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14Aug 2024

JOINT PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE

Adani Hindenburg Issue The Congress party has escalated its demand for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) to probe the Adani-Hindenburg issue. On Monday, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh called for the resignation of SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch, citing new allegations that she conducted transactions from her personal email account after joining SEBI in 2018. Now …

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14Aug 2024

ST. MARTIN’S ISLAND

Context: St. Martin’s Island, the only coral island in Bangladesh, has recently come under the spotlight due to ongoing political unrest in the country. St. Martin’s Island, the only coral island in Bangladesh, has been thrust into the spotlight due to rising political tensions. Located in the southeastern part of Bangladesh, this tiny island spans …

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14Aug 2024

MARTIN’S ISLAND

Why in the news? St. Martin’s Island, the only coral island in Bangladesh, has been thrust into the spotlight due to rising political tensions. Located in the southeastern part of Bangladesh, this tiny island spans just three square kilometers and is home to approximately 3,700 people. Source : Banglapedia The island’s strategic importance became evident …

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14Aug 2024

THE HIDDEN GEM OF THE INDIAN OCEAN: DIEGO GARCIA ISLAND*

Why in the news? Deep within the azure waters of the Indian Ocean lies a remote atoll, shrouded in mystery and strategic significance—Diego Garcia. Source: Wikipedia About diego garcia island: Located over 1,000 miles south of the southern tip of India, Diego Garcia is the largest and southernmost island of the Chagos Archipelago. Despite its …

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14Aug 2024

BHASAN CHAR

Why in the news? Bhasan Char, an island in the Bay of Bengal that has become a focal point of global attention. Located off the coast of Bangladesh, Bhasan Char, meaning ‘Floating Island,’ is a newly emerged landmass formed by silt deposits from the Meghna River. Source : Study marathon About bhasan char Spanning over …

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13Aug 2024

SUPREME COURT’S ROLE IN UPHOLDING LIBERTY AND JUSTICE

Syllabus: GS-2:Government Policies and Interventions, Statutory Bodies GS-3: Money Laundering Focus: The Supreme Court of India granted bail to former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, highlighting the judiciary’s role in protecting individual liberties amidst concerns of misuse of stringent penal laws and prolonged detention without trial. source:lawstreetjournal Understanding the Supreme Court as Custodian of …

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13Aug 2024

NCERT HIGHLIGHTS SHORTFALLS IN KASTURBA GANDHI SCHOOLS

Why in the news? NCERT’s report reveals major issues in Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas, including infrastructure problems, teacher shortages, and safety concerns, impacting the education of enrolled girls. source:researchgate Evaluation Findings: NCERT Report: The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) identified several issues in its evaluation of 254 Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas (KGBVs). …

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13Aug 2024

NEW DRAFT OF BROADCASTING BILL TO ADDRESS CONCERNS

Why in the news? The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting will release a revised draft of the Broadcasting Services Bill after stakeholder feedback highlighted issues, especially regarding the classification of online content creators. source:scribd About Broadcasting Services Bill Draft Update: Fresh Draft Announcement: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) will release a new draft …

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13Aug 2024

NCLT URGES SWIFT APPROVALS FOR RELIANCE CAPITAL ACQUISITION

Why in the news? NCLT has directed RBI and DPIIT to expedite approvals, crucial for completing Hinduja’s ₹9,861 crore acquisition of Reliance Capital, amid concerns over implementation delays. source:medium About NCLT Orders Expedited Approvals: The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) instructed the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Department for Promotion of Industry and …

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13Aug 2024

AFGHAN SIKHS GRANTED CITIZENSHIP UNDER CAA IN DELHI

Why in the news? Twenty Afghan Sikhs received Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) 2019, marking a significant milestone for long-term residents seeking refuge and citizenship in India. source:slideshare About Citizenship Granted to Afghan Sikhs: CAA Citizenship: Twenty Afghan Sikhs, part of the first group to apply online under the Citizenship Amendment Act …

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