Why in News? The World Health Organization (WHO) adopted the world’s first global pandemic agreement at the 78th World Health Assembly (May 2025), invoking Article 19 of its Constitution—marking a historic global health milestone. WHO Pandemic Agreement – Key Facts Aspect Details Adoption Date 20th May 2025 Legal Basis Article 19 of WHO Constitution; Second […]
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Why in NewsIn the K. Umadevi v. Government of Tamil Nadu case (2022), the Supreme Court upheld a woman’s right to receive maternity benefits for her third child, declaring such entitlements a constitutional right under Article 21. About the Case Aspect Details Judgment The SC granted maternity benefits to a woman for her third child, […]
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Why in News28th May is celebrated as World Dhole Day to raise awareness and promote the conservation of dholes—endangered wild canids critical to maintaining forest ecosystem balance. About Dholes Aspect Details Scientific Name Cuon alpinus Common Name Dhole / Asiatic Wild Dog / Whistling Dog Appearance Auburn fur, black bushy tail, amber eyes, upright rounded […]
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Why in NewsOn 27th May 2025, the Prime Minister paid homage to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his death anniversary. Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister, passed away on 27th May 1964 and is remembered for his foundational role in shaping modern India. About Jawaharlal Nehru Aspect Details Birth 14 November 1889, Prayagraj Early Political Involvement – […]
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Why in NewsThe Centre’s 50-year interest-free capex loans under the Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) are driving major land reforms across India by pushing states to modernise property systems, boosting efficiency, and industrial growth. About the Scheme Aspect Details Name Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) […]
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Why in News?The President of India conferred Gallantry Awards, including: Award Number Posthumous Kirti Chakras 6 4 Shaurya Chakras 33 7 These were awarded to personnel from the Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces, and State/UT Police, as announced on the eve of the 76th Republic Day, 2025. About Gallantry Awards Feature Details Purpose To […]
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Why in News?India has notified the Inter-Services Organisations (Command, Control and Discipline) Rules, 2025 under the Inter-Services Organisations (Command, Control and Discipline) Act, 2023, to streamline joint command operations and discipline across Army, Navy, and Air Force, especially after the tri-service coordination seen in Operation Sindoor. Key Features of Inter-Services Organisations (ISO) Feature Description Definition […]
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Why in News The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has amended the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Rules, 2011, introducing stricter provisions affecting how NGOs in India receive and utilize foreign contributions. Key Provisions of the New FCRA Rules for NGOs Provision Details Ban on Publication Activities NGOs involved in publications must obtain a certificate from the […]
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Why in News The Department of Posts (DoP) has launched two digital platforms—‘Know Your DIGIPIN’ and ‘Know Your PIN Code’—to modernise India’s address system and improve geospatial governance under the National Geospatial Policy 2022. Key Features and Functions Platform Details Know Your DIGIPIN – DIGIPIN stands for Digital Postal Index Number, an open-source, grid-based, geo-coded […]
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Why in News On 28th May, the Prime Minister paid tribute to Vinayak Damodar Savarkar (Veer Savarkar) on his birth anniversary. Who was Veer Savarkar Aspect Details Early Life Born on 28th May, 1883 in Nashik, Maharashtra. Known as Swatantryaveer Savarkar. A freedom fighter, lawyer, writer, and social reformer. Revolutionary Work – Founded Mitra Mela […]
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