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PM to Attend AI Action Summit in France
PM to Attend AI Action Summit in France Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit in Paris on February 10-11, 2025. The summit will be hosted by French President Emmanual Macron at the...
Published On January 13th, 2025 -
Legal Guarantee to Minimum Support Price (MSP)
Context: Recently demand for a legal guarantee to minimum support price (MSP) was raised by the agitating farmers in Punjab. What is the Minimum Support Price? The Minimum Support Price (MSP) is the price at which the government commits to...
Published On January 13th, 2025 -
Z Morh Tunnel in Jammu and Kashmir Inaugurated by PM Modi
The Z-Morh Tunnel, a significant infrastructure project in Jammu and Kashmir, is poised to revolutionize connectivity in the region. This 6.5 km long tunnel, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in January 2025, is part of a larger effort to...
Published On January 13th, 2025 -
Chief Election Commissioner And Other Election Commissioner Bill, 2023
Context: The Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Service and Term of Office) Act, 2023 introduced a significant change in the selection process for the CEC and Election Commissioners (ECs). About Appointment of Chief Election Commissioner...
Published On January 13th, 2025 -
Why the Lateral Entry Scheme Failed: Key Challenges and Reasons
The Government of India's lateral entry scheme, aimed at recruiting private sector specialists into senior and mid-level bureaucratic positions, is undergoing a significant overhaul and is unlikely to be reintroduced soon. Since its inception in 2018, the scheme has facilitated...
Published On January 13th, 2025 -
Harvest Festivals in India, List of Festivals and Significance
India, known for its diverse cultural heritage, celebrates numerous harvest festivals that reflect the country's agricultural practices and regional traditions. These festivals mark the harvesting season, expressing gratitude towards nature and the hard work of farmers. Below is a comprehensive...
Published On January 13th, 2025 -
National Youth Day 2025 Celebrated Swami Vivekananda’s Birth Anniversary
National Youth Day in India is celebrated annually on January 12 to honour the teachings and ideals of Swami Vivekananda, the chief disciple of the 19th-century mystic Ramakrishna Paramhansa. Born on January 12, 1863, in Kolkata, Swami Vivekananda is renowned...
Last updated on January 13th, 2025 02:01 pm -
Is India Open to the Idea of Dual Citizenship?
Context: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has acknowledged challenges in providing dual citizenship but noted ongoing discussions about the issue. The government has considered expanding OCI benefits as a way to strengthen ties with the Indian diaspora without granting full...
Published On January 11th, 2025 -
The Right Food And Struggle With PDS
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...
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Imperilled Life of the District Journalist in India
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:...
Published On January 11th, 2025