Union Government Releases ₹1.73 lakh Crore to States for Tax Devolution The Centre released tax devolution of ₹1.73 lakh crore to the state governments to accelerate capital expenditure and finance welfare activities.
Implications of China’s Mega-Dam Project China has approved the construction of the world’s largest hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpo (or Zangbo) river in Tibet.
Same Sex Marriage: SC Rejects Review of Judgment Recently, a five-judge Bench of the Supreme Court rejected petitions seeking a review of a judgment which refused to legalise same-sex marriage in India.
Right to Food and the Struggle with the PDS The Right to Food in India faces challenges due to inefficiencies in the Public Distribution System (PDS), hindering equitable access to essential food grains.
Wildfires in California The US declared an emergency in Los Angeles as the wildfire spread to nearly 3000 acres.
Growth in Organic Farming Sector of India The Union Commerce and Industry Minister announced that India’s organic exports are projected to touch Rs 20,000 crore in the next three years.
Pesticide Poisoning and Regulations A new study has revealed that over 70 per cent of wild bee species, crucial for pollinating food crops, face alarming risks from pesticide residues in soil.
News In Short 11-1-2025 The Rashtrapati Bhavan’s revamped “At Home” reception for the 75th Indian Republic Day showcases India’s rich cultural heritage by including a curated box of Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged handcrafted items from five southern states.