Current Affairs
Pendency of Cases in Indian Judiciary
Why in the news? The pendency of cases in the Supreme Court has reached an all-time high of 88,417, even when the court is currently functioning with its full sanctioned judicial strength of 34 judges. Pendency of Cases in the … Continue reading
Romania
Why in the news? Russian drones violated the airspace of Romania which is a NATO member country. Romania Location: Located at the crossroads of Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe. Capital: Bucharest Border Countries: Ukraine, Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Moldova. Bordering … Continue reading
Manki-Munda System
Why in the news? The Ho community in Jharkhand is protesting over the government’s intervention into the tribes Manki-Munda System. Manki-Munda System What is it?: It is a Traditional Governance of Ho tribe (Kolhan, Jharkhand). Munda → hereditary village head; … Continue reading
Gyan Bharatam Portal and Gyan Bharatam Mission
Why in the news? Prime Minister Modi launched the Gyan Bharatam portal at the International Conference on Gyan Bharatam. Gyan Bharatam Portal Bharatam Portal is a dedicated digital platform to accelerate manuscript digitisation, preservation, and public access, and address the … Continue reading
Decentralised Finance(DeFi)
Why in the news? Concerns regarding the misuse of DeFi for illicit activities are arising in recent days. Decentralised Finance(DeFi) What is it?: It refers to a financial ecosystem built on blockchain networks (primarily Ethereum) that uses smart contracts to … Continue reading
Operation Polo
Why in the news? September 13 marks the 77th anniversary of Operation Polo. Operation Polo What is it?: Operation Polo was a military operation carried out by the Indian government in 1948 to annex the princely state of Hyderabad. Background: … Continue reading
AI Weather Forecasting for Farmers
Why in the news? The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (MoAFW) is implementing an AI-based weather forecasting program targeted at farmers. AI Weather Forecasting for Farmers What is it?: It is the usage of AI powered tools to provide … Continue reading
Albania
Why in the news? Albania became the first country to induct an AI powered government minister- Diella. Albania Location: Located in the Balkan Peninsula in South-eastern Europe. Capital: Tirana Neighbouring Countries: Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Greece. Maritime boundary: Adriatic … Continue reading
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
Why in the news? Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) marks five years of its launch. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) Launch: September 10, 2020 Ministry: Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying. Aim: To give … Continue reading
Erra Matti Dibbalu (Red Sand Dunes)
Why in the news? The Erra Matti Dibbalu (Red Sand Dunes) have been included in the UNESCO Tentative List of World Natural Heritage Sites. Erra Matti Dibbalu (Red Sand Dunes) Location: Bay of Bengal coast near Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Area: … Continue reading