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The Universal Group of Institutions continues to set new benchmarks in academic and extracurricular excellence! On March 22, 2025, students from Universal made an unforgettable impact at Blaze 2K25, an annual cultural fest hosted by T. John Autonomous College. The highlight of the event? The Inter-College Singing Competition, where some of Bengaluru’s most talented student …
Read MoreWhy in News ? The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024 has been passed in Parliament to enhance the efficiency of disaster response mechanisms. It empowers NDMA, SDMAs, and local bodies, introduces AI-based monitoring, and promotes proactive risk reduction in disaster management. Government’s Perspective Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized that disasters have evolved in scale …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Parliament has passed the Boilers Bill 2024, replacing the Boilers Act 1923, to improve boiler safety regulations, ensure uniform registration and inspection, and facilitate ease of doing business. The Bill retains strict penalties for serious offences while introducing decriminalization for minor violations. Key Provisions of the Boilers Bill 2024: Repeals …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Lok Sabha has passed the Finance Bill 2025, introducing zero income tax for income up to ₹12 lakh under the new tax regime. The Bill also focuses on tariff rationalization, boosting domestic manufacturing, and supporting startups with extended benefits. Key Provisions of the Finance Bill 2025: Tax Benefits: Under …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Kerala Legislative Assembly passed the Kerala State Private Universities Bill, 2025, allowing private universities in the state for the first time. This marks a policy shift, balancing public and private investment to retain students and enhance higher education. Policy Change and Background: The Kerala Legislative Assembly passed the Kerala …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? NPCI BHIM Services Ltd. (NBSL) launched BHIM 3.0 with enhanced features, including bill splitting, family expense tracking, and assigned payments. The rollout will be phased, with full availability expected by April 2025, improving digital payment convenience and security. New Features and Enhancements: NPCI BHIM Services Ltd. (NBSL), a subsidiary of …
Read MoreWhy in News ? The Supreme Court is examining whether constitutional courts can mandate a time limit for Speakers to decide disqualification petitions under the anti-defection law. The case arises from delays in ruling on BRS MLAs’ defection to Congress in Telangana. About the Supreme Court’s Question on Timely Decisions: The Supreme Court questioned whether …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & InterventionsInternational Treaties & Agreements GS-3: Renewable Energy Focus: The Indian government’s Mission LiFE initiative has introduced Water Green Credits, modeled after carbon credits, to promote water conservation, rainwater harvesting, and efficient usage. This market-driven mechanism aims to address India’s alarming groundwater depletion by incentivizing industries, farmers, and individuals to optimize …
Read MoreWhy in News ? The Indian Navy announced AI-KEYME and IOS Sagar, two major maritime initiatives with African nations to counter piracy, enhance regional security, and strengthen India’s strategic ties. These exercises align with India’s MAHASAGAR initiative, reinforcing its role in the Indian Ocean Region. India’s Strategic Maritime Engagement with Africa: The Indian Navy has …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? A recent study by Sustainable Futures Collaborative (SFC) and leading global universities highlights that India’s Heat Action Plans (HAPs) lack long-term strategies. Despite covering 23 states, gaps in implementation, coordination, and funding hinder effective heat resilience measures, raising concerns amid rising heat-related fatalities. Key Findings of the Study: The study …
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