Michelle Bachelet awarded Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024 for her contributions to human rights, gender equality, and global peace initiatives. Read the full current affairs update for exams. Michelle Bachelet Wins the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize Overview of the AwardMichelle Bachelet, the former President of Chile and ex‑UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, has been…
UPSC Centre of Excellence established as a knowledge hub for best practices from UPSC and State PSCs, enhancing recruitment processes, transparency, and efficiency. UPSC to Establish Centre of Excellence as Repository of Best Practices Introduction The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced plans to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) to serve as a…
Border-Forming River Between Nepal and India In recent developments, the Koshi River has emerged as a crucial boundary delineator between Nepal and India, drawing attention from aspirants preparing for various government exams such as those for teachers, police officers, banking, railways, defense, and civil services like the PSCS to IAS. This river, historically significant and…
Kareena Kapoor Khan Named National Ambassador by UNICEF India In a move aimed at bolstering efforts to address critical issues concerning children’s welfare, UNICEF India has appointed Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan as its National Ambassador. The announcement, made recently, underscores UNICEF’s commitment to leveraging the influence of public figures to advocate for children’s rights…
Saurabh Garg Appointed as Secretary of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation witnesses a significant change in leadership as Saurabh Garg assumes the position of Secretary. Garg, an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the Odisha cadre (1989 batch), succeeds V. Anantha Nageswaran in this crucial role….
Geeta Batra’s Historic Appointment to the World Bank’s GEF Geeta Batra has recently achieved a historic milestone by being appointed to the Global Environment Facility (GEF) at the World Bank. This significant move positions her as a key player in international environmental governance, with implications for various government exams, including those for teachers, police officers,…
Epic Foundation Unveils the MilkyWay Tablet: Revolutionizing Learning for Government Exam Aspirants In the realm of technological advancements, the Epic Foundation has recently unveiled a groundbreaking innovation – the MilkyWay Tablet. Aimed at students preparing for government exams in diverse sectors, including teaching, policing, banking, railways, defense, and civil service positions like PSCS to IAS,…
Michelle O’Neill Becomes Northern Ireland’s First Minister In a historic development, Michelle O’Neill has recently assumed office as Northern Ireland’s First Minister, marking a significant milestone in the region’s political landscape. This event holds particular importance for aspirants preparing for government exams, especially those aiming for civil service positions, teachers, police officers, banking, railways, and…
People’s Democratic Party Emerges Victorious in Bhutan Elections” The recent Bhutan elections witnessed the triumph of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), marking a significant moment in the country’s political landscape. This victory holds paramount importance for aspirants preparing for government exams, particularly those eyeing positions such as teachers, police officers, banking professionals, railway personnel, and…
IIT Madras to Establish New Campus in Kandy, Sri Lanka: Boosting Educational Ties In a significant development, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has announced its plans to set up a new campus in Kandy, Sri Lanka. This expansion is a testament to the growing collaboration in the field of education between India and…
