1) North Eastern Council (NEC): 71st Plenary Session of NEC held in Shillong, Meghalaya. NEC (HQ: Shillong) is nodal agency for the economic and social development of North Eastern Region (NER). It is a statutory body created by Parliament through NEC Act, 1971. It works under administrative control of Ministry of Development of NER. UnionRead more
1) Future of Growth Report 2024: Published by the World Economic Forum. Assesses the quality of economic growth across 107 countries in four dimensions: Innovativeness, Inclusiveness, Sustainability, Resilience. Findings: High-income economies score high on innovation and inclusion, while lower-income economies on sustainability. India, along with Kenya scored high on sustainability. Report highlighted a significant economicRead more
Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace (ABCP): It was founded in 1970 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, as a voluntary movement of followers of Buddhism with both monastic (monks) and lay members. Its aim is to bring together the efforts of Buddhists in support of consolidating universal peace, harmony, and cooperation among people in Asia. It is currentlyRead more
1) Motor Vehicle Act (MVA), 2019: Supreme Court directed the Union to consider amending the MVA, 2019 to enhance the compensation granted to victims of hit-and-run accidents. About MVA,2019 Amended the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 to provide for road safety. It provides Compensation of ₹2 lakh and ₹50,000 in case of death and injury, respectively. Read more
1) MPLADS (Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme) e-SAKSHI Mobile Application: It was launched by Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) that allows MPs to propose, track, and oversee projects under MPLAD Scheme. Central Sector Scheme under MoSPI. MPLADS funds used for creation of durable community assets in areas of drinking water, primaryRead more
1) ‘Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar” (RVP): Ministry of Science and Technology called for nominations of the first-ever National Science Award, known as “Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar”. It will replace over 300 previously existing awards. It recognizes outstanding and inspiring scientific, technological and innovation contributions of researchers, technologist and innovators. Awards will be given across four categories: TheseRead more
Guru Gobind Singh: He was the 10th and last human Guru of the Sikhs.Born as Gobind Rai on December 22, 1666, in Patna, Bihar, Guru Gobind Singh was the son of the ninth Guru of Sikhism, Guru Teg Bahadur. He was renowned as a warrior, a poet, and a prophet. He is fondly remembered by Sikhs asRead more
One Vehicle, One FASTag’ initiative: The National Highways Authority of India suggested tagging users to complete the Know Your Customer (KYC) process by the end of January 31 to avoid deactivation. The move aims to enhance the efficiency of the Electronic Toll Collection system and provide seamless movement at the Toll Plazas. The new arrangementRead more
Indian Army Day: Indian Army Day is celebrated every year on January 15.On the special occasion of Army Day, the officials will perform a parade in the presence of higher dignitaries, and its salute is taken by the Indian Army Chief. On January 15, 1949, Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa became the first Commander-in-Chief of theRead more
1) Right to Reside: Delhi High Court ruled that foreigners cannot claim right to reside in India under Article 19(1)(e) of Constitution of India. Article 19(1)(e) of constitution grants the right to reside and settle in any part of territory of India as a fundamental right under Right to Freedom. However, Reasonable restrictions on thisRead more
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