Archives: Current Affair

Understanding Sita’s Bihar Ties Acharya Kishore Kunal, former Chairman of the Bihar State Board of Religious Trust, delves into the roots of Sita’s connection with Bihar. Bihar’s Chief Minister, Nitish Kumar, recently unveiled a monumental Rs 72-crore plan to develop Goddess Sita’s birthplace in Punaura Dham, Sitamarhi. This move has sparked discussions about Sita’s significance […]

Divergent Interpretations Two recent Supreme Court rulings shed light on the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) powers of arrest, specifically regarding the provision of written grounds for arrest at the time of custody. While one bench criticized the lack of written grounds as an arbitrary exercise of power, another upheld it, providing insights into the interpretation of […]

Background on the School of Happiness The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), governing the BTR, has diligently crafted plans for over a year to establish the International School of Peace and Happiness. Addressing Regional Challenges With a history marked by ethnic conflicts and extremism, the BTR aims to cultivate human values and harmonious coexistence through this […]

Unveiling CRISPR: A Game-Changing Journey The medical realm is in the throes of a monumental breakthrough as CRISPR-based therapies gain approval for treating sickle-cell disease and β-thalassemia in the U.K. and the U.S. The potential to transform the lives of millions grappling with these hereditary blood disorders looms large. Evolution from Discovery to Realization CRISPR, […]

Introduction Addressing the surge in cyber threats, the Centre has taken proactive measures by introducing a robust secure email system aimed at safeguarding critical ministries and departments. This initiative, spearheaded by the National Informatics Centre (NIC), revolves around Zero Trust Authentication (ZTA) to fortify digital defenses against evolving cyberattacks. Understanding Zero Trust Authentication (ZTA) Zero […]

Introduction The Logistics Ease across Different States (LEADS) 2023 report, recently released by the government, marks a comprehensive assessment of logistics performance across 11 States and two Union Territories (UTs) in India. Encompassing a diverse array of regions, including coastal, landlocked, and North Eastern States and UTs, the report provides crucial insights into the logistical […]

Cassini Mission Overview The Cassini mission, launched in October 1997 by NASA, ESA, and ASI, centered on studying Saturn, its rings, moons, and magnetosphere. Its key objectives included a comprehensive study of Saturn’s atmosphere, exploration of its rings and moons, and an in-depth analysis of its magnetosphere. Milestones and Discoveries The mission’s notable achievements include […]

Introduction Recently, the State Bank of India (SBI) implemented an increase, up to 10 basis points, in its Marginal Cost of Funds-Based Lending Rate (MCLR) for selected tenures. This move underlines the significance of comprehending MCLR and its role in the lending landscape. What is MCLR? MCLR stands as the minimum lending rate, establishing the […]

Introduction Uma Sekhar, representing India, clinched a significant role in the governing council of the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT) during the recent elections held in Rome. Her election success within the inaugural round highlights India’s active participation in this esteemed institution. UNIDROIT: An Overview Background Established in 1926 as an […]

Introduction The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently achieved a significant milestone with the successful flight trial of the Autonomous Flying Wing Technology Demonstrator in Karnataka’s Chitradurga. This cutting-edge technology showcases India’s prowess in high-speed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), marking a momentous achievement in indigenous aerospace development. Key Highlights Innovation in Design and Development […]