Reef Under Threat: Mapping Human Impact
Illustrates key causes, effects, and solutions of human activities threatening coral reefs, highlighting urgent global environmental challenges.
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Illustrates key causes, effects, and solutions of human activities threatening coral reefs, highlighting urgent global environmental challenges.
Read MoreSC: Bill Timelines May Alter Constitution’s Scheme Why in the News? The Supreme Court Constitution Bench observed that fixing timelines for the President and Governors to act on Bills forwarded by legislatures would essentially amend the Constitution, since Articles 200 and 201 do not prescribe such limits. This debate continues, highlighting the need for art …
Read MoreShirui Lily Festival 2025 Manipur: Culture, Conservation & Current Affairs Insight The Shirui Lily Festival 2025, a prominent festival in India, is set to take place from May 20 to 24 in Ukhrul district, Manipur state. This vibrant celebration, often considered a highlight of Manipur Day festivities, honors the rare Shirui Lily (Lilium mackliniae), also …
Read MoreGovt Empowers I4C to Combat Money Laundering Why in the News ? The Indian government has authorised the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) to share and receive information with the Enforcement Directorate under PMLA. This aims to strengthen efforts in tracing money trails and tackling rising cyberfraud cases. I4C Brought Under PMLA Framework: On …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Tahawwur Rana, a key accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, has been extradited to India from the US. He allegedly helped David Headley scout targets and faces trial by the NIA for terrorism and criminal conspiracy charges. Tahawwur Rana Extradited to India for 26/11 Role: Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, has sparked nationwide concern for granting unchecked powers to authorities over foreigners, bypassing due process and judicial oversight. Critics argue it undermines constitutional rights and may lead to arbitrary detention and surveillance. Constitutional Concerns and Civil Liberties The Act undermines Articles 14 and 21 …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has urged UIDAI to revise the Aadhaar Act to align it with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, ensuring a citizen-centric framework and stronger data privacy regulations under a modern legal system. Background & Context: The Aadhaar Act, enacted in 2016, lacks alignment with …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The 9th Global Technology Summit kicked off in New Delhi with the theme “Sambhavna”. It aims to explore how emerging technologies can promote inclusive growth, enhance digital governance, and foster international collaboration through discussions with global experts and youth participation. Highlights of the Global Technology Summit 2025: The 9th edition …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? India observed Mahavir Jayanti 2025, marking the 2623rd birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Jain Tirthankara, with spiritual fervor and vibrant celebrations across states, especially in Maharashtra. Significance of the Occasion: Mahavir Jayanti commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavir, the last and 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. The day holds …
Read MoreSyllabus GS 3: Infrastructure Why in the News? Recently, Parliament passed the Protection of Interests in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025, aligning India’s aviation laws with international standards to help lessors reclaim aircraft easily and attract global investments. Protection of Interests in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025 Protection of Interests in Aircraft Objects Bill, 2025, was recently …
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