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Why Rupee Fell to Record Low

January 6, 2025

In December 2024, the Indian rupee reached a record low of 85.81 against the U.S. dollar. This decline marked a 3% depreciation over the year, continuing a long-term trend. Various factors contribute to currency depreciation, primarily involving supply and demand ..

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Why did Government Scrap No-Detention Policy?

January 6, 2025

In December 2024, the Union government amended the Rules of the Right to Education Act, 2009. This change allows schools to detain students in Classes 5 and 8 if they fail to meet promotion criteria after year-end examinations. Students will ..

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Kerala Forest Act Amendment Sparks Controversy

January 6, 2025

The Kerala government has introduced a Bill to amend the Kerala Forest Act of 1961. This Bill is set to be debated in the upcoming session of the state Assembly. Farmer organisations have expressed concerns regarding the proposed amendments. They ..

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Farmers’ Protests and Supreme Court Committee Update

January 6, 2025

Recent events have intensified the ongoing farmers’ protests at the Punjab-Haryana border. The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Political) has declined to engage with a high-powered committee established by the Supreme Court to address their demands. On January 4, the Bharti Kisan ..

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Biden Awards Presidential Medal of Freedom 2025

January 6, 2025

On January 5, 2025, President Joe Biden honoured 19 distinguished individuals during a ceremony at the White House. This event recognised contributions across various fields, including politics, entertainment, and sports. The honourees included prominent figures such as Hillary Clinton, philanthropist ..

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Punjab Arhtiyas Advocate for Agricultural Policy Reform

January 6, 2025

Punjab’s arhtiyas, the intermediaries between farmers and buyers, are currently urging the state government to adopt the Punjab Agricultural Produce Markets Act, 1961, as a national model. This Act has been very important in shaping Punjab’s agricultural landscape for over ..

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Adopting F-T-P Approach for Sustainable Sugar Industry

January 6, 2025

The biofuel sector is currently at important point where sustainable development, energy security, and climate action converge. The Feedstock-Technology-Product (F-T-P) approach provides a structured framework that integrates biofuels into various industries, particularly sugar. This method aligns with India’s National Policy ..

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Discovery of 13th Century Saint Narahari Tīrtha’s Idol

January 6, 2025

In a notable archaeological find, Saikumar K. from the Team of Research on Culture and Heritage (TORCH) has unearthed a three-foot idol of the 13th Century saint, Narahari Tīrtha. This discovery adds to the historical narrative surrounding Narahari, who is ..

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