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Why in the news? India is hosting the UN’s 13th geospatial plenary in New Delhi, highlighting its leadership in geospatial technology and fostering global collaboration for sustainable development and data-driven economies. India to Host 13th UN GGIM Asia-Pacific Plenary: India will host the 13th United Nations Global Geospatial Information Management (GGIM) Asia-Pacific Plenary and Regional …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Project Veer Gatha 4.0 engages 1.76 crore students nationwide, promoting patriotism and honouring Armed Forces heroes through creative activities like essays, poems, and paintings. Project Veer Gatha 4.0: Nationwide Participation and Activities Participation Overview: Over 1.76 crore school students from all 36 States and UTs have actively engaged in Project Veer …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court questioned the Union government’s delay in initiating delimitation in Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Manipur, despite a 2020 order to begin the process. Background: The Supreme Court raised concerns over the delay in the delimitation process in Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Manipur. The Court questioned the Union government for …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS – 2 – Role of Judiciary , Democracy Focus: This article critically examines the tenure of former Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud. It delves into his judicial decisions, reforms introduced during his time in office, and the controversies surrounding his tenure. The discussion highlights the challenges of assessing a CJI’s legacy …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court’s 2024 judgement on Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) overrules the 1967 verdict, affirming its status as a minority institution under Article 30 of the Constitution. AMU’s Historical and Legal Context: The M.A.O. College (1877), founded by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, evolved into Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), a hub …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: E-Governance Focus: Canada recently announced the discontinuation of the Student Direct Stream (SDS) visa program, effective November 2024. This decision affects numerous Indian students who rely on the SDS pathway for streamlined visa processing and affordable access to Canadian educational institutions, prompting concerns about longer processing times and increased costs. Background on the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Supreme Court upheld the constitutional validity of the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004, excluding provisions on higher education. This decision overturned the Allahabad High Court’s earlier ruling that struck down the Act for breaching secularism principles. Allahabad HC’s Concerns The Allahabad HC ruled that the Act breached …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A special Sati Nivaran Court acquitted eight individuals accused of glorifying the 1987 Roop Kanwar sati incident, sparking discussions on its legacy and unresolved legal battles. About the Roop Kanwar’s Sati Incident (1987): Event: Roop Kanwar, an 18-year-old woman from Divrala, Rajasthan, allegedly committed sati on 4th September 1987, by sitting …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Indian Air Force (IAF) plans to procure 12 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft. The acquisition is under two programs: six additional AEW&C systems on Embraer aircraft and six new systems on Airbus A-321 planes developed by DRDO. Details of Procurement The first order includes six Embraer-based AEW&C systems …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Defence Research and Development Organisation successfully tested the 4th Generation VSHORADS, enhancing India’s air defense capabilities and showcasing indigenous technological advancements against aerial threats. About Successful Flight Tests of VSHORADS: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted three flight tests of the 4th Generation Very Short Range Air …
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