Ranveer Allahbadia Controversy

Introduction The recent controversy surrounding YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia’s remarks on the comedy show India’s Got Latent has reignited debates over...

Dark Enlightenment and Accelerationism: The Technocratic Threat

Introduction In an age dominated by rapid technological advancements and shifting political landscapes, a new ideological paradigm has emerged, challenging...

Economic Integration Between India and Sri Lanka: A Strategic Necessity for Growth and Stability

Economic Integration Between India and Sri Lanka: A Strategic Necessity for Growth and Stability

Introduction The economic integration of India and Sri Lanka is critical for both nations, offering trade expansion, foreign investment, and...

Haryana Aravali Safari Park Project

Context: The Aravali Safari Park Project is an ambitious initiative by the Haryana government to develop what is envisioned to...

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