Context: The Union Minister launched the Viksit Bharat Initiative for Student Innovation and Outreach Network (VISION) Portal to empower underprivileged children and bridge the gap between remote areas and India’s mainstream entrepreneurial ecosystem. About the VISION Portal Aim and Objectives: The VISION Portal aims to empower underprivileged children by providing …

Context: On World Fisheries Day, the Indian government unveiled multiple projects aimed at boosting the fisheries sector in India, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and improved management practices. Key Initiatives in the Fisheries Sector Marine Fisheries Census 2025: Digital Implementation: The fifth Marine Fisheries Census will be entirely digital, using mobile …

Context: The Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty initiative was launched during the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to address critical global challenges related to poverty, hunger, and inequalities, with a focus on accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. The Need for the Alliance …

Context: India’s rapid economic growth has led to a surge in pollution levels, which are now threatening both public health and economic progress. This has led to calls for the creation of an Environmental Health Regulatory Agency (EHRA) to tackle pollution-related health issues and ensure a coordinated approach to environmental …

Context: India’s judiciary is facing a severe pendency crisis, with over 45 million cases pending in the court system, particularly in subordinate courts. These delays undermine the efficiency of the judicial system and hinder access to justice. Issues in the Indian Judicial System Case Pendency and Adjournments: More than 85% …

Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Guyana, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in 56 years. The visit highlights India’s commitment to strengthening ties with Latin American and Caribbean nations. About Guyana Location: Situated in northeastern South America, Guyana serves as a gateway to the Caribbean Community …

Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) have signed an agreement aimed at promoting the use of local currencies—the Indian Rupee (INR) and the Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)—in cross-border transactions. About Cross-Border Payments (CBPs) Cross-border payments involve financial transactions where the payer and the recipient …

Context: The Supreme Court and the Union Government have prioritized the issue of undertrial prisoners, introducing measures like Section 479 of the BNSS, 2023, to address the growing concerns effectively. State of Undertrial Prisoners in India High Proportion of Undertrials: As per NCRB’s Prison Statistics India 2022, 75.8% of incarcerated …