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Sadanand Vasant Date, a Maharashtra cadre officer who was recognized for his bravery in stopping terrorists during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks and winning the President's Medal for Gallantry, has been named the new Director General of the NIA.


Following the passage of a same-sex marriage bill, Thailand is poised to become the first country in Southeast Asia to recognize equal marriage.
The lower house of parliament overwhelmingly voted in favor of it, with 400 voting in favor and just 10 against. If the bill is passed, Thailand would become the third nation in Asia to allow gay marriage.


A bill that forbids minors under the age of 14 from having social media accounts has been signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. According to the law, 14 and 15-year-olds need parental consent in order to register for accounts on websites like Meta, TikTok, and others. In order to validate their age, all social media users in Florida are required to submit identification documents.




Self-Regulatory Organisations: What is RBI’s Omnibus Framework?

Self-Regulatory Organisations (SROs) in India are crucial in overseeing and regulating various sectors, especially in the financial services industry. Read here to learn more about them. The self-regulatory organisations set and enforce rules and standards for their industry or profession, to ensure fair practice, protect consumers, and maintain trust in the system. While they operate…

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The Zanskar Highway, also known as the Nimmu–Padum–Darcha Road, connects Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh through the Zanskar Valley. It links the villages of Darcha in Lahul and Spiti and Padum in Zanskar with Nimmu in the Indus Valley. Built by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), it improves connectivity between Ladakh and the rest of India by acting as an alternative to the Leh–Manali Highway


Electoral Bonds vs Electoral Trusts: How are they different?

Electoral bonds vs Electoral Trusts- How are they different? What are their key features? Electoral bonds and electoral trusts represent two mechanisms in India designed to provide a level of transparency and regulation to the financing of political parties and electoral activities. Read here to learn more. Before the controversial Electoral Bonds Scheme was introduced…

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Kerala has shifted accountability from the forest department to the state disaster management authority by declaring the conflict between humans and animals a state-specific disaster. Uttar Pradesh is the first state in India to declare a man-animal conflict-related death a state disaster. The state disaster management authority ordered the deceased's family to provide Rs 5 lakh in compensation.


Researchers discovered a new species of tiny, fish-eating crustacean (isopod) living in the deep waters near Kollam, India. They named it "Brucethoa isro" as a tribute to the Indian space agency, ISRO, and its impressive space missions.


The Commission launched the Saksham App to facilitate easier voting for PWDs and to avail facilities at Polling Stations. Further, it is pushing for permanent Assured Minimum Facilities in schools as a gift of the election process to the students.


Gaza Humanitarian Crisis

The Gaza humanitarian crisis is a direct consequence of the prolonged conflict, blockade, and political divisions in the region. Why are several U.N. organisations alerting us to the dire starvation and food crisis in the beleaguered Palestinian enclave? What is the economic situation in Gaza? Read here to learn more. The Gaza Strip, one of…

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Cocoa Cultivation in India

Cocoa cultivation in India is an intriguing chapter in the country’s agricultural landscape, offering a blend of challenges and opportunities. Read here to learn more. Although India is not among the world’s largest producers of cocoa, the cultivation of this crop has been steadily growing, primarily due to the increasing demand from the domestic chocolate…

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Forced Labour: ILO study points at 37% increase in illegal profits

3.5 people for every 1,000 engaged in forced labour according to a recent ILO study. The illegal profits from forced labour have increased by 37% in the last 10 years despite numerous regulations in place. Read here to learn more. A study by the International Labour Organization (ILO) “Profits and poverty: The economics of Forced…

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