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Why in the news? 2024 has seen record-breaking temperatures and extreme weather events, marking a decade of unprecedented heat. The UN and WMO warn of worsening climate change effects, urging immediate action to prevent further environmental breakdown. Extreme Climate Events in 2024: The United Nations highlighted 2024 as a year of record-breaking heat and unprecedented …
Read MoreWhy in the news? For the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, female voter turnout exceeded male turnout in many states, highlighting trends influenced by gender dynamics, migration patterns, and sociopolitical factors, with Bihar showcasing the most significant gender difference in turnout. Trends in Female Voter Turnout: In the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, female voter turnout exceeded …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court upheld a divorce granted due to mental cruelty, ruling that sustained emotional distress caused by a spouse’s behavior can justify divorce. The husband was ordered to pay ₹50 lakh alimony. Court’s Ruling on Mental Cruelty The Supreme Court ruled that behavior causing emotional distress to a spouse constitutes …
Read MoreWhy in News? The Indian Army installed a Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue at Pangong Lake, Ladakh, sparking criticism from locals and veterans questioning its relevance, with calls to honor local icons like Zorawar Singh instead. Statue Installation and Ceremony On December 26, the Indian Army inaugurated a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on the banks …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court will hear a plea by terror convict Saquib Abdul Hamid Nachan challenging the constitutional validity of notifications declaring the Islamic State (IS) and its manifestations as banned terrorist organizations under UAPA. Case Details The Supreme Court will hear a petition in January by terror convict Saquib Abdul Hamid …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Why in the News? India’s refugee policy towards the Rohingya has come under scrutiny following a report highlighting appalling living conditions in detention camps. The study was conducted by The Azadi Project (a U.S.-registered non-profit) and Refugees International …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests, Indian Diaspora. Focus: The appointment of Indian-origin Sriram Krishnan as an advisor to Donald Trump reignited debates among Trump supporters about the H-1B visa program. It has divided opinion on skilled immigration, particularly concerning its impact on U.S. workers and foreign professionals’ dominance …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 2- Judicial accountability, Supreme court , judges , impeachment Focus : The article explores the mechanisms for judicial accountability in India, emphasizing the difficulties in holding judges of the higher judiciary accountable. It examines the impeachment process, significant case studies like Justice V. Ramaswami and Justice Soumitra Sen, issues with the current …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India’s proposed 11,000 MW Upper Siang Hydropower Project in Arunachal Pradesh counters China’s 60,000 MW Yarlung Tsangpo dam. It addresses energy needs while considering ecological preservation and the cultural significance of the Adi Tribe in the region. Project Overview India plans to build the Upper Siang Hydropower Project on the Siang …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Wildlife Institute of India has launched the first-ever Fishing Cat Collaring Project at Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh. This initiative aims to study the species’ behavior and habitat, enhancing conservation efforts for the vulnerable Fishing Cat. Introduction to the Project The Wildlife Institute of India-Dehradun will launch India’s first Fishing …
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