Elephant Parade in Thrissur Pooram: The Supreme Court stayed a series of restrictions imposed by the Kerala high court on the use of elephants in Thrissur Pooram.Earlier the Kerala High Court mandated a 3-meter gap between elephants, 8 meters from the public or percussion displays, and a 100-meter buffer from areas using fireworks.Thrissur Pooram is […]
Day: December 24, 2024
Green Deposits
Green Deposits: Green deposits in India face sluggish adoption due to pricing issues, low public engagement, and limited interest from private banks.These are interest-bearing deposits earmarked for funding green projects, such as solar energy, clean transportation, and sustainable water management.In June 2023, the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) introduced a framework for green deposits to […]
United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC)
United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC): Former Supreme Court Judge Justice Madan B Lokur has been appointed as the Chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC) for a four-year term.United Nations Internal Justice Council (IJC) Created by the UN General Assembly as part of the reformed internal justice system to uphold accountability, independence, […]
Starlink Satellite : Concern
Starlink Satellite : Concern The recovery of a Starlink satellite device in Manipur has raised concerns about potential misuse by militants, despite Starlink not being authorized to operate in India.Designed by: SpaceX (owned by Elon Musk).Purpose is to provide high-speed, low-latency internet globally, especially in remote and underserved areas.
Bio-Bitumen-based National Highway
Bio-Bitumen-based National Highway: Union Minister inaugurated India’s first bio-bitumen-based National Highway stretch on NH-44, Nagpur-Mansar Bypass.Bio-Bitumen is A sustainable bio-based binder derived from renewable sources like crop stubble, vegetable oils, algae, or lignin. It is Primarily extracted from lignocellulosic biomass or refined from residues of crude oil distillation.
Wall Street Journal as one of the top global destinations for 2025
Wall Street Journal as one of the top global destinations for 2025: Madhya Pradesh has earned global recognition as one of the Wall Street Journal’s “Go-To Global Destinations for 2025,” showcasing its rich heritage, unique wildlife, and natural beauty. This prestigious acknowledgment builds upon the state’s ongoing efforts to establish itself as a premier travel […]
Russian tennis player Daniil Savelev Suspension
Russian tennis player Daniil Savelev Suspension: Russian Tennis Player, Daniil Savelev has been handed a two-year suspension for violating doping regulations. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) announced that Savelev tested positive for the prohibited substance meldonium in July 2024.
Adani Group Acquires 85.8% Stake in Air Works
Adani Group Acquires 85.8% Stake in Air Works: The Adani Group has announced the acquisition of an 85.8% stake in Air Works, India’s largest private-sector Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) company, at an enterprise value of Rs 400 crore. This move solidifies Adani’s position in the defence and civil aviation MRO sectors, marking a strategic […]
India Squad For Champions Trophy 2025
India Squad For Champions Trophy 2025: The upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 marks the ninth edition of the ICC Champions Trophy, featuring eight teams competing in a round-robin format. Hosted by Pakistan, often referred to as the “cornered tigers,” the tournament is scheduled to run from 19 February to 9 March, with 10 March reserved as […]
Justice Gurmeet Singh Sandhawalia as the Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court
Justice Gurmeet Singh Sandhawalia as the Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court: The Centre has officially notified the appointment of Justice Gurmeet Singh Sandhawalia as the new Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court. Justice Sandhawalia, the senior-most puisne Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, has been appointed following a […]
