Vaikunta Ekadasi Festival at the Tirumala Temple Six persons were killed and more than 20 critically injured in a stampede at Tirupati as people jostled for tickets for the Vaikunta Ekadasi festival at the Tirumala temple (Andhra Pradesh). Vaikunta Ekadashi marks the opening of the sacred Vaikunta Dwara, a special gate beside the temple. It …
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Context: In 2023, alarming reports emerged highlighting significant issues with the Public Distribution System (PDS) in states like Jharkhand, Odisha, and Bihar. What are the Key Issues? Removal of Households from PDS Rolls Reports from Jharkhand and Odisha highlight that many households have been excluded from PDS rolls. Bihar faces a similar crisis, particularly during …
Context: The brutal murder of an independent young journalist, Mukesh Chandrakar, in Chhattisgarh, has once again highlighted the threats to life and the precarious nature of journalism at the district and mofussil levels. Importance of Journalists Voice for the Voiceless: Journalists bring to light “unseen and unheard” stories from marginalized and local communities. They raise …
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Context China is strategically increasing its influence in Africa by shaping its political landscape through investments in education, diplomacy, and governance models. The establishment of the Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Leadership School in Tanzania in 2022 is a key part of this broader strategy to embed Chinese governance principles and build long-term alliances with African leaders. …
Context: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has revised the gold import figures for November, reducing them by $5 billion from $14.8 billion to $9.9 billion. Overview of Gold Import Data Revision Initial Data: Gold imports for November 2024 were reported at $14.8 billion, leading to a record trade deficit of $38 billion. Revised Data: …
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Context: The first advance estimates of India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the fiscal year 2024-25, released by the National Statistics Office (NSO). What was the Finding? A decline in the real GDP growth rate to 6.4%, down from 8.2% in 2023-24. This figure is below the 6.5% to 7% range projected in the Economic …
The Ayodhya Ram Mandir stands as a monumental testament to the devotion and religious fervor of millions of Hindus worldwide. As the first anniversary of its Pran Pratishtha ceremony approaches, Know all about the Temple Architecture of Ayodhya Ram Mandir in this article. Pran Pratishtha Ceremony The Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Mandir took …
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Context: The Supreme Court criticized the Union government for its delay in implementing the Dam Safety Act, 2021. Key Concerns Raised by the Supreme Court Delay in Implementation: The Act mandates the National Committee on Dam Safety creation within 60 days of its commencement. The committee, which must be reconstituted every three years, has not …
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India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) is a unique initiative by the Government of India to promote financial inclusion through digital banking services. Established under the Department of Posts, IPPB leverages the extensive network of post offices nationwide to provide accessible, affordable, and reliable banking services to every Indian citizen, especially in rural and remote areas. …
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