Why in the News? ● Record Milestone: Workers’ remittances to India crossed $100 billion for the first time, reaching $110.47 billion in FY26. ● BoP Support: Strong remittance inflows helped India record a Balance of Payments (BoP) surplus of $7.22 billion in Q4 FY26 despite weak FDI and FPI inflows. ● Growth Trend: Remittances increased…
Why in the News? ● Legacy Debate: On Birsa Munda’s death anniversary (9 June), tribal organisations renewed efforts to protect his legacy amid the debate on delisting tribal converts from the Scheduled Tribes list. ● Identity Question: Discussions have resurfaced regarding Adivasi identity, land rights, religion, and self-governance, themes closely associated with Birsa Munda. ● …
Universal School of Administration cordially invites students, parents, faculty, and well-wishers to Graduation Day 2026, a proud occasion dedicated to celebrating the achievements, hard work, and academic journey of the graduating students. The event will be presided over by Mr. R. Upendra Shetty, Chairman, Universal Group of Institutions. The programme will be graced by Mr….
Why in the News? VB-GRAM-G: KEY FEATURES MGNREGA: KEY FACTS RURAL DEVELOPMENT IN INDIA● Meaning: Rural development focuses on improving the economic, social, and infrastructural conditions of rural areas while adhering to principles of environmental democracy and environmental jurisprudence.● Key Ministries: Primarily implemented through the Ministry of Rural Development and allied departments.● Major Schemes: Includes…
Why in the News? EASY CONNECT MODEL: KEY FEATURES HUB-AND-SPOKE MODEL UDAN SCHEME● Launch: UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) was launched in 2016 under the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS).● Nodal Ministry: Implemented by the Ministry of Civil Aviation.● Objective: To make air travel affordable and accessible while enhancing regional connectivity, with airport development projects…
Why in the News? SB64: KEY FACTS CLIMATE FINANCE: KEY FACTS UNITED NATIONS FRAMEWORK CONVENTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE (UNFCCC)● Establishment: The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was adopted at the Rio Earth Summit, 1992.● Objective: To stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations and prevent dangerous human interference with the climate system, promoting a pollution…
Why in the News? MICRO ENTERPRISES: KEY FACTS CRIF HIGH MARK AND CREDIT BUREAUS MSME SECTOR IN INDIA● Definition: MSMEs comprise Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises engaged in manufacturing and services.● Nodal Ministry: Governed by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.● Economic Contribution: MSMEs contribute significantly to GDP, exports, industrial output, and employment.● …
Why in the News? 14-PROTEIN SIGNATURE: KEY FINDINGS UK BIOBANK AND PROTEOMICS LUNG CANCER● Definition: Lung cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in the lungs, often leading to tumour formation.● Major Causes: Key risk factors include tobacco smoking, air pollution, occupational exposure, and genetic susceptibility. Industrial activities without proper environmental clearances and environmental…
Why in the News? ELECOGLIPRON: KEY FEATURES GLP-1 RECEPTOR AGONISTS TYPE-2 DIABETES MELLITUS● Definition: Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by insulin resistance and inadequate insulin production.● Major Risk Factors: Obesity, sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy diet, family history, and advancing age.● Indian Context: Indians develop diabetes at lower BMI levels due to higher…
Why in the News? ● AI-Based Diagnosis: A joint study by Punjabi University, Patiala and PGIMER, Chandigarh has developed Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based methods for diagnosing AIBDs. ● Medical Innovation: The technology aims to improve early detection and diagnostic accuracy of rare autoimmune skin disorders. ● Research Collaboration: The study combines expertise in dermatology, pathology, and…