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Why in News ? A new visa program called “Gold Card” has been announced by Donald Trump, aimed at foreign investors seeking permanent residency and a pathway to American citizenship. Price: $5 million flat fee. Privileges: Green Card benefits plus a direct route to citizenship. Replacement for EB-5 Program: EB-5 Program Overview: Introduced in 1990, […]

Why in News? The Time Use Survey (TUS), 2024, conducted by the National Statistics Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), has gained attention for highlighting significant changes in time utilization patterns across India. Key findings include an increase in women’s participation in employment-related activities, greater acknowledgment of caregiving responsibilities irrespective of gender, […]

Why in News? The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report tabled in the Delhi Assembly has highlighted flaws in the 2021-22 liquor policy by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, resulting in losses exceeding Rs2,000 crore. The report cites revenue losses, procedural violations, and policy lapses, drawing attention to the mismanagement under then Deputy Chief […]

Why in News? The NAKSHA Scheme (National Geospatial Knowledge-based Land Survey of Urban Habitations) has gained attention as the Central government launched its pilot phase across 152 urban local bodies in 26 states. The scheme aims to modernize urban land records, providing comprehensive geospatial data for effective governance and urban planning. What is NAKSHA? A […]

Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type 1: Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a rare genetic disorder that affects the motor neurons in the spinal cord, leading to progressive muscle weakness and atrophy. SMA Type 1, also known as Werdnig-Hoffmann disease, is the most severe and early-onset form of SMA. Causes: Genetic Mutation:SMA is caused by a […]

Why in News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Advantage Assam 2.0 Investors’ Summit on February 25, 2025, in Guwahati. The summit emphasizes the role of Eastern India, particularly Assam, in shaping India’s economic growth and attracting global investments. Key Points: 1. Event Highlights: The two-day Advantage Assam 2.0 Investors’ Summit includes: Inaugural Session. Seven […]

Why in News ? The Supreme Court recently emphasized that sexual equality, along with moral and ethical training on respectful behavior towards women, must be incorporated into school curriculums. Need for Sexual Equality: Addressing Deep-Rooted Patriarchy:India continues to face challenges stemming from gender biases that restrict opportunities for women in various domains. Economic Participation:Gender disparities […]

Why in News? Surveillance capitalism has come under scrutiny for its reliance on the commodification of personal data, its impact on privacy and autonomy, and its links to state surveillance. What is Surveillance Capitalism? Definition: An economic system where personal data is collected, analysed, and sold by corporations to predict and manipulate human behaviour. Core […]

Why in News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a Quality of Public Expenditure (QPE) index to evaluate how well the Indian government (Centre and States) spends public money, considering the balance between fiscal discipline and developmental priorities. Key Highlights: Why it Matters? Government funds are taxpayer money, and effective spending directly impacts […]

Why in News? The first-ever Regional Dialogue on Social Justice under the Global Coalition for Social Justice was inaugurated in New Delhi, marking a significant international initiative hosted by India. Key Points: Inauguration of Regional Dialogue: Inaugurated by Union Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya. Organized under the […]