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Month: August 2024
National Coastal Mission Scheme (NCM)
Context The National Coastal Mission Scheme (NCM) is a vital initiative aimed at addressing the challenges posed by coastal ecosystems in India. As part of the National Coastal Management Program, the NCM focuses on sustainable development and climate resilience in Read More …
Preventing and Countering Human Trafficking
Context Human trafficking, particularly affecting women and children, is a grave crime that violates basic human rights. The Government of India recognizes the urgency of addressing this issue and has taken significant steps to prevent and combat human trafficking. Understanding Read More …
State of Infrastructure in District Courts Report
Context According to a recent report published by the Ministry of Law and Justice on the state of infrastructure in district courts across the country, significant deficiencies in the infrastructure in district courts are hindering the efficient delivery of justice. Read More …
5 years Since Abrogation of Article 370
Context The abrogation of Article 370 on August 5, 2019, marked a significant shift in Jammu and Kashmir’s political landscape, ending its special status and creating the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Five years on, it is crucial to explore how Read More …
National Lake Conservation Plan (NLCP)
Context The National Lake Conservation Plan (NLCP) is an initiative aimed at preserving and restoring the ecological health of lakes across the country. Recently, the government announced an expansion of this plan, which is expected to enhance efforts in protecting Read More …
Kerala Requests for National Disaster Status
Context The recent catastrophic landslide in Wayanad, Kerala, has prompted the state government to request the central government to declare it a national disaster. This request follows the devastating impact of the landslide, which has resulted in significant loss of life Read More …
Technology to kill weeds in rice and wheat fields
Context Recently the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) has developed rice varieties that enable farmers to spray Imazethapyr (herbicide) for controlling weeds in rice. About IARI has developed two basmati varieties (Pusa Basmati 1979 and Pusa Basmati 1985) and two Read More …
5th Meeting of AITIGA
Context The fifth meeting of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) Joint Committee took place in Jakarta from July 29 to August 1, 2024. This meeting is a crucial step in enhancing economic cooperation between ASEAN and India, focusing on the Read More …
VIRAASAT: The Exclusive Handloom Expo
Context National Handloom Development Corporation Ltd (NHDC) to organise the handloom expo under the aegis of the Ministry of fabrics, Government of India which will conclude on 16th August, 2024. About The collection “VIRAASAT”- the “Exclusive Handloom Expo” is a continuation of Read More …