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Abstract  The Yamuna River, spanning 1,376 kilometres from its source at Yamunotri to its confluence with the Ganga, faces a severe pollution crisis, particularly in its 22-kilometre Delhi stretch, which accounts for 79% of the river’s total pollution despite representing only 2% of its catchment area. Despite substantial budgetary allocations totalling ₹9,178 crores under the […]

Introduction  The defence relationship between India and the Soviet Union (now Russia) began immediately after India’s independence, when it was dependent on western nations for its defence equipment. India slowly started to shift its reliance to Soviet defence equipment by the 1970s. Estimates suggest that approximately 85% of the defence imports were from the Soviet […]

विधेयकों को मंजूरी नहीं देने या उन्हें लम्बे समय तक लटकाए रखने के कई राज्यों के राज्यपालों की प्रवृत्ति पर लगाम लगाने के लिए सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने एक अहम फैसला दिया। तमिलनाडु के राज्यपाल आरएन रवि के खिलाफ दायर राज्य सरकार की याचिका पर सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने कई महत्वपूर्ण संवैधानिक सवालों का जवाब दिया। सुप्रीम […]

Introduction The global beauty industry, per a McKinsey analysis, reached USD 446 billion retail sales in 2023, outperforming other consumer sectors. This marked a 10% growth from 2022, majorly driven by price increases rather than volume increases; the global volume rose only 2%. The market, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of around […]

Abstract Exactly 28 years ago, with the Kyoto Protocol; a result of the Earth Summit held at Rio De Janeiro in Brazil, carbon markets came into existence to address climate change, and it established the foundation for carbon markets by introducing market-based mechanisms like emissions trading. Carbon markets allow countries to trade emission reduction credits, […]

The beneficiaries receive formal recognition through a PM Vishwakarma certificate and an identity card, validating their expertise. The scheme offers skill upgradation through both basic and advanced training programs, during which participants are provided a daily stipend of ₹500 to support their learning process.

Introduction In this fast-paced world, fashion serves as a medium of self-expression, allowing individuals to showcase their personalities and ideologies through their styling choices. The choices made regarding clothing and accessories can establish a person’s social, political, and economic identity. Yet, as the world delves into this pursuit of authenticity and creativity in our appearances, […]

Introduction In September 2024, a meeting was held in Hyderabad to discuss integrated Perinatal Mental Health intervention in rural India. Representatives from six districts of Telangana partook in the meeting to identify key problems to maternal mental health in rural India and investigate potential solutions. Maternal Mental Health (MMH), also called Perinatal Mental Health (PMH), […]

Background  India, with a population exceeding 1.4 billion, is experiencing an unparalleled digital transformation with a rapidly growing internet user base. According to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), as of 2024, the country had over 970 million active internet users, making it the second-largest online market globally. Mobile phone penetration has reached approximately […]

Sick leave is granted to employees for health-related issues that hinder their capacity to work efficiently. Menstruators generally use up their allotted sick leave to address the discomfort and symptoms of their periods.

भारत के चीफ जस्टिस के रूप में जस्टिस धनंजय यशवंत चंद्रचूड का दो वर्ष का कार्यकाल सुर्खियों में रहा। वैसे तो वह आठ साल से अधिक समय तक सुप्रीम कोर्ट के जज रहे लेकिन सीजेआई के रूप में उनके दो वर्ष लगातार चर्चा में रहे। सीजेआई बनने से पहले ही जस्टिस चंद्रचूड ने कई ऐसे […]

Adopting the compact city model in greenfield developments also aligns with global sustainability goals. Concentrating development within a limited area preserves the surrounding natural landscapes and reduces the carbon footprint.

 Background The Supreme Court in India has taken a welcome step in securing the rights of persons with disabilities (PWD) and their rehabilitation. On January 19, 2024, the SC ordered all states to report on prevailing conditions across all homes for abandoned children and adults with intellectual or psychosocial disabilities within eight weeks.  India has […]

Introduction India is now the fifth-largest economy globally, with a plan to expand it to a five trillion-dollar economy by 2027. This growth trajectory is driven by robust infrastructure, an evolving digital landscape, and a surge in entrepreneurial activity. A cornerstone of this economic growth is the startup ecosystem, which is flourishing like never before. […]