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2023-01-26 17:13:00

What is Donald Trump's 'Greenland framework'?

Background   Donald Trump's "Greenland framework" emerged from a period of heightened interest from the former US president in acquiring the autonomous Danish territory, driven primarily by perceived national security interests and the island's strategic location. Following discussions with NATO Secretary-General Mark R...
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2023-01-26 11:06:00

Why is India reluctant to join Board of Peace (BoP) announced by Trump on Gaza?

BACKGROUND   Donald Trump officially unveiled his "Board of Peace" on January 22, 2026, during the World Economic Forum in Davos, an initiative initially aimed at overseeing the reconstruction and governance of Gaza, but with stated ambitions to address global conflicts more broadly. While numerous countries, including regio...
International Relations
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2022-01-26 07:50:00

What is Operation Prahar of Punjab Police?

WHAT?   Operation Prahar is a major anti-gangster crackdown launched by the Punjab Police on January 20, 2026 (Tuesday). It is a 72-hour intensive statewide operation aimed at dismantling the entire ecosystem of organised crime, particularly targeting gangsters operating from abroad (often with cross-border links) and their local network...
Internal Security
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2021-01-26 20:52:00

Will the NATO be dissolved after US recent moves on Greenland and Canada?

BACKGROUND   The future of NATO in early 2026 appears precarious amid escalating tensions over US President Donald Trump's push to acquire Greenland, which has triggered what experts call the alliance's gravest crisis since its founding. Trump's imposition of 10% tariffs (rising to 25% by June) on eight European allies—...
International Relations
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2021-01-26 15:50:00

क्या अपेंडिक्स हो सकता है जानलेवा, क्या है इसका इलाज, सर्जरी कब जरूरी?

हाल ही में फिल्ममेकर किरण राव की अपेंडिक्स की सर्जरी हुई। उनका अपेंडिक्स बढ़कर 12mm का हो गया था। इसके लिए सर्जरी जरूरी थी। सर्जरी के बाद अब वह रिकवर कर रही हैं। इस कंडीशन को अपेंडिसाइटिस कहते हैं। समय पर इसका डायग्नोसिस और इलाज बहुत जरूरी होता है, क्योंकि इलाज में देर होने पर यह खतरनाक हो सकता है। इंटरनेशनल जर्नल ऑफ एनाटॉमी रेडियोलॉजी एंड सर...
Art & Culture
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2020-01-26 17:39:00

Can US attack Iran? What would be it's impact on India?

Background   The United States possesses the capability to take military action in Iran, though such a decision is subject to complex legal and political considerations within the US and faces significant international scrutiny. The potential ramifications of such action for India would be substantial, primarily impacting its energy secu...
International Relations
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2020-01-26 17:26:00

UAE President visits India? What is on the table?

The recent three-hour visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to India was characterized by symbolic gestures of "hugs, handshakes, and car diplomacy," underscoring the deepening strategic partnership between the two nations. Despite its short duration, the visit yielded significant outcomes across various sectors. Pr...
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2020-01-26 17:13:00

Why is the use of abusive language not an offence under SC/ST Act? Read Supreme court key observations.

What did the court say?   The Supreme Court of India has clarified that merely using abusive language against a member of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) does not, by itself, constitute an offense under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. For the Act to be invoked, specific conditions regarding the nature of the a...
Society & Social Justice
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2020-01-26 14:18:00

डेढ़ सालों में 1 लाख से 3 लाख ! क्यों भाग रही है चांदी?

क्या हुआ? चांदी की कीमतों ने हाल ही में भारतीय बाजारों में एक उल्लेखनीय वृद्धि दर्ज की है, जो 14 महीनों में ₹1 लाख से ₹2 लाख प्रति किलोग्राम तक पहुंचने और फिर एक ही महीने में ₹2 लाख से ₹3 लाख प्रति किलोग्राम को पार करने के उपयोगकर्ता के विवरण से मेल खाती है. जनवरी 2026 में, चांदी की कीमतें ₹3 लाख प्रति किलोग्राम के मनोवैज्ञानिक स्तर को पार कर गई...
Economy
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2019-01-26 17:37:00

What is Board of Peace for Gaza? Know all details

Background   The Board of Peace for Gaza (BoP) is a U.S.-led international body established to oversee the post-war governance, reconstruction, security, and humanitarian efforts in the Gaza Strip following the Israel-Hamas conflict. It forms a core component of President Donald Trump's 20-point Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza ...
International Relations
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2019-01-26 16:05:00

