National Science Day Celebrated Across India
Why in the News ? India is observing National Science Day 2026 on February 28 to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir C.V. Raman. Leaders, including Union […]
E-Rupee Pilot Launched for Food Subsidy
Why in the News ? The Union government has launched a pilot in Puducherry to distribute food subsidy using the RBI’s e-rupee (CBDC). This marks the first instance of programming […]
T.K. Oommen: Architect of Modern Indian Sociology
Why in the News? Eminent sociologist T.K. Oommen, former President of the International Sociological Association (ISA) and Professor-Emeritus at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), passed away at 88. He was widely […]
ARFID: Beyond Picky Eating to Disorder
Why in the News ? Growing awareness about Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) highlights that extreme picky eating may signal a serious mental health condition, not stubbornness. Experts stress early […]
UN Launches First Carbon Credits Mechanism
Why in the News ? The United Nations has approved the first carbon credits under the Paris Agreement Crediting Mechanism (PACM), marking operationalisation of a global carbon market aligned with […]
Delhi HC Upholds Passport as Fundamental Liberty
Why in the News ? The Delhi High Court ruled that the right to hold a passport and travel abroad is an essential part of Article 21 (Right to Personal […]
SC Bars Gender Bias in Open Prisons
Why in the News ? The Supreme Court has ruled that exclusion of female prisoners from Open Correctional Institutions (OCIs) is unconstitutional and amounts to gender-based discrimination, directing States and […]
Carbon Capture Technologies Enable Low Carbon Industrial Growth
Why in News ? Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies are gaining attention as India explores solutions to reduce emissions from hard-to-abate industrial sectors. With India targeting net-zero emissions by […]
Triveni Kala Sangam Celebrates Seventy Five Years Legacy
Why in News ? Triveni Kala Sangam, one of India’s leading cultural institutions, is celebrating its 75th anniversary with special programmes from February 27 to March 15 in New Delhi. […]
Amit Shah Pays Tribute to Veer Savarkar
Why in News ? Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary, recognizing his contribution to India’s freedom struggle, social reforms, and ideological leadership. […]