New START Treaty: In News US President Donald Trump said that Russian President Vladimir Putin’s idea of the New START Treaty was a good one. It is known as The New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START). It is the last remaining nuclear arms deal between Russia and the United States of America, and it […]
Jal Jeevan Mission : In News
Jal Jeevan Mission: In News The Union Government plans to map all drinking water assets including pipelines created under its Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) on PM Gati Shakti, a Geographic Information System (GIS)-based platform. Jal Jeevan Mission was launched on August 15, 2019. JJM is envisioned to provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual […]
Mig La Pass
Mig La Pass: Project Himank of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has constructed the world’s highest motorable road at Mig La Pass, 19,400 feet above sea level in Ladakh. Mig La Pass is located on the Changthang Plateau in Ladakh. World Record Altitude: At 19,400 ft, Mig La Pass is the highest motorable road in […]
MY Bharat-National Service Scheme (NSS) Awards
MY Bharat-National Service Scheme (NSS) Awards: The President of India presented the MY Bharat-National Service Scheme (NSS) Awards for the year 2022-23 at Rashtrapati Bhavan. It was instituted by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in 1993-94. Objective is to honour and celebrate the outstanding contributions of youth in the fields of social service, […]
Female Labour Force Participation in India
Female Labour Force Participation in India: India’s female labour force participation rate (FLFPR) has seen a significant rise in recent years. This seems promising for gender equality, a closer look reveals persistent challenges in employment quality, wages, and sectoral distribution for women. FLFPR includes women who are either employed or actively seeking work. The rise […]
People’s Plan Campaign (PPC) 2025–26
People’s Plan Campaign (PPC) 2025–26: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched the People’s Plan Campaign (PPC) 2025–26: “Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas” across all States and Union Territories. PPC 2025–26 Highlights: Gram Sabhas will review previous GPDPs using eGramSwaraj, Meri Panchayat App, and Panchayat NIRNAY, assess progress, address delays, and prioritize unfinished projects, especially those linked […]
Toxic Chemical Diethylene Glycol in Cough Syrup
Toxic Chemical Diethylene Glycol in Cough Syrup: The Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), Bhopal, found that Coldrif cough syrup contained 46.28% Diethylene Glycol (DEG), far exceeding the permissible limit of 0.1%. The finding led to state-level bans and triggered nationwide regulatory action under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. Diethylene Glycol (DEG) is a colourless, […]
The State of Social Justice 2025
The State of Social Justice 2025: The International Labour Organization (ILO) released its landmark report The State of Social Justice: A Work in Progress (2025) ahead of the Second World Summit for Social Development marking 30 years since the 1995 Copenhagen Summit. “The State of Social Justice 2025” Purpose is to Evaluates 30 years of […]
International Stabilization Force for Gaza
International Stabilization Force for Gaza: The International Stabilization Force for Gaza (ISF) was proposed under U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict (2025). The ISF is a proposed multinational security force intended to maintain stability and oversee security transition in post-war Gaza. It will function as the temporary internal security […]
Trade Watch Quarterly Report
Trade Watch Quarterly Report: NITI Aayog released the fourth edition of its “Trade Watch Quarterly” report for Q4 of FY 2024–25 in New Delhi. It is a flagship analytical publication by NITI Aayog that tracks India’s quarterly trade performance, covering both merchandise and services sectors. Recent Trade Trends (FY25): Total Trade: $1.73 trillion (+6% YoY) […]
