NITI Aayog GROW Report and Portal
Context: Recently, the Greening and Restoration of Wasteland with Agroforestry (GROW) report and portal was launched by NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India). Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the GROW Report: Facilitating Land Restoration and Agroforestry The GROW report is designed to support restoration initiatives, aligning with national […]
Protests Stress Need for Climate-Smart Agriculture
Context: The ongoing agricultural demonstrations, initiated on February 13th, have already resulted in five fatalities and caused economic losses in Delhi amounting to 300 crores. Unfortunately, since 2020, farmer protests have become a recurring occurrence not only in Delhi and Punjab but throughout India. According to estimates from consultancy firm Verisk Maplecroft, India has witnessed the largest […]
Delhi HC Sets Aside CAT’s Decision
Context: The Delhi High Court recently set aside an order issued by the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) regarding the procedure for taking action against senior IRS official Sameer Wankhede in connection with the drugs case. Relevance: GS-II Governance Dimensions of the Article: History behind the formation About CAT: How does CAT Function? Jurisdiction of CAT […]
Delhi HC on Delay in Bail Bond Acceptance
Context: Recently, the Delhi High Court took suo motu cognisance of a petition pertaining to the delay in acceptance of bail bonds by jail superintendents. The court observed that -‘Deprivation of liberty for single day is a day too many’. Relevance: GS paper-2: Structure, organization and functioning of the Executive and the Judiciary – Ministries […]
Phase III of the e-Courts Project
Context: In the contemporary era dominated by digital advancements that have seamlessly integrated into our daily lives, the judicial system faces the imperative of adapting and harnessing technology for the collective benefit of society. At the forefront of this transformative endeavor in India is the e-Courts Mission Mode Project (MMP), which, now in its Phase III, […]
Chief Justice of India Inaugurates Ayush Holistic Wellness Centre at Supreme Court
Context: In a notable development, the Chief Justice of India inaugurated the ‘Ayush Holistic Wellness Centre (AYUSH HWC)’ at the Supreme Court, marking a significant milestone in promoting holistic health within the judiciary. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Inauguration of Ayush Holistic Wellness Centre at Supreme Court Collaborative Initiative: […]
National e-Governance Service Delivery Assessment
Context: Recently, the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) has released the ‘Annual NeSDA Way Forward Report 2023’, showing that Jammu & Kashmir dominated with 1,117 e-services mapped on the NeSDA Way Forward Dashboard. Relevance: GS III: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Unlocking Digital Governance: NeSDA Way Forward Report 2023 Highlights E-Service Landscape: Regional Disparities: […]
On Financial Devolution Among States
Context: Lately, several States governed by Opposition parties, particularly those in southern India, have asserted that they are not receiving an equitable portion under the current financial distribution system. They have raised concerns about the imbalance between their contribution to tax collection and the share of tax revenue they receive. Relevance: GS2- Governance GS3- Indian […]
Rashtriya Udyamita Vikas Pariyojana
Context: Recently, the union Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship inaugurated the Rashtriya Udyamita Vikas Pariyojana, in Sambalpur, Odisha. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Rashtriya Udyamita Vikas Pariyojana: Nurturing Entrepreneurs for Growth Objective: Training Approach: Modes of Training: Partnership with Flipkart: Government’s Commitment:
Influence of AI and Digital Media on General Elections
Context: In the contemporary landscape, the intersections of national and international interests are intricately woven with cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and nanotechnology. In the context of Indian democracy, this technological progression holds the potential to reshape the electoral environment, offering both advantages and challenges. Relevance: Mains Question: Laws and moral standards governing […]