PIB Summaries 02 March 2024
CONTENTS Exercise MILAN 2024 Context: Exercise MILAN 2024 recently concluded with the closing ceremony held aboard the INS Vikrant, marking the end of the Sea Phase off Visakhapatnam. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges MILAN 2024: 12th Edition of Multilateral Naval Exercise Introduction: Objective: Historical Background: Participating Nations: Two-Phase Structure: Exercise Samudra Laksamana Context: The third edition of Exercise Samudra Laksamana […]
PIB Summaries 29 February 2024
Contents: Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards Focus: GS-1: History, Art and Culture Why in News? The General Council of Sangeet Natak Akademi unanimously elected six (6) eminent personalities in the field of performing arts as Akademi Fellows (Akademi Ratna). About Sangeet Natak Akademi: National Commission for Backward Classes Focus: GS II: Polity and Governance Why in […]
PIB Summaries 28 February 2024
Contents: ‘Jamaat-e-Islami Jammu Kashmir’ Declared as an ‘Unlawful Association’ Focus: GS II: Polity and Governance Why in News? The Government of India has declared ‘Jamaat-e-Islami Jammu Kashmir’ as an ‘Unlawful Association’ for a further period of 5 years. The declaration was made under Section 3(1) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) 1967. The organisation […]
PIB Summaries 27 February 2024
Contents: Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Focus: GS I- Important Personalities Why in News? The Prime Minister of Indian paid tributes to Veer Savarkar on his Punya Tithi on 26 February. About Vinayak Damodar Savarkar Nationalism and social reforms: Related Organisations and Work: Abhinav Bharat Society (Young India Society) Hindu Mahasabha Free India Society Surge in Coal […]
PIB Summaries 26 February 2024
CONTENTS Chief Justice of India Inaugurates Ayush Holistic Wellness Centre at Supreme Court Context: In a notable development, the Chief Justice of India inaugurated the ‘Ayush Holistic Wellness Centre (AYUSH HWC)’ at the Supreme Court, marking a significant milestone in promoting holistic health within the judiciary. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of […]
PIB Summaries 24 February 2024
CONTENTS NaViGate Bharat Portal Context: Recently, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting launched four portals — Press Sewa, National Register for LCOs, CBC, NaViGate Bharat. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: NaViGate Bharat Portal: Bridging Information Gaps Development and Purpose: Features and Functions: Press Sewa Portal: Streamlining Periodical Registration Under […]
PIB Summaries 23 February 2024
CONTENTS Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) for Sugarcane Context: Recently, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved ₹340/quintal as the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane for sugar season 2024-25 at sugar recovery rate of 10.25%. Relevance: GS-III: Agriculture (Agricultural Pricing and Marketing, Food Security) Dimensions of the Article: What is Fair and Remunerative […]
PIB Summaries 22 February 2024
CONTENTS IBSA Forum Context: Recently, India has contributed USD 1 million to a fund established by India, Brazil and South Africa. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: IBSA Forum Objectives: The main objectives of the IBSA Forum are to strengthen the South-South cooperation and promote the interests of developing countries in the […]
PIB Summaries 21 February 2024
CONTENTS INDUS-X Summit Context: The defence ministry said the ‘INDUS-X’ summit in Delhi marks a “significant milestone” in the collaborative efforts between the two countries. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: U.S.-India Defense Accelerator Ecosystem (INDUS-X): Promoting Collaborative Defense Innovation Launch and Background: Objective: Key Components of INDUS-X: Focus Areas: Specific Goals: […]
PIB Summaries 20 February 2024
CONTENTS IREDA’s Contribution to World Bank Webinar on India’s Renewable Energy Landscape Context: The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) recently participated in an international webinar organized by the World Bank. The session focused on India’s renewable energy scenario, highlighting its ambitious targets to address climate change and ensure energy security. Relevance: GS III: Indian […]