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  Facts in News Vande Bharat Mission (VBM) It was started by the Indian government on 6th May 2020 in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic and resultant lockdowns. Under it, Air India and private Indian carriers have been operating unscheduled repatriation flights for Indians stuck abroad during the pandemic. It has turned out to […]

In News The Union Cabinet gave ex-post facto approval to the official amendments to the Finance Bill, 2021. The bill has already been enacted as Finance Act 2021. Major Points of the Amendments The Government amendments to the Finance Bill, 2021 are tax proposals that shall generate timely revenue for the Government and streamline existing […]

In News Recently, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has published the World Press Freedom Index 2021. RSF is an international journalism not-for-profit body. About the Index Published every year since 2002, it is an important advocacy tool based on the principle of emulation between states. It is a point of reference that is quoted by media […]

In News World Meteorological Organization (WMO) released its annual State of the Global Climate for 2020. Key Findings Image Courtesy:UN 2020 was one of the three warmest years on record, despite a cooling La Niña event. The global average temperature in 2020 was about 1.2° Celsius above the pre-industrial (1850-1900) level. The six years since […]

In News Every year, 21st April is celebrated as the National Civil Services Day, dedicated to India’s civil servants for their contribution and hard work in public administration. About Indian Civil Services These are responsible for the public administration of the government of the country. These do not include legislative, judiciary and military personnel. Their […]