Italian Grants Citizenship to Argentina’s President

The Italian government has recently granted citizenship to Argentina President Javier Milei due to his Italian ancestry, which has sparked controversy in Argentina. Critics argue that the citizenship law, which favors those with Italian heritage, is discriminatory towards children of ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

eCourts Mission Mode Project

The eCourts Mission Mode Project aims to modernize the Indian Judiciary through improved Information and Communication Technology (ICT). The project is being implemented in phases, with ongoing collaboration between the Department of Justice and the eCommittee of the Supreme Court. ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Controversy

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump aims to end birthright citizenship, which could impact millions, especially Indian Americans. Approximately 1.6 million Indian Americans born in the U.S. may be affected. The 14th Amendment currently guarantees automatic citizenship to anyone born on U.S. ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Waqf Amendment Bill, 2024 – Progress Update

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is actively reviewing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, held to gather diverse opinions, and aims to ensure effective reforms in Waqf property management. Committee Composition The JPC consists of 31 members, including 21 Lok Sabha ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024

The Lok Sabha saw the introduction of the Merchant Shipping Bill, in 2024, which aims to modernise maritime regulations in India, spearheaded by Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways. The bill seeks to enhance the nation’s ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

International Anti-Corruption Day Observed on December 09

International Anti-Corruption Day is observed on December 9th and aims to raise awareness about corruption globally. In India, corruption remains an issue, which affects both the public and private sectors. Key forms include bribery, nepotism, and embezzlement. Corruption hampers economic ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

New Rules for Clinical Thermometers in India

The Government of India is seeking public feedback on proposed rules for Clinical Electrical Thermometers with the deadline for comments is December 30, 2024. These draft rules were initiated by the Department of Consumer Affairs based on recommendations from the ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Railways Amendment Bill 2024

The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 was introduced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and aims to enhance the efficiency of Indian Railways. The Bill proposes changes to governance and operations. Key Proposals The Bill seeks to grant statutory powers to the ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

SHe-Box Portal

The SHe-Box portal has been launched to address workplace sexual harassment, which is part of the government’s commitment to creating safer work environments and it has been operational since October 19, 2024. The Ministry of Women and Child Development developed ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

What is UK’s Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill?

The UK House of Commons voted on the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, which permits terminally ill patients to request assistance in ending their lives. A total of 330 MPs supported the bill, while 275 opposed it and ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs