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19May 2025

Severe Midwest Storms Kill Seven in Missouri

Severe Midwest Storms Kill Seven in Missouri Why in the News? A devastating storm system with possible tornadoes and hurricane-force winds struck Missouri and other Midwest states, killing at least seven people, causing widespread power outages, and leaving significant property damage and injuries in its wake.   Casualties and Widespread Damage: At least seven people …

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19May 2025

Trump-Aligned Republicans Push Sweeping New Tax Plan

Trump-Aligned Republicans Push Sweeping New Tax Plan Why in the News? Republicans in the US House have unveiled a massive new tax bill, closely aligned with Donald Trump’s economic vision, featuring $5 trillion in tax cuts, MAGA savings accounts, and changes to Medicaid and green energy policies. Key Features of the Tax Bill: The bill …

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19May 2025

India’s First Vistadome Jungle Safari Train Launched

India’s First Vistadome Jungle Safari Train Launched Why in the News? The Uttar Pradesh government has launched India’s first Vistadome jungle safari train, connecting Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary with the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, aiming to boost eco-tourism, promote biodiversity awareness, and generate local employment through a unique forest rail experience. Key Highlights of the Vistadome Jungle …

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19May 2025

NBCC Invites Bids to Operate Bharat Vandana Park

NBCC Invites Bids to Operate Bharat Vandana Park Why in the News? NBCC Limited has invited bids to hire an agency for operating Bharat Vandana Park in Dwarka Sector 20, which is 87% complete. The park is envisioned as a mini-India, showcasing replicas of monuments from across Indian states, and will serve as a hub …

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19May 2025

Free Entry to ASI Monuments on Museum Day

Free Entry to ASI Monuments on Museum Day Why in the News? To mark International Museum Day, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has allowed free public entry to all its monuments and museums across India on May 18, promoting greater public engagement with India’s cultural and historical heritage. Celebrating International Museum Day 2025: International …

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19May 2025

PM to Launch Gyan Bharatam Manuscripts Mission Soon

PM to Launch Gyan Bharatam Manuscripts Mission Soon Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the current Prime Minister of India, will launch the revamped National Manuscripts Mission (NMM) on June 9. Renamed Gyan Bharatam Mission, it aims to survey, document, and conserve over one crore manuscripts from libraries, museums, institutions, and private collections, …

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19May 2025

Presidential Reference and Governor’s Role in Legislation: Supreme Court of India to Weigh In

Presidential Reference and Governor’s Role in Legislation: Supreme Court of India to Weigh In Syllabus: GS-2: Judiciary, Indian Constitution, Constitutional Bodies, Role of Governor, Co-operative Federalism, Federalism, Centre-State Relations Focus: A recent Presidential Reference under Article 143 of the Indian Constitution seeks the Supreme Court of India’s advisory opinion on the powers of a Governor …

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17May 2025

Over 1.25 Lakh Grievances Resolved via CPGRAMS

Over 1.25 Lakh Grievances Resolved via CPGRAMS Why in the News ? The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) reported that over 1.25 lakh public grievances were addressed in April 2025 through CPGRAMS. The report ranks ministries based on performance and highlights states with the highest user registrations, notably Uttar Pradesh. Grievance Redressal …

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17May 2025

WHO Declares Polio Outbreak in Papua New Guinea

WHO Declares Polio Outbreak in Papua New Guinea Why in the News ? The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a polio outbreak in Papua New Guinea after detecting the virus in healthy children during routine screening. WHO has urged for urgent immunization efforts as the country’s vaccination rate remains critically low. Outbreak Detection and …

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17May 2025

Sacred Jharkhand Hill Sparks Jain-Santal Tenasions

Sacred Jharkhand Hill Sparks Jain-Santal Tensions Why in the News ? On May 3, the Jharkhand High Court directed enforcement of a meat and alcohol ban on Parasnath/Marang Buru hill, considered sacred by both Jain and Santal communities, reigniting a long-standing dispute over religious rights and customary practices. Historical and Legal Disputes: The dispute dates …

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