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India First Satellite-Tagged Ganges Soft-Shell Turtle

India First Satellite-Tagged Ganges Soft-Shell Turtle General Studies Paper III: Environment & Conservation Why in News? Recently, the government released India’s first satellite-tagged Ganges soft-shell turtle in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam. About Ganges Soft-Shell Turtle Classification: It belongs to the family Trionychidae, a distinct group of reptiles recognized globally for their […]

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MP HC Declares Bhojshala Complex A Temple

MP HC Declares Bhojshala Complex A Temple General Studies Paper I: Indian Heritage Sites, Indian Architecture Why in News? Recently, the Madhya Pradesh High Court declared the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex in Dhar a temple dedicated to Goddess Vagdevi, relying on scientific survey data. What is Bhojshala Temple-Kamal Maula Mosque Complex? Location: The Bhojshala Temple–Kamal

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RBI Expected To Pay Record Dividend

RBI Expected To Pay Record Dividend General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Mobilization of Resources Why in News? The Reserve Bank of India is expected to transfer a record dividend exceeding last year’s ₹2.69 lakh crore payout, strengthening India’s fiscal position through higher surplus reserves. RBI’s Dividend Transfer Mechanism About: The RBI Dividend

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India Raises Petrol-Diesel Prices

India Raises Petrol-Diesel Prices General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Mobilization of Resources Why in News? Recently, India increased petrol and diesel prices by nearly ₹3 per litre after four years, driven by surging global crude oil prices. Reasons Behind India’s Petrol-Diesel Price Hike Global Crude Shock: The escalation of the US-Israel-Iran conflict

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Justice Sharma To Initiate Contempt Action Over Defamatory Content

Justice Sharma To Initiate Contempt Action Over Defamatory Content General Studies Paper II: Judiciary, Indian Constitution Why in News? Recently, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma announced contempt proceedings over allegedly “defamatory” and “vilifying” online content linked to the Delhi excise policy case. Understand Justice Sharma’s Contempt Action Over Defamatory Content Announcement: Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma of

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Arunachal Approves Stricter Inner Line Permit Rules

Arunachal Approves Stricter Inner Line Permit Rules General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions Centre-State Relations Why in News? Recently, the Arunachal Pradesh Cabinet approved stricter Inner Line Permit (ILP) rules to curb illegal immigration and forgery.  What is Inner Line Permit (ILP) System? About: The Inner Line Permit (ILP) is an official travel

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Kevin Warsh to Become Next US Federal Reserve Chair

Kevin Warsh to Become Next US Federal Reserve Chair General Studies Paper II: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Why in News? Recently, the US Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, succeeding Jerome Powell amid rising inflation. Who is Kevin Warsh? Early Life: Kevin Warsh

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India Bans Sugar Exports

India Bans Sugar Exports General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Food Security Why in News? Recently, the Indian government banned sugar exports until September 2026 to control rising domestic prices and protect local supplies. Highlights of Indian Ban on Sugar Exports Decision Immediate Ban: The Government of India imposed an immediate prohibition on

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Karnataka Revokes Hijab Ban Order

Karnataka Revokes Hijab Ban Order General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Fundamental Rights Why in News? Recently, the Karnataka government officially revoked the controversial 2022 hijab ban in educational institutions, allowing limited religious symbols with uniforms. Karnataka Hijab Ban Order and Challenges  Provision: On February 5, 2022, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Karnataka

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Government Raises Gold-Silver Import Duty

Government Raises Gold-Silver Import Duty General Studies Paper II: Government Policies & Interventions, Capital Markets Why in News? Recently, the Indian government raised gold and silver import duty from 6% to 15% to reduce soaring imports and control widening trade deficit pressures amid global economic uncertainty. The revised rate includes 10% Basic Customs Duty (BCD)

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