Current affairs

Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats Initiative

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj has launched the 'Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayat' (MWFGP) initiative recently. About the Initiative It is a gender-inclusive governance initiative designed to enhance women’s participation, safety, and leadership at the grassroots level. Details Initiative Name Model...

Cities Coalition for Circularity (C-3) Initiative

Context: India has launched the C-3 initiative at the 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Asia and the Pacific that was held in Jaipur. About Cities Coalition for Circularity (C-3) It is a multi-national alliance focused on City-to-city...

Oscars 2025 Winners List Announced and its Highlights

The 97th Academy Awards (Oscars 2025) took place in Los Angeles, celebrating the best in cinema. This year’s ceremony saw "Anora" dominate the awards, while films like Conclave, The Brutalist, Wicked, and Emilia Pérez also secured significant wins. Here’s a...

Geological Survey of India, History and Establishment

The Geological Survey of India (GSI) is set to celebrate its 175th Foundation Day on March 4, 2025, marking nearly two centuries of pioneering contributions to the field of geology, mineral exploration, and scientific research in India. About Geological Survey...

Zero Discrimination Day 2025, Theme, Significance, and Quotes

Zero Discrimination Day is observed annually on March 1 to promote equality, inclusivity, and the eradication of discrimination in all forms. Spearheaded by UNAIDS (United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS), this day serves as a powerful reminder that every individual deserves...

Systematic Regulation Of Personal Relationships

Context: Uttarakhand became the first Indian State to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), placing private relationships under state surveillance. Facts A survey (2014) of over 70,000 respondents found that fewer than 10% of urban Indians had a family member...

Why has UGC-CARE List of Journals been Discontinued?

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has officially discontinued the UGC-CARE (Consortium for Academic and Research Ethics) list, marking a significant change in the way academic journals are selected and recognized in India. This decision is part of UGC’s broader strategy...

Transformation of Koraput’s Tribal Food Basket

Introduction Koraput, a district in Odisha, is a biodiversity-rich region with a predominantly tribal population. Despite several government schemes, the district suffered from high levels of undernutrition and poverty. According to NFHS-5 (2019-21) data 43% of children under five years...

New Bat Coronavirus HKU5-CoV-2: Symptoms, Spread, and Risks

The discovery of a New Bat Coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, has sparked global concern due to its similarities with SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic. Identified by scientists at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, HKU5-CoV-2 has been found to bind...

Manipur Crisis Reasons and Clashes between Meiteis and Kukis

Context: Article 356 of the Constitution was invoked in Manipur and the State came under the President’s Rule. Causes of the Manipur Crisis Political Instability in Myanmar February 2021 coup: Myanmar’s military (Tatmadaw) overthrew the civilian government, leading to mass...