vdAdmin August 7, 2024
Waqf Board Amendment Bill 2024:
Why in News? The Waqf Board Amendment Bill 2024 was recently brought in parliament to bring changes in the Waqf Act of 1995. The Waqf Board Amendment Bill 2024 aims to enhance accountability and transparency in the management of Waqf properties in India. It will amend around 40 amendments to the existing Waqf Act of […]
vdAdmin July 29, 2024
United Nations’ State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI): 2024
More than half of India’s total population (55.6 per cent) is unable to afford a healthy diet, according to the United Nations’ State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report published on July 24, 2024. Although this proportion has seen a continuous decline (except in 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic stuck), it was still higher […]
vdAdmin July 25, 2024
India’s elderly population expected to double by 2050: UNFPA
The elderly population of India is expected to double by 2050, according to United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) India chief Andrea Wojnar. This includes the factors of India’s youthful population, ageing population, urbanisation, migration, and climate resilience. the number of individuals who are 60 years of age and above is projected to double to 346 […]
vdAdmin July 24, 2024
About NPS Vatsalya Plan:
Why in news ? Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her budget speech 2024-2025 announced the launch of a new pension scheme ‘Vatsalya’ for children (NPS Vatsalya Plan). This scheme is a form of the National Pension System (NPS), which has been specially designed for the youth. Keeping in mind the future of the children, Sitharaman, […]
vdAdmin July 22, 2024
MANAS’ (Madak Padarth Nishedh Asuchna Kendra) Why in News ? National Narcotics Helpline ‘MANAS’ (Madak Padarth Nishedh Asuchna Kendra) has been recently launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Key Points: The Minister launched a toll-free helpline called MANAS (Madak Padarth Nishedh Asuchna Kendra) at All agencies should move from ‘Need to Know’ policy to […]
vdAdmin July 20, 2024
PM SHRI Scheme:
Why in news ? The Centre has stopped funding for the umbrella program for school education in three opposition-ruled states that have refused to implement its PM SHRI scheme. The Samagra Shiksha Scheme, for which funding has been stopped in West Bengal, Punjab, and Delhi, supports implementation of the Right of Children to Free and […]
vdAdmin June 24, 2024
The National Forensic Infrastructure Enhancement Scheme (NFIES):
Why in News ?The National Forensic Infrastructure Enhancement Scheme (NFIES) is a significant initiative approved recently by the Indian Union Cabinet to strengthen the country’s forensic science capabilities. The scheme will be operated by the Union Home Ministry. The scheme will be a central sector scheme (100% financed by Central Government) with a total outlay […]
vdAdmin June 15, 2024
Migrant workers: The Invisible workers
Why in News ? In recent fire in Kuwait around 49 deaths have been reported and at least 50 people have been injured. Among the deceased, 42 were reportedly Indians and 24 of them were from Kerala. The cause of fire is still not confirmed This incident has once again brought attention to the lack […]
vdAdmin June 11, 2024
About the National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX):
Why in News ? The Health Ministry and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) are collaborating to launch the National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX). About the National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX): The National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX) is a digital platform launched by the National Health Authority (NHA) in India. It aims […]
vdAdmin May 25, 2024
Allahabad HC Acquits Husband in Dowry & Harassment Case:
Why in News ? The Allahabad High Court has acquitted and quashed the conviction and sentence of a husband in a case under Section 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act (DP Act) and IPC Sections 498A, 307, 323 and 34 IPC based on lack of credibility in the testimony of wife. The Court also held […]
