January 2025 -

Digital Tree Aadhaar Conservation Initiative

January 28, 2025

The Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department, in collaboration with the J&K Forest Research Institute, has launched an innovative and tech-driven conservation initiative to protect the iconic Chinar trees of Kashmir, through a GIS-based, QR-enabled system. This project represents a unique approach to environmental conservation, allowing for the detailed tracking and monitoring of each Chinar tree …

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Budget Halwa Ceremony, Cultural and Administrative Relevance

January 27, 2025

Context The Union Finance Minister recently participated in the Halwa Ceremony, signifying the final phase of preparations for the Union Budget 2025-26. What is the Budget Halwa Ceremony? The Halwa Ceremony is an annual tradition that marks the culmination of the Budget preparation process. The event involves preparing and serving halwa, a traditional Indian dessert, …

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Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP)

January 27, 2025

Context Seven nations, including Angola, Bangladesh, Gabon, Guatemala, Kenya, Senegal, and Tanzania, have joined the Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP), strengthening global efforts to tackle plastic pollution. About Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP) Overview Launch: Established in 2018 during the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Sustainable Development Impact Summit. Purpose: To combat plastic pollution by promoting …

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India Joins Eurodrone Programme

January 27, 2025

Context: India has officially joined the MALE RPAS (Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance Remotely Piloted Aircraft System) programme, also known as Eurodrone programme, as an Observer State. About Eurodrone It is a joint European initiative to meet future Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS) requirements. It is part of Europe’s collective defence strategy, reducing reliance on US and Israeli platforms …

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India-Indonesia Relations, Partnership Areas and Challenges

January 27, 2025

Context: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in India ahead of New Delhi’s 76th Republic Day celebrations, where he will serve as the chief guest. India-Indonesia Ties Historical Context Deep-rooted Connections: India and Indonesia share commonalities in history, religion (Hinduism and Buddhism) and cultural exchange. Foundation of Diplomatic Relations: Formal diplomatic ties were established in 1950, …

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James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), Objectives and Significance

January 27, 2025

Context: An international team of researchers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and the Chandra X-ray Observatory has discovered an unusual supermassive black hole, designated LID-568, which challenges existing theories of black hole formation and growth. About Supermassive Black Holes They are the largest type of black hole, found at the center of most …

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New Norms for Tax Avoidance Treaties

January 27, 2025

Context: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has issued new guidelines regarding the Principal Purpose Test (PPT) under Double Tax Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs). About the New Norms for Tax Avoidance Treaties Applicability of PPT: The Principal Purpose Test (PPT) provisions will apply prospectively (i.e., for future transactions). Treaty-specific grandfathering provisions under the DTAAs are …

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RPSC Previous Year Question Paper, Download Prelims and Mains PDF

January 27, 2025

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission conducts the RPSC RAS Recruitment annually to recruit candidates for various state administrative positions, such as Rajasthan Administrative Services, Taxation Service, Police Services, Accounts Services, and other subordinate roles. Candidates preparing for the RAS Exam should have a command of the Previous Year’s Questions, which helps them to pass the …

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National Health Mission (NHM), Objectives and Key Achievements

January 27, 2025

Context: Recently, an assessment report of the National Health Mission from 2021-2024, was presented to the Union Cabinet. About National Health Mission (NHM) It was launched in 2005 as the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM). It was expanded in 2012 with the addition of the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) under the unified NHM umbrella. …

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NavIC Navigation System, Features and Applications

January 27, 2025

Context: The GSLV-F15 NVS-02 mission marks ISRO’s 100th launch from Sriharikota, deploying a 2nd-generation NavIC Satellite equipped with advanced atomic clocks and L1 frequency for enhanced regional navigation. What are Navigational Systems? Navigational Systems are satellite constellations that broadcast positioning, navigation and timing data over a region or completely across the globe. The majority of …

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