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India’s economy is in a “sweet spot” from a macroeconomic standpoint, blending strong growth with easing inflation, according to a recent report by Moody’s. The ratings agency projected India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to grow by 7.2% in 2024, followed by 6.6% in 2025 and 6.5% in 2026. In the second quarter of 2024, India’s real […]

The President of Sri Lanka is the head of state, head of government, and commander-in-chief of the armed forces. Sri Lanka has an executive presidential system where the president plays a significant role in governance. Here’s an overview of the process for electing the president and related aspects: 1. Election Process A. Direct Election by […]

foreign tribes in news : Mashco Piro In 2024, the Mashco Piro, an uncontacted tribe from Peru’s Amazon rainforest, emerged from isolation. The tribe left their isolated habitat due to encroachment and the search for food and safety. The Peruvian government established the Madre de Dios Territorial Reserve to protect the Mashco Piro’s territory, but […]

Sir Fredrick Banting’s birth anniversary is observed as World Diabetes Day onNovember 14every year as a tribute to the history behind the discovery of insulin, one of medicine’s greatest breakthrough; the eternal Flame of Hope burns in Canada tohonourBanting’s achievement Discovery of Insulin: Historical Context: Before the discovery of insulin, diabetes, especially Type 1 diabetes, […]

Namami Gange Program: The Namami Gange Program started in June 2014 to clean up the Ganges River and its tributaries. Initially, it was supposed to end in March 2021 with a budget of Rs. 20,000 crore. Because the work is ongoing and important, the Indian government has extended the program, now called Namami Gange Mission-II, […]

About Dominica Dominica, officially known as the Commonwealth of Dominica, is an island country in the Caribbean. It is known for its lush rainforests, volcanic terrain, and nickname, the “Nature Isle of the Caribbean.” Key Facts Capital: Roseau Area: Approximately 750 square kilometers Population: Around 72,000 Official Language: English Currency: East Caribbean Dollar (XCD) Government: Parliamentary […]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be conferred with the highest civilian award of the Commonwealth of Dominica, the Dominica Award of Honour. The award will be in recognition of PM Modi’s contributions to Dominica during the Covid-19 pandemic. “The Commonwealth of Dominica will bestow its highest national award, the Dominica Award of Honour, upon His […]

Article 14 cannot be used to perpetuate illegality against someone: Supreme Court Noting that Article 14 of the Constitution could not be used to perpetuate illegality, the Supreme Court recently held that a person could not claim equal treatment based on an illegal benefit conferred to someone else. The order was recently passed by the […]

Razakars: Why in News ? The term was recently was used in a election campaign by the Chief minister of Uttar Pradesh. About the Razakars : The Razakars were a militia group associated with the Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (MIM) under the Nizam of Hyderabad, notably active in the period leading up to the annexation of Hyderabad by […]

The Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) is a prominent, independent research organization in India focused on policy-oriented research to address critical challenges in energy, environment, and resource sustainability. It engages with national and international stakeholders to influence evidence-based policy for sustainable development and energy transitions. CEEW’s work spans various areas, including clean energy […]