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International Women’s Day Context : Every year, March 8th is marked as International Women’s Day. It was first proposed by the Socialist Party of America in 1909. However, it was pertained to New York City. The first International Women’s Day was marked first in 1909. Theme : An Equal World is an Enabled World. Women’s Day in India : For the first time in Indian history,Read More…
Namaste Orchha festival Context : The three-day-long Namaste Orchha festival kick-started to promote tourism showcasing the rich culture and history of the town. The festival was organized by Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board to improve the state as a leading tourism destination. Brijender Singh Rathore announced the construction of the bridge for Betwa and the Jamni river. The PermRead More…
Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Bill, 2020 Context : Lok Sabha passed the amendment of the Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas Bill, 2020, on 4 March. The Bill was introduced in Lok Sabha by the Minister of Finance Nirmala Sitharaman on 5 February 2020. Aim : The amendment will extend the scope to cover litigation pending in various debt recovery tribunals (DRTs). IRead More…
Luxembourg became the worlds first country to offer entirely free public transport Context : Luxembourg has become the first government to have made free public transport free. The move came with effect from 1 March. As per the move, buses, trams, and trains in the country became completely free of charge. Aim : The move aims to encourage LuxembourgRead More…
Rules for Filing Complaints with Lokpal Notified Context : The Department of Personnel and Training has issued a notification providing the rules and prescribed format for filing complaints with the Lokpal. Key Points : The notification, under the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, lays down the rules called the Lokpal (Complaint) Rules, 2020.Identity Proof: AccoRead More…
World Heritage List 2020 Context : Government of India has submitted two nomination dossiers namely ‘Dholavira: A Harappan City’ and ‘Monuments and Forts of Deccan Sultanate’ for inclusion in the World Heritage List for the year 2020. Dholavira: A Harappan City : The City of Dholavira located in Khadir island of the Rann of Kutch (Gujarat) belongeRead More…
World Wildlife Day Context : World Wildlife Day is observed on 3 March. The day aims to celebrate beautiful and varied forms of wild fauna and flora. It raises awareness to conserve wildlife. Theme : The theme of 2020 World Wildlife Day is “Sustaining all life on Earth”. The theme encompasses all wild animal and plant species as a component of biodiversity and Read More…
U.S., Taliban sign peace deal Context : The United States signed a historic deal with Taliban insurgents that could pave the way toward a full withdrawal of foreign soldiers from Afghanistan over the next 14 months and represent a step toward ending the 18-year-war there. Highlights : The deal was signed in the Qatari capital Doha by U.S. special envoy Zalmay KhalilRead More…
World rare disease day Context : World rare disease day is observed on 28/29 (last day of) February. The day aims to raise awareness for the millions of people who are impacted by a rare disease. It aims to educate people about rare diseases and their impacts. Theme : The theme of the day is “Reframe Rare”. The theme encourages everyone to take steps Read More…
National Science Day Context : National Science Day (NSD) is celebrated on 28 February in India. The day is celebrated every year to commemorate the discovery of the ‘Raman Effect’ by the Indian physicist Sir CV Raman. Aim : The main objective of the day is to raise awareness to people about the importance of science in daily life. The day aims to encouraRead More…
