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The Siang Upper Multipurpose Hydroelectric Project is a proposed dam and hydroelectric power project on the Siang River, the Indian extension of the Brahmaputra River, in the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh. This ambitious project aims to address India’s growing energy demands while tapping into the hydropower potential of the Siang River. Key Facts Location: […]

United Nations Convention on the Law of the Non-Navigational Uses of International Watercourses (UN Watercourses Convention, 1997) Adopted: 1997 Came into Force: 2014 Purpose: Provides a framework for the use, management, and protection of international watercourses. Key Principles: Equitable and reasonable utilization: Ensures fair use of shared water resources. Obligation to prevent significant harm: States […]

What is  Manmohanomics ? Dr. Manmohan Singh’s Economic Philosophy: Manmohanomics refers to the economic philosophy and policies associated with Dr. Manmohan Singh, particularly his approach to liberalizing and reforming the Indian economy. It encapsulates his contributions to economic theory, governance, and policymaking, which emphasized a mix of market-oriented reforms and social equity. Planning vs. Market […]

Why in News ? Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone of the Ken- Betwa River Linking National Project on December 25, on the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The Congress criticised the PM for this, saying the project poses a threat to the Panna Tiger Reserve Ken-Betwa River Linking […]

NexCAR19 is India’s first indigenous CAR T-cell therapy, developed to treat certain types of blood cancers, specifically B-cell lymphomas and B-acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL). This innovative treatment involves modifying a patient’s own T cells to target and destroy cancer cells. Key Features of NexCAR19: Effectiveness: Clinical trials have shown that approximately 70% of patients respond […]

 Why in News? As rupee hits new lows, real effective exchange rate soars to an all-time high REER Hits Record High: The Real Effective Exchange Rate (REER) of the Indian rupee reached an all-time high of 108.14 in November 2024, representing a 4.5% increase from the start of the year. The REER measures the rupee’s […]

India’s India Domestic Migration Declines By Nearly 12%: This point highlights a significant decrease in domestic migration in India, with the migrant population falling by 11.78% compared to the 2011 census. The decline suggests shifts in migration patterns within the country, possibly driven by economic or social factors. Decline in Migrant Population and Migration Rate: […]

The ongoing naval cooperation between India and Sri Lanka plays a pivotal role in enhancing maritime security, fostering bilateral ties, and addressing shared challenges in the Indian Ocean region. Below is an explanation of the key points: 1. SLINEX 2024 (Sri Lanka – India Naval Exercise 2024) SLINEX is an annual bilateral exercise between the […]

The Post Office Rules, 2024 and Post Office Regulations, 2024, issued under the Post Office Act, 2023, are part of a comprehensive reform by the Department of Posts to modernize and enhance postal services in India. Here is an explanation of the key points: 1. Introduction of Subordinate Legislations The Post Office Act, 2023 came […]

Dr. Manmohan Singh, a prominent Indian economist, academic, and politician, has made significant contributions to India’s political and economic landscape. His tenure as the Finance Minister (1991–1996) and later as the Prime Minister of India (2004–2014) marked transformative phases in the country’s economic and political history. Early Life and Education: Birth: Born on 26 September […]