Daily Current Affairs  – 14 February 2023

In News Recently, the Prime Minister used the BIMARU term in the context of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh states. About The ‘BIMARU’ acronym has been used to refer to Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, to imply they have lagged in terms of economic growth, healthcare, and education. What do BIMARU states mean? BIMARU […]

In News The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare launched a nationwide Sarva Dawa Sevan or Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis (LF). The campaign aims to eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis by 2027, three years ahead of the global target. What is Lymphatic Filariasis? Lymphatic filariasis, commonly known as elephantiasis, is a neglected […]

In News Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha writes a letter to chairman highlighting privileges of Members of Parliament under Article 105 of the Indian Constitution. .About Article 105 of the Indian Constitution provides freedom of speech in Parliament, and exempts members from legal action for anything said or done in the course of […]

In News Demands for greater TIPRALAND rises in the ongoing elections preparations in Tripura. About The Tipraha Indigenous Progressive Regional Alliance (TIPRA Motha) chief Pradyot Kishore Debbarma has recently launched the party’s election manifesto for the upcoming Tripura Assembly polls, in Agartala. TIPRA Motha is the newest political party in Tripura and is led by […]

In News New Governors have been appointed recently in 12 states and the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh. About  The appointment of a former Judge of the Supreme Court has raised concerns regarding judicial accountability and independence of the Judiciary. The concerns have been raised since the appointment was made soon after his retirement as […]

In News Recently, the External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar provided details of India’s projects on border infrastructure and connectivity during an unscheduled briefing in Parliament. About The government’s projects on border infrastructure and connectivity will focus on initiatives in the north and east along India’s 3,488 km border with China (Line of Actual Control or […]

In News India and Nepal recently agreed to strengthen their economic and development cooperation for the benefit of the two countries and region as a whole. More about the news India’s Foreign Secretary recently met his Nepalese counterpart holding discussions on strengthening the comprehensive bilateral relations. The visit is in continuation of the regular exchange […]