Delhi’s Directorate of Vigilance sacks Arvind Kejriwal’s secretary Bibhav Kumar

Special Secretary Vigilance, YVVJ Rajshekhar passed the order directing his removal, citing a 2007 case. Delhi’s Directorate of Vigilance’s termination of the services of Bibhav Kumar, the personal secretary of jailed Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, has sparked significant interest and debate within the political landscape and amongst the public. The order, passed by YVVJ Rajshekhar, […]

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Taiwan hit by 7.2 strong quake, multiple buildings collapsed, tsunami warnings issued.

A powerful earthquake shook Taiwan early on April 3, causing buildings to collapse and impacting the entire island, AP reported. According to Taiwan’s earthquake monitoring agency, the magnitude of the quake was 7.2, while the US Geological Survey estimated it to be 7.5. In the aftermath of the quake, authorities in Taiwan, Japan and the Philippines’ […]

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PM Modi, Bill Gates discuss AI, digital divide and India’s leading role in tech

Speaking on climate change, Modi emphasised the need to stop using parameters like electricity and steel to define levels of development and adopt terminology like ‘green GDP’ and ‘green employment.’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi in an interaction with philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Friday discussed artificial intelligence (AI), the digital divide and the […]

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JEE Main 2024 Admit Card: Exam city slip released for Session 2 at jeemain.

The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main is one of the most prestigious and competitive examinations in India for students aspiring to pursue undergraduate courses in engineering and architecture. Administered by the National Testing Agency (NTA), JEE Main is conducted twice a year, allowing students multiple opportunities to showcase their academic prowess. With the release of […]

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India plans to replace minimum wage with living wage by 2025; Know the difference between two.

India’s decision to replace the minimum wage with a living wage by 2025 represents a significant shift in labor policy aimed at improving the standard of living for workers. While both concepts address the issue of ensuring fair compensation for labor, they differ in their scope, methodology, and implications. In this essay, we will explore […]

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Why India Slammed Germany Over Comments On Arvind Kejriwal’s Arrest

The Ministry of External Affairs summoned German envoy George Enzweiler to register an official protest. India has labelled Germany’s comments on the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal in the Delhi liquor policy case “biased and unwarranted” after the country said it expected India to apply “basic democratic principles” to ensure a fair trial for the jailed […]

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UPSC CSE Prelims 2024 Postponed: Due to the Lok Sabha elections, the UPSC Prelims exam has been postponed.

Due to clashes with the Lok Sabha election date, the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary (CSE) Exam 2024 was postponed by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Now, this exam will not be conducted on May 26 but will be held on June 16, 2024. Admit cards for the exam will be issued online a few […]

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Remembering Kalpana Chawla: IFS officer pays tribute on her birth anniversary.

Title: Kalpana Chawla: A Journey Beyond the Stars Kalpana Chawla’s journey towards the stars began long before she ever set foot in a spacecraft. Born on March 17, 1962, in Karnal, India, she was destined for greatness from the very start. Growing up in a society where traditional gender roles often limited women’s aspirations, Kalpana […]

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PM Modi soaks in ‘scenic retreat’ of Kaziranga National Park’s beauty 

PM Modi visited Kaziranga National Park in Assam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on Saturday, where he enjoyed an elephant and jeep safari. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Assam’s Kaziranga National Park on Saturday morning was not just a routine excursion; it was a symbolic gesture that underscored the government’s commitment to wildlife conservation […]

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National Science Day. Why is it celebrated on 28th February? History, theme and significance

National Science Day holds profound significance in the annals of scientific history, serving as an annual commemoration of a pivotal discovery that revolutionized our understanding of the physical world and laid the groundwork for numerous technological advancements. Observed on February 28th each year, this occasion pays homage to the momentous discovery of the Raman Effect […]

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