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22May 2025

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Historic Inscription Records 1539 Drought Tragedy in Karnataka

Historic Inscription Records 1539 Drought Tragedy in Karnataka Why in the News ? A 16th-century inscription discovered near a temple in Haveri district, Karnataka, records the death of 6,307 people due to drought in 1539. This rare epigraphic evidence highlights India’s earliest documented humanitarian crisis caused by a natural calamity. The discovery provides valuable insights …

22May 2025

Jayant Narlikar: Cosmic Theorist and Science Visionary

Jayant Narlikar: Cosmic Theorist and Science Visionary Why in the News ? Jayant Narlikar (1938–2025), renowned Indian astrophysicist, passed away at 86. He challenged the Big Bang theory, co-developed the steady state model, popularised science, and founded IUCAA, leaving an enduring legacy in theoretical physics, cosmology, and science communication. Narlikar’s contributions to public understanding of …

22May 2025

Shirui Lily Festival Returns Amid Fragile Peace

Shirui Lily Festival Returns Amid Fragile Peace Why in the News ? After a two-year break due to ethnic conflict between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities, the Shirui Lily Festival has resumed in Ukhrul, Manipur. This marks the first major tourism event in the state since violence erupted in May 2023, showcasing the resilience of local …

22May 2025

UIDAI Refuses Fingerprint Access of Deceased Individuals

UIDAI Refuses Fingerprint Access of Deceased Individuals Why in the News ? The UIDAI informed the Madras High Court that it cannot provide demographic details of deceased individuals using fingerprints due to legal restrictions under the Aadhaar Act, 2016 and technological limitations, in response to a Tamil Nadu police request. This decision highlights the complex …

22May 2025

Government Launches Three Digital Food Security Apps

Government Launches Three Digital Food Security Apps Why in the News ? Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Depot Darpan, Anna Mitra, and Anna Sahayata apps in New Delhi. These apps aim to strengthen India’s food security architecture by integrating digital governance, enhancing transparency, and improving efficiency in the public distribution system. This initiative aligns …

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 …

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 …

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 …

14May 2025

Pakistan High Commission Staffer Expelled Over Espionage

Pakistan High Commission Staffer Expelled Over Espionage Why in the News ? India has declared a Pakistan High Commission staffer as persona non grata and expelled him within 24 hours for alleged espionage activities linked to the leak of sensitive military information, amid rising tensions post Operation Sindoor and cross-border attacks. India’s Action and Espionage …

10May 2025

Press Freedom Erodes in India and South Asia

Press Freedom Erodes in India and South Asia Why in the News ? The 23rd Annual South Asia Press Freedom Report 2024-25 has raised concerns over India’s shrinking media freedom, flagging the systemic weakening of independent journalism, proliferation of disinformation, and increased state surveillance, censorship, and legal harassment of journalists across South Asia. India’s Media …

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