Army Adopts Topa Pir as Model Village
Context: The Army has adopted Topa Pir village in Poonch district as a model village under the Sadbhavana scheme. Relevance: GS III: Defence Dimensions of the Article: Background: Topa Pir Village Incident Sparking Attention: Civilian Casualties: Impact on Local Relations: Military Response: Initiative Launch: About Operation Sadbhavana in Ladakh Achieving Objectives: Health and Sanitation Assistance: […]
World Employment and Social Outlook
Context: The International Labour Organisation (ILO) presents the World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends 2024 report, signaling a projected rise in the global unemployment rate in 2024. Growing inequalities and stagnant productivity emerge as significant concerns. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of ILO’s Trends 2024 Report Resilient Labor Markets: […]
Rollover Plan for Republic Day Parade Tableaux Showcase
Context: The Ministry of Defence introduces a rollover plan allowing States and Union Territories an opportunity to present their tableaux in the Republic Day Parade, addressing concerns raised by some states excluded from the 2024 event. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: States/Union Territories Selected for Republic Day Parade 2024: Additional […]
Global Risk Report 2024
Context: The World Economic Forum (WEF) presents a comprehensive Global Risk Report 2024, shedding light on imminent threats anticipated over the next decade. Amidst technological upheavals, economic fluctuations, climate concerns, and geopolitical tensions, the report underscores severe risks shaping our future. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Global […]
Swami Vivekananda: The Ultimate Youth Icon
Context: National Youth Day, also recognized as Vivekananda Jayanti, is observed on 12 January, marking the birth anniversary of the Hindu monk Swami Vivekananda. The Government of India officially designated this day as National Youth Day in 1984, and the celebration has been an annual event in India since 1985. The theme for this year’s […]
Regulating India’s Online Gaming Industry
Context: As we are aware, deficiencies in the market, such as monopolies, externalities, and information asymmetries, not only reduce economic value but also corrode societal well-being, leading to a decline in user trust. In such instances, government regulatory intervention becomes crucial. The effectiveness of this intervention depends on a straightforward criterion—the benefits of government involvement must […]
About ANUBHAV Awards
Context: The submission deadline for ANUBHAV Awards Scheme 2024 is March 31, 2024. Relevance: Facts for Prelims ANUBHAV Awards: Recognizing Contributions to Nation Building Purpose and Recognition: ANUBHAV Portal: Objectives: Eligibility and Submission: Awards and Recognition: Accomplishments:
Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana
Context: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has brought attention to the Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhuyday Yojana (PM-AJAY), a comprehensive scheme that integrates three Centrally Sponsored Schemes—Pradhan Mantri Adarsh Gram Yojana (PMAGY), Special Central Assistance to Scheduled Castes Sub Plan (SCA to SCSP), and Babu Jagjivan Ram Chhatrawas Yojana (BJRCY). Relevance: GS II: […]
Current Affairs Quiz 15 January 2024
Current Affairs 15 January 2024
CONTENTS Global Risk Report 2024 Context: The World Economic Forum (WEF) presents a comprehensive Global Risk Report 2024, shedding light on imminent threats anticipated over the next decade. Amidst technological upheavals, economic fluctuations, climate concerns, and geopolitical tensions, the report underscores severe risks shaping our future. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: […]