Why in the news? Lebanon and Israel have both named civilian representatives to a committee that was previously composed only of military officials to oversee implementation of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire.. Lebanon Location: Lebanon is a country in West Asia. Capital: … Continue reading →

Why in the news? In recent years, amendments to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act have been introduced to strengthen domestic mining by enabling exploration licences, national-level auctions, inclusion of mining-associated minerals, and the creation of a national … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The NCBC has proposed removing 35 communities from the Central OBC list in West Bengal. National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) Formation Established in 1993 under the National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993. Received constitutional … Continue reading →

Why in news? India continues to account for about 57% of global leprosy cases, with factors such as genetic vulnerability and poor living conditions increasing susceptibility to the disease. Leprosy Other Nme: Leprosy is also known as Hansen’s Disease. Fact: … Continue reading →