Japan to rename islands disputed with China
News: Japan’s Ishigaki city assembly has passed a bill to change the name of the Senkaku Islands from Tonoshiro to Tonoshiro Senkaku. Facts: Senkaku Islands: These are a group of …
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Secrecy of ballot is the cornerstone of free and fair elections, says Supreme Court
News: The Supreme Court in its recent judgement has held that secrecy of ballot is the cornerstone of free and fair elections. Facts: Background: The judgment came on an appeal …
Read MoreModel village scheme hit by lack of interest, funds: Ministry study
News: The Ministry of Rural Development has observed that the Model Village Scheme (Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana(SAGY)) has not been able to achieve the desired objectives and failed to make …
Read MoreChina to join UN arms trade treaty, ‘enhance’ world peace
News: China has decided to join the United Nations(UN) Arms Trade Treaty that has been rejected by the United States. Facts: History: The UN Arms Trade Treaty entered into force …
Read MoreAdditional funds sought for Jal Jeevan Mission
News: The Ministry of Jal Shakti has asked for additional funds of ₹82,000 crore from the 15th Finance Commission for the Jal Jeevan mission as only 18% of households are …
Read MoreEven Golden Langurs suffer forced abortion, infanticide
News: Golden Langurs found in the state of Assam is suffering from forced abortion and infanticide. Facts: Golden langur: It is an Old World monkey found in western Assam, India …
Read MoreIndia Ideas Summit 2020
News: The 45th India Ideas Summit 2020 will be held virtually on July 21,2020. Facts: The India Ideas Summit is organized by the US India Business Council (USIBC). It is …
Read MoreYemeni separatists seize island of Socotra from Saudi-backed government
News: Yemen separatists have seized control of Socotra Island deposing its governor and driving out forces of the Saudi-backed government. Facts: Socotra Island: It is part of the North Indian …
Read MoreInternational Yoga Day 2020
News: International Yoga Day 2020 is being celebrated on June 21. Facts: International Day of Yoga: It has been celebrated annually since 2015 following its inception in the United Nations …
Read MoreDecide on plea on Rule of Law Index, Supreme Court tells government
News: The Supreme Court has asked the government to decide on the plea for setting up expert panels to boost India’s prospects in the Rule of Law Index. Facts: Rule …
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