September 24, 2024. Introduction: In response to the increasing use of tobacco among young people, India’s Union Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare have issued important guidelines to make educational institutions tobacco-free. This initiative, which is tied to the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003, aims to protect […]

September 24, 2024 Introduction: The Nagar Van Yojana (NVY) was launched by the Government of India in 2020 to increase the amount of greenery in cities. Within the first 100 days of this new initiative, the government aimed to create 100 urban forests, called Nagar Vans. This target was exceeded, with 111 Nagar Vans approved […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: For the second year in a row, Kerala has secured the top spot in the 2024 State Food Safety Index (SFSI). This achievement reinforces Kerala’s commitment to maintaining high standards in food safety across India. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) released the rankings during the Global Food […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: Anura Kumara Dissanayake recently became the President of Sri Lanka, securing 42.31% of the votes in the election. His victory marks a break from the traditional political leadership in the country, reflecting the frustration many Sri Lankans feel towards the established political elite, especially during a time of economic hardship. Early Life […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: India recently signed important agreements under the US-led Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF). These agreements aim to build a cleaner and fairer economy. They were formalized during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United States and are designed to speed up clean energy projects and improve economic transparency between […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: Kaziranga National Park in Assam has achieved a remarkable 86% reduction in rhino poaching since 2016. This success was highlighted by Assam’s Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma during World Rhino Day, showing that ongoing efforts to protect the one-horned rhinoceros are paying off. Why was Poaching a Big Problem? Between 2000 […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: In 2023, the Amazon region faced one of its worst droughts ever, leading to a significant drop in water levels in major rivers like the Solimoes. By September 2024, the water level in the Madeira River in Porto Velho dropped to just 48 cm, compared to the normal level of 332 […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: The Union Cabinet of India, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV). This decision is a big step for India’s space exploration goals and sets the stage for future projects, like building the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (Indian Space Station) and a […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: Kumar Tuhin has been appointed as India’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The Ministry of External Affairs recently announced this, and Tuhin is expected to take on his new role soon. Professional Background Tuhin is part of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS), joining in 1991. He is currently the […]

September 23, 2024 Introduction: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently spoke to a group of artisans at an event celebrating the anniversary of the PM Vishwakarma Yojana. The event took place at the Swavalambai ground in Wardha, where the Prime Minister encouraged artisans to explore business opportunities and entrepreneurship. What is the PM Vishwakarma Scheme? The […]