Labeo uru and Labeo chekida : New Species of Rohu Labeo uru and Labeo chekida, two new species of freshwater Rohu fish, have been discovered in the Western Ghats region of India. Labeo uru and Labeo chekida are newly identified freshwater fish species belonging to the Rohu group (genus Labeo), discovered by ICAR-NBFGR scientists in […]
Tag: 25th Apr 2025
ALH Dhruv, : Features
ALH Dhruv, : Features The Indian Army has resumed limited operations of the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv in the Anantnag region. Advanced Light Helicopter or ALH-DHRUV is an indigenously developed utility aircraft by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) with a twin-engine. It has a multi-role, multi-mission dimension to it. Even though its development started in […]
Indus Water Treaty : India suspended
Indus Water Treaty : India suspended India suspended the Indus Water Treaty (IWT) following a deadly militant attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which killed 26 civilians. The Indus Waters Treaty was signed between India and Pakistan on September 19, 1960, with the World Bank acting as a mediator. The treaty was designed to ensure cooperation and […]
Arun-III Hydro Power Project
Arun-III Hydro Power Project: Indian Minister of Power and Housing Affairs, recently visited the Arun-III Hydel Project, which is being constructed with Indian assistance, during his official trip to Nepal. It is a 900 MW run-of-the-river hydropower project located on the Arun River in the Sankhuwasabha District of Eastern Nepal. It envisages about 70 m […]
National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions
National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions: The Union Health Ministry recently launched new competency-based curricula for 10 allied healthcare professions in collaboration with the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP). NCAHP is a statutory body established under the NCAHP Act 2021 to regulate and maintain standards of education and services of allied […]
SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme
SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme: The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has revoked the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES) for Pakistani nationals following the Pahalgam terror attack. This marks a firm diplomatic response to Pakistan’s continued support for cross-border terrorism. SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme launched in 1992, based on the […]
National Panchayati Raj Day and Awards
National Panchayati Raj Day and Awards: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj, on the occasion of National Panchayati Raj Day 2025, presented the Special Category National Panchayat Awards- 2025. National Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated on 24th April, marks the enactment of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992, which granted constitutional status to Panchayati Raj Institutions […]
Judicial Despotism
Judicial Despotism: Recent Supreme Court rulings, including on Article 370, Governor’s Bill assent powers, and judicial use of Article 142, have reignited debates over judicial overreach. Judicial despotism refers to a scenario where unelected judges exercise excessive power, overriding legislative and executive authority. It arises when courts act beyond interpretation, venturing into policy-making or governance […]
Jana Sevaka
Jana Sevaka: Jana Sevaka, Karnataka’s doorstep service delivery initiative, recently facilitated e-Khata registration for over 350 property owners in Bengaluru’s Purva Seasons community. Jana Sevaka is a flagship initiative launched by the Government of Karnataka in 2019 to deliver essential government services at the doorstep of citizens, especially benefiting senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and […]
Non-Tariff Barriers
Non-Tariff Barriers: During his visit to Jaipur, US Vice President urged India to eliminate non-tariff barriers (NTBs) to enhance market access for American goods. NTBs are trade restrictions other than customs duties that hinder the free flow of goods and services across borders. They include both technical (e.g., certification) and non-technical (e.g., quotas) regulatory measures. […]
