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Why in the News ? The Lok Sabha has passed the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024, to regulate trade vessels in Indian coastal waters. The Bill aims to promote domestic fleet ownership, enhance national security, and boost India’s maritime economy through indigenous participation and global best practices. Key Highlights of the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024: The …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? U.S. President Donald Trump announced sweeping reciprocal tariffs on global trade partners, including a 27% duty on Indian exports. Despite ongoing trade talks, India was not spared, prompting muted official responses while global markets reacted with sharp declines and concern. About Trump’s Tariffs and Impact on India: S. President Donald …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? In a historic move, all 33 Supreme Court judges unanimously decided to disclose their asset details on the court website, following controversy over cash found at a High Court judge’s residence, aiming to boost judicial transparency and public trust. Background and Trigger: On April 1, 2025, a Full Court meeting …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Indian Air Force officer Shubhanshu Shukla will pilot Axiom-4, a private mission to the International Space Station in May 2025. He will be the first Indian in space in 40 years and the first to visit the ISS. India’s Giant Leap in Space Exploration: Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Kannadippaya, a traditional tribal handicraft from Kerala, received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, becoming the state’s first tribal product to do so. This recognition is expected to boost global visibility, preserve heritage, and improve artisan livelihoods. Kannadippaya Receives GI Tag Recognition: Kannadippaya, a traditional tribal handicraft from Kerala, has been …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Health , Government Policies & Interventions Focus: The World Health Organization (WHO) recently released a report highlighting the transformative role of compassion in primary healthcare. It emphasized empathy, dignity, and responsiveness as essential components for improving quality of care. Indian case studies from Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu illustrate how compassion enhances healthcare …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 3- Trade and Development , Economic activities , Tariff policy , International relations Focus : This article examines India’s tariff policy in the context of recent U.S. reciprocal tariff measures. It explores the economic rationale for reducing tariffs, analyzes the impact of U.S. actions on Indian exports, discusses the role of non-tariff …
Read MoreWhy in News ? Chhatrapati Shivaji’s progressive and inclusive rule, contrasting with Aurangzeb’s oppressive policies, continues to inspire modern India. His legacy of justice, religious tolerance, and self-rule remains relevant, drawing admiration from leaders and revolutionaries throughout history. Religious Tolerance and Progressive Leadership: Respect for All Religions: Chhatrapati Shivaji was a devout Hindu who respected …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Chandrayaan-3’s ChaSTE instrument successfully penetrated lunar soil, making history as the first mission to deploy a thermal probe on a celestial body. This accomplishment comes after previous missions MUPUS and HP3 faced challenges during similar attempts on a comet and Mars. About ChaSTE and Chandrayaan-3’s Achievement: ChaSTE (Chandra’s Surface Thermophysical …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Supreme Court criticized the Telangana Speaker’s indecision on disqualification petitions against 10 defecting MLAs, emphasizing the need for timely decisions under the Tenth Schedule. The court questioned whether Speakers can delay such cases indefinitely. About the Supreme Court’s Stand on Speaker’s Indecision: The Supreme Court asserted it is not …
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