Why in the news? The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) cancelled the FCRA license of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s organisation. Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) Origin: During the Emergency, the FCRA was passed in 1976 due to concerns that … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Union Home Ministry extended the  Armed Forces (Special  Powers) Act in parts of Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh,  and Nagaland for six  months. Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) Origin Rooted in colonial legislation: Armed Forces (Special … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The centre released Rs 540 crore under the August-November instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme to beneficiaries in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Uttarakhand, which were recently hit by floods. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Launched: February … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) signed a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to prevent financial crimes. Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) Set up: 2004 by the Government of India. Nature: Central … Continue reading →

Why in the news? MiG-21 jets fly into history after 6 decades of service in Indian forces. MiG-21 Fighter What is it? The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 is a Soviet-origin supersonic jet fighter. First inducted into the Indian Air Force (IAF) in … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Ministry of External Affairs hosted a meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) in New York. Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) Formation: FIPIC is a multilateral platform established … Continue reading →

Why in the news? The Union Finance Minister formally launched the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT), marking a significant milestone in India’s GST journey. Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) What is it?: GSTAT is a statutory … Continue reading →