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Press Sewa Portal Launched to Ease Newspaper Registration Why in the News ? The Press Registrar General of India (PRGI) launched the Press Sewa Portal as a single-window solution to simplify and speed up the registration of newspapers and periodicals. The initiative aims to boost transparency, ensure ease of doing business, and assist publishers. Key …
Read MoreSC Seeks Insurance Scheme for Injured Cadets Why in the News ? The Supreme Court directed the Union government to frame an insurance and medical support scheme for cadets discharged from military academies due to disabilities. The court stressed that aspirants must not be left “high and dry” after rigorous training-related injuries. Supreme Court’s Directions …
Read MoreILO Flags Pakistan’s Gender Pay Gap as Worst Why in the News ? The International Labour Organisation (ILO) in its Global Wage Report ranked Pakistan among the worst in South Asia for gender pay disparity. Women earn 34% less than men, reflecting deep socio-economic, cultural, and institutional barriers with no signs of improvement. Key Findings …
Read MoreGovt Plans Equivalence in OBC Creamy Layer Norms Why in the News ? The Government is working on a proposal to ensure uniformity in creamy layer criteria for OBCs across central/state jobs, PSUs, and universities. This aims to remove anomalies and correct inequities in quota benefits, after consultations with NITI Aayog and NCBC. Current Proposal …
Read MoreGST 2.0: Reforming India’s Tax Regime for Competitiveness Syllabus: GS Paper – 3 Growth & DevelopmentConstitutional Bodies Why in the News ? On India’s 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced GST 2.0, a next-generation reform focused on rate rationalization, simplification, compliance ease, and transparency. This aims to strengthen economic growth, reduce distortions, support …
Read MoreGrassland Invaders Threaten Assam’s Dibru-Saikhowa National Park Why in News ? A new scientific study has revealed that both native and invasive plant species are altering the riverine ecosystem of Dibru-Saikhowa National Park (DSNP) in Assam, threatening its unique grasslands, biodiversity, and feral horses, while intensifying habitat loss and ecological imbalance. Study Findings and Key …
Read MoreJan Vishwas Bill 2025 Seeks Offence Decriminalisation Why in News ? The Jan Vishwas (Amendment) Bill, 2025, will be introduced in the Lok Sabha by Union Minister Piyush Goyal. It aims to decriminalise minor offences, amend over 350 provisions, and promote ease of living and business through trust-based governance. Key Highlights of the Bill Introduced …
Read MoreRussia Targets 2036 for Venera-D Venus Mission Launch Why in News ? Russia has announced plans to launch the Venera-D mission to Venus between 2034 and 2036. The mission will involve a lander, balloon probe, and orbital spacecraft, with preliminary design work beginning in January 2026 under its national space programme. Mission Plans and Development: …
Read MoreHurricane Erin Downgraded but Threatens Caribbean Islands Why in the News ? Hurricane Erin, the first Atlantic hurricane of 2025, rapidly intensified into a Category-5 storm before being downgraded to Category-4 by the US National Hurricane Center (NHC). It now threatens the Caribbean islands with strong winds and heavy rainfall. Current Situation and Impact Hurricane …
Read MoreUttarakhand Clears Bill for Minority Educational Institutions Why in News ? The Uttarakhand Cabinet has approved the Minority Educational Institutions Bill, 2025, set to be introduced in the Assembly session beginning August 19. The Bill extends benefits to Sikh, Jain, Christian, Buddhist, and Parsi institutions, beyond those granted earlier to Muslim institutions. Key Features of …
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