रक्षा उत्पादन में आत्मनिर्भर भारत की बड़ी छलांग:पिनाका रॉकेट एक्सपोर्ट

स्वदेशी पिनाका रॉकेट के निर्यात की शुरुआत भारत के रक्षा उत्पादन क्षेत्र के लिए एक महत्वपूर्ण उपलब्धि है, और आर्मेनिया इसका पहला खरीदार बना है. यह भारत की बढ़ती रक्षा विनिर्माण क्षमताओं और "आत्मनिर्भर भारत" (आत्मनिर्भर भारत) अभियान की सफलता को दर्शाता है. डिफेंस प्रोडक्शन में भारत की स्थिति: भारत ने हाल के वर्षों में रक्षा उत्पादन और नि...
Economy
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2018-01-26 06:49:00

What is O-1 Visa? What is Genius Visa? How is it different from H1 B Visa? Features, benefits?

WHAT?   The O-1 visa is a non-immigrant work visa issued by the United States for individuals who possess extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry. It is commonly nicknamed the "genius vi...
International Relations
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2018-01-26 05:57:00

Emerging areas of India Japan cooperation

WHAT HAPPENED RECENTLY?   India and Japan have significantly strengthened their cooperation across critical minerals, artificial intelligence (AI), and defense, following a strategic dialogue held on January 16, 2026. The discussions, which took place in Tokyo (with some reports also mentioning New Delhi) between India's External Aff...
International Relations
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2017-01-26 16:59:00

What is the dispute between Egypt and Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)?

BACKGROUND   The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), located on the Blue Nile River in Ethiopia, is Africa's largest hydroelectric project, with a capacity to generate over 5,000 megawatts of electricity. Construction began in 2011, and the dam was fully completed and inaugurated in September 2025, with its reservoir filling fina...
International Relations
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2016-01-26 06:13:00

Quick Summary of Jio financial services Q3 FY 2025-2026 result

Jio Financial Services (JFSL) reported a consolidated net profit of ₹269 crore for the third quarter of the financial year 2025-26 (Q3 FY26). This figure represents an 8.75% year-on-year (YoY) decline compared to the ₹294.78 crore profit recorded in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year. Despite the dip in net profit, the compan...
Economy
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2015-01-26 15:03:00

“Praise at Dawn, Snub by Day: The Raj Kapoor–Vijay Anand ‘Guide’ Episode”

In a notable incident following the release of the acclaimed film 'Guide', legendary filmmaker Raj Kapoor reportedly called Dev Anand in the early hours of the morning, praising the movie profusely and even crying on the phone. However, this praise was contrasted by a subsequent snub of the film's director, Vijay Anand, leading to the b...
Society & Social Justice
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2015-01-26 13:05:00

What are the key Expectations of Rare earth Industry from Union Budget 2026-27?

As India prepares for its Union Budget 2026, a key focus is emerging on rare earth elements (REEs)—a group of 17 minerals critical for high-tech industries like electric vehicles (EVs), semiconductors, renewable energy (e.g., solar panels, wind turbines), defense electronics, and smartphones. India, currently over 90% dependent on China (w...
Economy
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2015-01-26 05:56:00

कॉन्ट्रा फंड (Contra Fund) क्या होते हैं ? फायदे और नुक्सान?

कॉन्ट्रा फंड (Contra Fund) एक प्रकार का इक्विटी म्यूचुअल फंड है जो बाजार की सामान्य धारणा के विपरीत निवेश करता है, जिसे 'कंट्रेरियन निवेश रणनीति' कहा जाता है. इसका मतलब है कि जब कोई सेक्टर या कंपनी नकारात्मक माहौल के कारण कमज़ोर समझी जाती है या उसके शेयर सस्ते हो जाते हैं, तब कॉन्ट्रा फंड उसमें निवेश करता है. फंड मैनेजर का मानना ​​है कि बाज...
Economy
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2014-01-26 22:09:00

Which are the organization with whom Israel has cut ties?

Following the United States' withdrawal from dozens of international organizations, Israel has announced it is severing ties with several United Nations agencies and international bodies, citing persistent anti-Israel bias, politicization, and inefficiency. The decision was announced by Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar on Tuesday,...
International Relations
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2014-01-26 20:57:00

What all can Indians invest in through GIFT City? What is this?

GIFT City, or Gujarat International Finance Tec-City, is India's pioneering operational greenfield smart city and International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), established to serve as a global financial and technology hub. Located in Gujarat, it aims to attract international financial services and bring back financial activities that traditio...
Economy
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