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Read MoreEducate Girls Wins 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Award Why in the News? Educate Girls, an Indian NGO founded in 2007 by Safeena Husain, has become the first Indian organisation to win the 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Award, Asia’s equivalent of the Nobel Prize, for its work in girls’ education in disadvantaged rural communities. Educate Girls – Work …
Read MoreSVAMITVA Scheme Recognised as Citizen-Centric Global Model Why in the News ? Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister for Science & Technology, hailed the SVAMITVA Scheme as a global model for citizen-centric governance, highlighting its role in land self-mapping, international collaborations, and technological advancements during a high-level Survey of India meeting in New Delhi. Achievements and …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS Paper – 2 Government Policies & Interventions GS Paper – 3 Inclusive GrowthGrowth & Development Why in the News ? August 2025 marks 20 years of MGNREGA, India’s landmark rural employment guarantee programme. Despite administrative challenges, wage stagnation, and reduced budgetary support, the scheme remains vital to rural livelihoods, poverty alleviation, and infrastructure …
Read MoreSwaminathan Birth Centenary Conference to Honour Legacy Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate a three-day science conference on August 7 to mark the birth centenary of M.S. Swaminathan, organized by MSSRF in New Delhi. The event celebrates his contributions to sustainable agriculture and food security, highlighting the importance of science-led inclusive …
Read MoreADDITIONAL DEMAND BEHIND DELAY IN JAL JEEVAN MISSION Why in the News? Minister’s statement: Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil cited additional demand and groundwater limitations as key reasons for delays in this crucial poverty reduction initiative aimed at addressing water poverty. Target shift: Originally aimed to cover 19 crore households by 2024; now extended to …
Read MoreSupreme 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 …
Read MoreCore 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 …
Read MoreIsrael 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 …
Read MoreGovernment 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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