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Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Program (FTI-TTP)

The Fast Track Immigration Trusted Traveller Program (FTI-TTP) is an initiative aimed at enhancing immigration processes in India. Launched by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the programme aims to provide seamless and secure international travel experiences for eligible travellers. Following ..

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CRPF VIP Security Group Established

In January 2025, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) officially disbanded the Parliament Duty Group (PDG) of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and merged it with the VIP Security Group (VSG). This transition follows the withdrawal of the PDG ..

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Kampala Declaration on Agriculture

The Extraordinary African Union Summit on the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Program (CAADP) concluded in Kampala, Uganda, on January 11, 2025. The summit adopted the Kampala Declaration, which sets a transformative agenda for Africa’s agri-food systems from 2026 to 2035. ..

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Gangasagar Mela 2025

The Gangasagar Mela, Hindu pilgrimage held annually on Makar Sankranti, has recently faced the impacts of climate change. Sagar Island, located in the Ganges delta, hosts this festival where millions gather for sacred rituals. Recently, the event brought into light ..

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Kanuma Panduga Festival

Kanuma Panduga is a vibrant festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, India, coinciding with the Makar Sankranti harvest celebrations. This year, it was celebrated on January 15. About Kanuma Panduga Kanuma Panduga marks the Sun entering the zodiac sign Capricorn, an ..

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Supreme Court on Conjugal Rights

Recently, the Supreme Court has clarified that proceedings for the restitution of conjugal rights and maintenance are independent. This decision emphasises that a husband must continue paying maintenance to his wife, even if she does not comply with a court ..

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Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal-Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project

The Parbati-Kalisindh-Chambal-Eastern Rajasthan Canal Project (PKC-ERCP) is initiative aimed at enhancing irrigation in Rajasthan. This project will impact 23 districts and is crucial for providing water for irrigation, drinking, and industrial use. However, it poses environmental challenges, particularly regarding the ..

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Clouded Leopard Conservation Efforts in Asia

The clouded leopard (Neofelis nebulosa) is an elusive predator found in Asia’s ancient forests. Its striking coat patterns have made it a subject of fascination. However, its population is declining rapidly due to habitat destruction, hunting, and climate change. The ..

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