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The government has appointed Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). He will be the 26th Governor of RBI and will replace the current Governor Shaktikanta Das. The appointment of the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is governed by the provisions of the Reserve Bank of […]

The Vice President of India can be removed from office by a process of impeachment outlined in Article 67(b) of the Constitution of India. This process is distinct from the impeachment of the President and is governed by a simpler mechanism. Key Provisions for the Removal of the Vice President: Grounds for Removal: The Constitution […]

The Bunker Convention, formally known as the International Convention on Civil Liability for Bunker Oil Pollution Damage, 2001, is an international treaty established under the auspices of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). It aims to ensure adequate compensation for damage caused by oil spills resulting from the use of bunker oil (fuel used by ships). […]

Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024 and the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024: The Government is preparing to introduce several significant bills aimed at driving much-needed reforms in the shipping industry. Key among them are the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024 and the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024, both of which promise to bring transformative changes to boost the sector. […]

Antimatter is a type of material composed of antiparticles, which are counterparts to the particles making up regular matter. These antiparticles have the same mass as particles of normal matter but opposite charges and quantum properties. When antimatter comes into contact with matter, they annihilate each other, releasing vast amounts of energy as gamma rays […]

Mule Hunter AI is an advanced artificial intelligence tool or system designed to detect and prevent fraudulent activities, particularly those involving money mules in financial systems. Money mules are individuals who transfer stolen or illegally obtained funds on behalf of others, often as part of larger schemes like money laundering or cybercrime operations. Key Features […]

Article Published : The Hindu ( 09/12/2024) Important for – GS 1 /GS 3 Gist/ Summary of the Article: Incident of Contaminated Water in Chennai: Three people died, and 34 others were hospitalized in Pallavaram, Chennai, due to suspected consumption of contaminated piped water. The contamination highlights the gap in ensuring potable water, even in […]

M Venkaiah Naidu writes: Don’t disrupt the House of debate Article Published : The Indian Express ( 09/12/2024) Important for –GS 2/GS IV/Essay Gist/ Summary of the Article: Decline in Parliamentary Standards: Recent disruptions in Parliament and state legislatures undermine democratic functioning and public trust. Instances like unruly behavior, sloganeering, and lack of decorum detract […]

Origins (Pre-2011) Syria was ruled by the Assad family since 1970, with Hafez al-Assad holding power until his death in 2000. Bashar al-Assad succeeded him and initially promised political reforms but maintained authoritarian control. Socioeconomic issues, including unemployment, poverty, and droughts, further fueled discontent. Arab Spring and Protests (2011) Inspired by the Arab Spring, protests […]

Decoupling refers to breaking the traditional link between two related factors, particularly economic growth and environmental degradation. In this context, it means achieving economic growth without a proportional increase in negative environmental impacts, such as greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Types of Decoupling: Relative Decoupling: Economic growth occurs at a faster rate than the increase in […]