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29May 2025

Measles Vaccine Averted Millions of Global Deaths

Measles Vaccine Averted Millions of Global Deaths Why in the News? A new analysis reveals that measles vaccines have prevented over 9 crore deaths globally in the last 50 years. This success highlights the life-saving role of immunisation, particularly in Africa and Southeast Asia, where measles mortality rates were once alarmingly high. The impact of …

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29May 2025

SC Deviates from POCSO in Sensitive Judgment

SC Deviates from POCSO in Sensitive Judgment Why in the News? The Supreme Court withheld sentencing in a POCSO case involving a minor, citing the victim’s welfare and social hardship, despite reaffirming POCSO’s legal position. This decision has sparked debates over judicial discretion, victim rights, and child abuse law in India. The case highlights the …

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29May 2025

Three Ancient Tombs Unearthed in Luxor, Egypt: A Significant Archaeological Discovery

Three Ancient Tombs Unearthed in Luxor, Egypt: A Significant Archaeological Discovery Why in the News? Egyptian archaeologists have made a remarkable archaeological discovery, unearthing three ancient tombs in Luxor, formerly known as Thebes, belonging to prominent New Kingdom officials in the Dra Abu al-Naga necropolis. This find, located near the famous Valley of the Kings …

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29May 2025

Boko Haram Resurgence Threatens Stability in Nigeria

Boko Haram Resurgence Threatens Stability in Nigeria Why in the News? Boko Haram attacks have intensified in northeast Nigeria, raising fears of a return to peak insurgency. This short note on terrorism highlights how recent terrorist attacks, territorial gains, and use of advanced tactics by the ISWAP faction underscore challenges faced by the understaffed Nigerian …

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20May 2025

Supreme Court Strikes Down Retrospective Environmental Clearances

Supreme Court Strikes Down Retrospective Environmental Clearances Why in the News? The Supreme Court recently invalidated the Centre’s 2017 notification and 2021 SOP allowing post-facto environmental clearances for projects that began without prior approval, citing violation of constitutional rights and environmental laws. Background on Centre’s Notification and SOP In 2017, MoEFCC allowed a one-time, six-month …

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20May 2025

Core Inflation Trends Shape RBI’s Rate Cut Decisions

Core Inflation Trends Shape RBI’s Rate Cut Decisions Why in the News? Core inflation, excluding volatile food and fuel prices, is rising while food inflation falls. This reversal influences the Reserve Bank of India’s approach to monetary policy and potential interest rate cuts. Inflation Trends and RBI’s Focus: Inflation was mainly driven by food prices …

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20May 2025

Israel Vows Control of Gaza Amid Starvation Crisis

Israel Vows Control of Gaza Amid Starvation Crisis Why in the News? Israel announced plans to take full control of Gaza amid intensified military operations, while the WHO warns that two million people in the blockaded Strip face starvation. Limited aid is allowed amidst escalating violence and humanitarian concerns. Escalation of Conflict and Military Operations …

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20May 2025

Government Launches Revamped OCI Portal for Citizens

Government Launches Revamped OCI Portal for Citizens Why in the News? Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated a revamped OCI Portal to improve digital access and user experience for over 5 million Overseas Citizens of India (OCI). The portal offers enhanced features, security, and a modernised registration process. Launch and Key Features of the New …

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20May 2025

SC Ensures Uniform Pension for Retired Judges

SC Ensures Uniform Pension for Retired Judges Why in the News? In a landmark decision that’s making waves in supreme court news today india, the Supreme Court has ruled that all retired High Court judges, irrespective of their source of appointment or tenure, are entitled to uniform pension benefits, eliminating disparities in pension payments and …

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20May 2025

SC Empowers HCs to Quash Domestic Violence Cases

SC Empowers HCs to Quash Domestic Violence Cases Why in the News? In a significant development for tamil news and legal circles, the Supreme Court India ruled that Indian High Courts can quash criminal proceedings under Section 12(1) of the Domestic Violence Act, 2005, using Section 482 CrPC, recognizing the serious consequences of criminal action …

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