What is the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)

Overview: In a coordinated operation at sea, the Indian Navy and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) recently apprehended a suspicious vessel carrying almost 3300 Kgs of contraband. About Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB): The NCB was created in March 1986 in terms of Section 4(3) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, which envisages a Central Authority for the purpos

Good governance day

Context: Good Governance Day is being celebrated on the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on 25th December. Origin: 2014 Governance involves decision-making and effective implementation. Good Governance occurs when power is utilized responsibly to foster a nation's development. This concept dates back to ancient times, with figures like Chanakya discu

What Consumption Expenditure Survey Leaves Unanswered

Why in News? The release of the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) for 2022-23 marks a significant milestone after a decade-long hiatus. The factsheet offers valuable insights into present patterns of household consumption, but decisive conclusions should not be made due to changes in methodology, survey design, and item coverage. Also, it is crucial to understand key takeawa

Maulana Azad Education Foundation (MAEF)

Overview The Ministry of Minority Affairs recently ordered the closure of the Maulana Azad Education Foundation (MAEF) About Maulana Azad Education Foundation (MAEF) MAEF was established on the occasion of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad's birth centenary celebrations. The Foundation is a voluntary, non-political, non-profit making social service organization. It was registered under th

Charting a path to disability inclusion in politics

Context: On December 21, the Election Commission of India released an advisory for political parties to follow disability-sensitive terminologies. About the guidelines: The advisory comprises 11 guidelines falling into three main categories: disability-inclusive communication, accessibility of information, and inclusion within party frameworks. Communication guidelines emphasize avoidin

Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit

Context: Prime Minister of India has inaugurated Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar. About: Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, conceptualised in 2003 under the visionary leadership of the then Chief Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has today evolved as one of the most reputed global forums for business collaboration, knowledge sharing and strategic partnerships for

Modernization of Paradip Fishing Harbour

Context: Recently, the Union Minister laid the foundation stone for the Modernisation of Paradip Fishing Harbour. News: Paradip Fishing Harbour is poised for a transformation as the Central Government greenlights the Modernisation and Upgradation project, receiving 100% central financial assistance under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). The Paradip Port Authority

Role of speaker

Context: The decision of the speaker of Maharashtra to recognise Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who left the Uddhav Thackeray-led group, as the leader of the actual Shiv Sena is a disregard for the legislative procedure and regulations. The Speaker in a parliamentary democracy, particularly in India's Lok Sabha, holds a pivotal position in overseeing parliamentary proceedings. The essence of

Amrit Dharohar Capacity Building Scheme

Context: Ministry of Tourism conducted training in Bhitarkanika National Park, Odisha under Amrit Dharohar Capacity Building Scheme About the scheme: Under this initiative, IITTM, an autonomous body under MoT, in collaboration with MoEFCC will build the capacity of local community members around different Ramsar sites in order to strengthen nature tourism at these sites and provide altern

One District One Product Scheme

Context: The beneficiaries of Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra  thanked PM for One District One Product Scheme. About One District One Product Initiative (ODOP) The ODOP initiative is designed to stimulate economic growth at the district level by endorsing and branding a distinctive product from each district across the country. The fundamental idea is to harness the local potential,