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India’s GST revenues surged by 15.1% in November, reaching nearly ₹1.68 lakh crore, marking the fastest growth in the fiscal year 2023-24. This growth surpasses the 10-month high of 13.4% recorded in October, reflecting a positive trend in tax collections. Source: The Hindu India’s GDP Growth Overview The latest provisional GDP estimates for the quarter …
Read MoreChief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud warns about the detrimental impact of disinformation on democratic discourse. Fake news, widespread in the digital age, has the potential to drown out true information, altering the character of discourse. Disinformation Disinformation refers to the deliberate spread of false or misleading information with the intent to deceive or manipulate. …
Read MoreTamil Nadu government criticizes Governor R.N. Ravi for referring 10 re-enacted Bills to the President, alleging “constitutional obstinacy.” Supreme Court’s Stand on Governor’s Actions: A three-judge Bench led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud asserts that once the Governor withholds assent, he cannot later refer re-passed Bills to the President. According to the Chief Justice, withholding …
Read MoreIndia’s PM , at COP-28, offers to host the 33rd edition of the climate summit in 2028 in India.Awaits approval from other signatories to the UNFCCC. Source: Iberdrola Highlights The PM urged developed countries to vacate the carbon space before 2050. Advocates for global participation in India’s “Green Credit Initiative.” COP Hosting Approval Process: Hosting …
Read MoreIndia’s PM launches ‘Green Credit Initiative’ at COP28 climate conference. Aims to reshape global environmental policies and address limitations of the current carbon credit system. Source : Greenclimateinitiative.org About Green Credit Initiative? Aims to create a carbon sink through voluntary environmental actions. Focuses on generating “credits” for plantations on degraded lands and river-catchment areas. Philosophy …
Read MoreHeld annually in Nagaland, the 24th Hornbill Festival is set to unite 16 Naga tribes for a vibrant 10-day celebration of culture, music, and dance. Source: The Hindu About Hornbill Festival: Named after the hornbill, a culturally significant bird symbolizing fidelity, beauty, and grace in Naga folklore. Showcases the rich cultural heritage of the State. …
Read MoreNews: In order to guarantee the smooth operation of both Houses, the government has called an all-party meeting in New Delhi today, ahead of the start of the Winter Session of Parliament on Monday. Prahlad Joshi, Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs is scheduled to meet with the floor leaders of the two houses of parliament. …
Read MoreWhy in the News? Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar to inaugurate the 5th edition of the Global Ayurveda Festival in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Notable attendees include Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, Union Ministers Parshottam Rupala and Sarbananda Sonowal, and GAF Organizing Committee Chairman V. Muraleedharan. Source: DifferBetween Event Theme: The theme of the festival …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The United Nations’ World Meteorological Organization (WMO) declares 2023 as poised to become the hottest year ever recorded, emphasizing the critical need for immediate measures to curb global warming and mitigate its severe consequences. Source: Stanford News WMO Chief’s Statement WMO Chief Petteri Taalas characterizes the situation as a “deafening cacophony …
Read MoreWhy in the News? On the inaugural day of COP-28, participating countries reached an agreement to activate the Loss and Damage (L&D) Fund. Source: Reuters Loss and Damage Fund: This fund is designed to provide financial assistance to nations especially susceptible to the negative impacts of climate change, aiding them in recovering from and dealing …
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