For aspirants preparing for the National Defence Academy (NDA) and Combined Defence Services (CDS) examinations, understanding the significance of government policies and programs is paramount. These exams not only evaluate your knowledge of military tactics and strategies but also your awareness of the socio-political landscape, including the role of government initiatives in shaping the nation’s … Read more
Kangana Ranaut, in a recent interview, claimed that Subhas Chandra Bose, not Jawaharlal Nehru, was the first prime minister of independent India. After being criticised for the historicity (or lack thereof) of her comments, Kangana doubled down, citing the provisional government setup by Bose in 1943 as evidence of her claim. Nehru or Bose Who … Read more
China will use artificial intelligence (AI) to disrupt elections in India, United States, and South Korea this year, according to a warning by Microsoft. The year is lined up with key elections. While a fierce rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump is underway in the US presidential elections, India is set to conduct the … Read more
President Droupadi Murmu launched India’s first indigenously-developed CAR T-cell therapy for cancer treatment, hailing it as a major breakthrough that provides “new hope for humankind” in the battle against the disease. Developed by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and Tata Memorial Centre, the gene-based therapy is being rolled out in India at about … Read more
The World Bank has projected that the Indian economy will grow by 7.5% in 2024. The World Bank had earlier estimated a growth of 6.3%, but they have revised it upwards to 7.5%. The overall economic growth in South Asia, which includes countries like India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka is expected to be strong at … Read more
The Ministry of External Affairs slammed China for renaming several places in Arunachal Pradesh, saying assigning invented names in the state will not change the reality that it is an integral part of India. In response to China’s latest attempt to rename 30 locations in Arunachal Pradesh with Chinese and Tibetan names, India firmly reiterated … Read more
Katchatheevu, a small uninhabited island in the middle of India and Sri Lanka, is making headlines again after Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched an attack against the Congress party for “callously” giving it away to Sri Lanka in 1974. Katchatheevu Island Why In News What Is The Issue Where Is The Island Of Katchatheevu What … Read more
100th year of the historic Viakom Satyagraha that marks a milestone in the fight against untouchability in Kerala’s history. It not only challenged caste oppression but also the social norms. Vaikom Satyagraha, the non-violent agitation that lasted for 603 days was held for the right of backward communities to travel through the public road near … Read more
In his first visit to India, Foreign Minister of Ukraine, Dmytro Kuleba, met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and held “sincere and comprehensive” talks on the peace process to end the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, including India’s participation at the peace summit being organised by Switzerland. Ukraine Foreign Minister’s Visit To India Why In News History … Read more
The world’s first-ever temple designed in the iconic Om shape has been inaugurated in the village of Jadan, Pali district of Rajasthan. This architectural masterpiece, spanning across 250 acres, is not only expected to attract tourists but will also boast an impressive visual presence visible from space. World’s First Om Shaped Temple Why In News … Read more
