GS Paper – II: Important International Institutions, Government Policies & Interventions Why in News? Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently launched the ‘Bharatpol’ portal in New Delhi. This initiative is seen as a significant step in India’s fight against international crime. The portal aims to track criminals, particularly those fleeing to other states or countries […]
GS Paper – II: International Relations Why in News? Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigned from both his role as Prime Minister and leader of the Liberal Party. Trudeau will continue in office until a successor is selected, with elections looming on the horizon. Why Did Justin Trudeau Resigns? Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced
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Why in News? The 82nd Golden Globe Awards ceremony took place in Beverly Hills, California. The event aired live on January 5, 2025. This event was hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser. She became the first solo female host in Golden Globes history. 82nd Golden Globe Awards 2025: Key Highlights The awards were presented live on
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Why in News? The Government of India has drafted rules under the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, 2023. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology prepared the draft. According to the draft, social media accounts for minors will require parental consent. The government seeks public suggestions to finalize the rules. Introduction of Digital Personal
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Why in News? Dissenting opinions in the U.S. The Supreme Court often reflects the political ideologies of judges and Senate confirmations. In contrast, dissent in the Indian judiciary spans a broader spectrum. These differences highlight the diverse nature of judicial thought and the complex factors shaping legal rulings in each country. Introduction of Dissent in
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Why in News? ISRO launched the SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) mission on December 30, 2024. This mission will deploy two spacecraft into a 470 km orbit using PSLV-C60. On January 7, 2025, these spacecraft will dock at high speed. Introduction of Docking and Undocking in Space Technology Space docking and undocking are critical processes in modern
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Why in News? Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister of India, has died at the age of 92. He was renowned for his role in shaping India’s economic reforms. He served as Prime Minister and Finance Minister. Introduction: Dr. Manmohan Singh (A Legacy of Leadership) Manmohan Singh served as the 14th Prime Minister of India
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Why in News? Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the Ken-Betwa Link Project (KBLP) in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, on the occasion of the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. This landmark initiative aims to address the persistent drought and water scarcity issues in the Bundelkhand region by interlinking
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Why in News? The No Detention Policy has been abolished after an amendment to the Right to Education Act 2019. This change allows schools to fail students in grades 5 and 8 if they do not perform well. The policy now depends on individual states and union territories for implementation. Key Provisions of the New
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Why in News? The 55th GST Council meeting was held in Rajasthan. The GST meeting was chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The meeting increased GST rates on used vehicles, clarified tax rates on pre-packaged foods, and addressed compliance issues. Key points from 55th GST Council Meeting: GST Rate Reduction on Fortified Rice Kernels: GST
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