Context: In the 2024 edition of the Global Gender Gap Index, India ranks 129th out of 146 countries surveyed, positioning it 18th from the bottom. Key findings of Global Gender Gap Index’24: The 2024 Index shows that while no country has achieved full Read More …
Month: June 2024
Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveler Program (FTI-TTP)
Context: Recently, Ministry of Home affairs has launched Fast Track Immigration – Trusted Traveler Program with the aim to fast track the immigration process at airports for pre-verified Indian nationals and people of Indian origin having the status of Overseas Read More …
Deputy Speaker Lok Sabha
Context: Impending elections for the Lok Sabha Speaker and Deputy Speaker Post in 18th Lok Sabha About Deputy Speaker: Article 95(1) of the Constitution of India talks about the office of Deputy Speaker and the duties performed by the person in case Read More …
Why is the success of China’s sample return lunar mission significant?
Context: China’s Chang’e-6 became the first spacecraft to bring back samples from the far side of the Moon to the Earth. Timeline of Chang’e-6: The Chang’e-6 probe was successfully launched from China on a Long March-5 rocket on May 3, 2024. The lander descended Read More …
Current Affairs – 27 June 2024
Indian Archers Triumph at Archery World Cup 2024 Stage 3 The third phase of Archery World Cup 2024 held in Antalya, Turkey concluded on June, 2024 with Indian archers showcasing their exceptional skills and winning many medals. The Indian team Read More …
Strategic imperative and environment concern in Great Nicobar Project
Context: The opposition party has raised significant concerns over the proposed Rs 72,000-crore infrastructure upgrade at Great Nicobar Island, labelling it as a “grave threat” to the island’s indigenous inhabitants and its fragile ecosystem. The party demands an “immediate suspension Read More …
Antarctic Treaty
Context: The 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM-46), that was held in Kochi, Kerala last month, it highlighted the debate on Antarctic tourism. About Antarctic Treaty While the meeting sought to bring in a regulatory framework, it ultimately fell short of Read More …
Srinagar gets tag of ‘World Craft City’
Context: Srinagar has become the fourth Indian city to be recognised as a ‘World Craft City’ by the World Craft Council (WCC) international, will bring attention to Srinagar’s crafts and showcase its ancient techniques to the world. The achievement follows Srinagar’s recognition as a United Read More …
Brahmos Missile
Context: Philippines envoy has called Brahmos as a game changer for Philippines. About Brahmos: Supersonic BrahMos missile: BrahMos is the fastest cruise missile in the world with a top speed of Mach 2.8 or almost three times the speed of sound. It has been jointly Read More …
Engaging China in Modi 3.0
Context: It has been 4 years since Galwan valley clashes in which the Forces of China and India locked horns in the high altitudes of Himalayas. As PM Modi has returned to power for the third time, there is a need Read More …