Why in the News ? A total solar eclipse recently provided European scientists an opportunity to study the Sun’s faint corona from Earth. Such events enable detailed observations of the inner corona, solar magnetic structures and phenomena linked to solar flares and coronal mass ejections. Why Total Solar Eclipses Matter for Science: ● …
Why in the News ? The Supreme Court, in State of Andhra Pradesh v. Suda Suresh Veera Venkata Naga Raju, clarified that BNSS Section 187(2) permits police custody in parts during the first 40 or 60 days of detention, subject to an overall 15-day limit. SC Clarifies Scope of Police Custody: ● The…
Why in the News ? The Lok Sabha passed the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026 and National Co-operative Development Corporation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 without debate amid Opposition protests. The Kerala Bill proposes changing the State’s official name from Kerala to Keralam. Kerala to Keralam: Key Provisions: Parliamentary Deadlock and Co-operative Sector Bill About Constitutional…
Why in the News ? The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has amended the 2016 Ganga protection framework, removing the blanket construction-free zone provision. Construction may now be permitted in certain floodplain areas facing moderate or rare flooding, subject to regulatory clearances. New Rules for Ganga Floodplains: Significance and Environmental Concerns About Floodplains and…
Why in the News ? President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, granting Vande Mataram legal protection similar to Jana Gana Mana and criminalising intentional disruption or prevention of its singing. Vande Mataram Gets Statutory Protection: Debate Over Implementation and Practicality About National Symbols of…
Why in the News ? On Vikram Sarabhai’s birth anniversary, the Lok Sabha Speaker, Defence Minister and Science and Technology Minister paid tribute to the pioneering scientist. Leaders highlighted his vision of using science and space technology for national development, self-reliance and improving citizens’ lives. Vikram Sarabhai: Architect of India’s Space Programme: Sarabhai’s Legacy for…
Why in the News ? Lebanon’s Parliament has abolished the death penalty, replacing it with life imprisonment and aggravated hard labour. The decision makes Lebanon the first Arab country to formally abolish capital punishment, marking a significant development in human rights and criminal justice reform. Lebanon’s Historic Abolition of Death Penalty: Significance and Continuing Challenges…
Why in the News ? M.P. Parameswaran, former nuclear scientist, Marxist theorist and prominent people’s science activist, passed away at 92 in Thrissur. His contributions to Kerala Sastra Sahithya Parishad (KSSP), literacy campaigns, environmental issues and science popularisation remain significant to India’s people’s science movement. Scientific Career and Intellectual Journey: ● Early life and education:…
Under the IQAC Initiative, Universal School of Administration is organizing “Kannada Habba – Sahitya Sambhrama 2026”, a celebration dedicated to the richness of Kannada language, literature and culture. The programme will feature engaging literary and cultural activities including poetry recitation, essay presentation, speech competition, literary discussion and dramatic performance, offering students a platform to showcase…
Universal Group of Institutions (UGI) proudly congratulates Sagar B on his remarkable academic achievement of securing All India Rank (AIR) 21 and earning selection for the LLB programme at the prestigious National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru. This outstanding accomplishment reflects Sagar’s dedication, disciplined preparation, and commitment to excellence. His success is a…