Subject: Social Issues
Why in News?
The Central government will extend basic facilities to the endangered Kolam tribe under the Jan Jati Adivasi Nyay Maha Abhiyan, with a focus on health and education.
About Kolam Tribes:
Source: Deccan Chronicle
Subject: Geography
Why in News?
Scientists recently stumbled upon a lost forest in the Panama Canal, dating back around 22 million years.
About Panama Canal:
Source: Republic World
Subject: Art and Culture
Why in News?
The 9th edition of the Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival (PPHF) is set to take place in Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting the region’s commitment to wildlife conservation, with a special focus on hornbills.
Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival
Emphasis on Wildlife Conservation
Source: PIB
Subject: Art and Culture
Why in News?
Thiruvalluvar, an eminent figure in Tamil culture, has recently stirred controversy over the representation of his image and attire by TN Governor and the CM.
About Thiruvalluvar Day
Who was Thiruvalluvar?
Significance of Robes
Thiruvalluvar’s Relevance Today
Source: PIB
Subject: Polity
Why in News?
Recently, the Home Ministry cancelled the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) registration of the Centre for Policy Research.
Background:-
About the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA):-
Definition of foreign contribution:-
FCRA Registration:-
FCRA Exceptions and Prohibitions:-
Significance:–
Source: The Hindu
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Subject: Governance
Why in News?
Recently, ICMR started revising current National Essential Diagnostics List for the first time.
Background:-
About National Essential Diagnostics List:-
Significance:-
Source: The Hindu
Subject: Environment and Ecology
Why in News?
Recently, experts have appealed to IUCN to upgrade Horn of Africa cheetah status to ‘endangered’.
Background:-
About Africa cheetah:-
Conservation status:-
Source: Down To Earth
Subject: Defence and Security
Why in News?
According to defence officials, two South American countries have shown interest in the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launchers.
About Pinaka:
Source: The Hindu
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