Tag: GS 2
Vibrant Village Programme & Securing Himalayan Borders
In Context The recently launched Vibrant Village Programme is hailed as a right step towards securing Himalayan borders. About the Vibrant Village Programme (VVP) About: The Vibrant Village Programme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme recently approved by the Cabinet for the Financial Years 2022-23 to 2025-26. The scheme will provide funds for the development of […]
MoU for Lakhpati Didis
In News The Ministry of Rural Development signed an Memorandum of Understanding ( MoU) with the Ministry of Ayush to collaborate in developing skilled personnel. About the MoU Lakhpati Didis are the Women with annual earnings of Rs. 1 lakh and more from the Self Help Groups (SHGs). Self Help Groups (SHGs) are small groups […]
ICC Arrest warrant against Putin
In News Recently, the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for war crimes for President Vladimir Putin and a second Russian official. More about the news The warrant is issued for the alleged war crime of unlawfully deporting and transferring children from occupied areas of Ukraine to the Russian Federation. ICC’s warrant: The court […]
Governor’s role in Floor Test
In News Recently, Supreme Court hearing cases filed in the wake of the Shiv Sena political crisis asked whether the Governor can call for a floor test in case of internal dissatisfaction within a party. About The position of governor from the time of independence has been under spotlight for issues like criteria of selection, […]
Missing Antiquities in India
In News It was recently found that the catalogue of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, includes at least 77 items with links to someone who is serving a 10-year jail term in Tamil Nadu for smuggling antiquities. Data on missing antiquities Reported missing: Since Independence, only 486 antiquities have been reported as […]
China, India and the promise of the power of two
Context China and India have far more common interests than differences. China and India coming together Representatives of developing countries: As two neighbouring and ancient civilisations, with a combined population of 2.8 billion, China and India are representatives of developing countries and emerging economies. Crucial period of modernisation for both: India and China are both […]
PM MITRA scheme
In News The Ministry of Textiles will shortly name the States identified for implementation of Prime Minister MITRA (Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel) scheme. About States are identified through the challenge route and the PM MITRA parks will provide the best ecosystem for the textile industry to be collectively present in one location, with […]
Apartheid
In News Recently, South Africa celebrated the occasion of the ending of the apartheid system. About Apartheid Translates to “separateness” or “the state of being apart” in Afrikaans. It officially began in 1948, instituting segregation as law and a “fundamental truth” of South Africa. citizens were classified into one of four racial groups – black, […]
Pennaiyar River Dispute
In News Pennaiyar river tribunal deadline of three months fixed by the Supreme Court has expired. Background In 2018, Tamil Nadu filed an original suit against Karnataka for constructing check dams and diversion structures on the Pennaiyar river. On November 30, 2019, Tamil Nadu formally requested the Union government to constitute a Tribunal for adjudication […]
Editorial Analysis
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- Realising Full Potential of Digital Public Infrastructure
- Integrated and Sustainable Multimodal Transport Systems in Indian Cities
- India’s SDG Focus & Its Human Development Issues
- India-Canada Diplomatic Fallout