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Why in News? Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena inaugurated the Amrut Biodiversity Park along NH-24 in the Yamuna floodplains. This initiative is a significant step towards restoring Delhi’s floodplain ecosystem and enhancing the city’s green cover. Key Points: Location and Area: The park spans 90 hectares on the eastern bank of the Yamuna, near NH-24. Objective: […]

Why Did Lalit Modi Choose Vanuatu? Lalit Modi, wanted by Indian law enforcement agencies, applied for Vanuatu citizenship likely due to its “golden passport” program. Golden Passport Program: Vanuatu’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) scheme allows wealthy individuals to purchase citizenship. Tax Benefits: No personal tax on income earned locally or internationally. No capital gains, inheritance, […]

Why in News? The government is set to launch “Pashu Aushadhi” stores across India to provide affordable generic veterinary medicines for people involved in animal husbandry and dairying. This initiative is part of the revised Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP), which has a budget of ₹3,880 crore for 2024-25 and 2025-26. Key Points: […]

Why in News ? March 7 marks the first Friday of Ramzan (or Ramadan), the Islamic holy month. Muslims worldwide observe roza, a ritual fast, during this period. The fast is broken at sunset with iftar, a meal of significant religious and cultural importance. The word iftar originates from an Arabic term meaning “breaking of […]

Why in News? Brazil, as the host of the upcoming COP30 climate conference in Belem, has proposed setting up “additional multilateral mechanisms” to strengthen global climate governance and ensure the fulfillment of climate commitments. Key Points: Proposal for Additional Mechanisms: Brazil suggested complementary structures to the Paris Agreement framework to monitor and ensure climate action […]

Why in News? An operative of the banned terror outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), linked to Pakistan’s ISI, was arrested by the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) and Punjab Police while planning a terror attack during the recently concluded Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Key Points: Arrest Details: Arrested Operative: Lajar Masih, BKI member with […]

Why in News The Union government launched AI Kosha, a platform with non-personal datasets to assist in developing artificial intelligence (AI) models and tools. This marks a significant step in India’s state-backed AI initiative under the IndiaAI Mission. Key Points: Launch of AI Kosha: A repository for non-personal data to build AI models and tools. […]

Why in news ? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has  announced liquidity injection measures, including open market operation (OMO) purchase of Government Securities (G-Secs) and US dollar/Indian rupee Buy/Sell swap, aggregating about ₹1.87 lakh crore to alleviate expected liquidity tightness in the banking system. Open Market Operation (OMO): Open Market Operations (OMOs) are a […]

Origins and Historical Context Emerged as a response to 19th-century liberal democracy’s exploitation under capitalism. Reaction to the failures of collectivist doctrines and dictatorship during the 20th century. Philosophical Foundation: New Humanism Advocates a rational, secular morality derived from human nature and scientific understanding. Emphasizes human dignity, sovereignty, and creativity based on individual rationality. Democratic […]

Quantum Technology and National Security Risks 1. Unique Features of Quantum Computing Quantum computing uses quantum bits (qubits), which can exist in multiple states simultaneously. Offers immense computational power, enabling faster execution of certain tasks compared to classical computers. Potential to crack modern encryption systems, destabilize financial markets, and revolutionize military capabilities. 2. National Security […]