Current Affairs Notes

China’s mega-dam project on the Brahmaputra River, particularly at the Great Bend region in Medog County, has significant implications for the Himalayan bioregion and the communities living alongside the river basin.  Read here to learn more. On December 25, 2024, China approved the construction … [Read more...] about China’s Mega-dam Project in Tibet: What are the implications for India?

The burqa ban prohibits full-face veils or coverings, such as the burqa or niqab, in public spaces. Several countries have implemented such bans, citing various reasons. The ban is central to ongoing debates on religious freedom, women's rights, secularism, and cultural identity. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Burqa ban: Why are many countries implementing such bans?

India's police organization is made up of central and state police forces. The central government recruits the Indian Police Service (IPS), DANIPS, and Pondicherry Police Service. State governments recruit their own state police services. Read here to learn more. The home minister of India … [Read more...] about Police Organization in India

BHARATPOL Portal has been launched to Enhance Law Enforcement Collaboration both nationally and internationally. It represents an advancement in India’s law enforcement capabilities, international cooperation and crime control. Read here to learn more. The Union Home Minister's launch of the … [Read more...] about BHARATPOL Portal: Enhancing Law Enforcement Collaboration

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that primarily affects the respiratory tract. It was first identified in 2001 in the Netherlands and is a significant cause of respiratory illnesses, particularly in children, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Human metapneumovirus (HMPV): Is it a cause for panic?

Green GDP is an economic indicator that adjusts traditional Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by incorporating environmental factors. It accounts for the economic costs of environmental degradation, resource depletion, and pollution, presenting a more sustainable measure of a nation's economic … [Read more...] about Green GDP: Aligning economic progress with environmental conservation

Crop insurance schemes in India aim to protect farmers from financial losses due to crop failure or damage caused by natural disasters, pests, and diseases. These schemes play a vital role in stabilizing farmers' incomes and ensuring the sustainability of agriculture. Read here to learn more. The … [Read more...] about Crop Insurance Schemes in India

India's renewable energy journey has reached a notable milestone, with the total installed capacity surpassing 200 GW. This marks a crucial step toward the nation’s 500 GW non-fossil energy target by 2030. This achievement underscores India's commitment to sustainable development and combating … [Read more...] about Renewable Energy Potential in India

The U.S. H1B visa program, which plays a pivotal role in facilitating the movement of skilled foreign professionals, has been under heightened scrutiny, particularly due to its significant impact on Indian workers who are its primary beneficiaries. The program allows U.S. employers to hire skilled … [Read more...] about H1B Visa Program: The debate continues