Starting today, India ushers in a significant transformation of its criminal justice system with the implementation of three new laws: the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam. These laws replace the long-standing British-era Indian Penal Code, Code of Criminal Procedure, and Indian Evidence Act, respectively. This shift marks a…
An IAS aspirant’s search for love on Tinder turned into a nightmare in New Delhi. The young man’s attempt to find a romantic connection on the popular dating app ended in a scam that cost him ₹1.2 lakh. Unbeknownst to him, he was being drawn into a meticulously planned con targeting single men. The Tinder…
In a move reflecting growing concerns over cybersecurity, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a stern warning to Indian banks about potential cyberattacks. The advisory comes amidst the resurgence of a notorious hacker group and highlights the need for heightened vigilance and improved security measures to protect critical financial infrastructure. As cyber threats…
Starting July 1, 2024, amendments to Mobile Number Portability (MNP) regulations will be implemented to address the rising incidents of SIM swap and replacement fraud, as announced by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). Key Amendments to Regulations TRAI’s latest amendments aim to strengthen security measures surrounding SIM swaps and replacements. These changes are…
Vikram Misri, currently serving as the Deputy National Security Advisor (NSA), has been appointed as the next Foreign Secretary of India. This appointment, effective from July 15, 2024, was announced on Friday. Misri will succeed Vinay Mohan Kwatra, who has been the Foreign Secretary since 2022. An official statement confirmed the curtailment of Misri’s tenure…
In light of recent controversies surrounding the NEET and UGC-NET examinations, a high-level committee has been established to gather ideas and suggestions for overhauling the National Testing Agency (NTA). The committee is seeking input from students, parents, and the general public to ensure a fair, transparent, and efficient examination process. Formation of High-Level Expert Council…
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not attend the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Kazakhstan. The summit is scheduled for July 3-4. Instead, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will lead the Indian delegation at the meeting. This announcement was made during a weekly press briefing…
The monsoon season has officially arrived in Delhi, as declared by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday. Heavy rainfall lashed the city, leading to widespread flooding and disruption across the national capital. The downpour marked a significant shift in weather after a relentless heatwave, but it also brought with it severe challenges and tragic…
Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has become the first Indian company to surpass a market capitalization of Rs 21 lakh crore. · The landmark achievement was marked when RIL’s stock price soared to a record high of Rs 3,129 during early trading. · Brokerage firms have responded positively to RIL’s performance by raising their price target for the company….
DRDO has successfully completed six consecutive developmental trials of High-Speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT) ‘ABHYAS’. · The trials incorporated enhancements in the Radar Cross Section, as well as visual and infrared augmentation systems, reflecting the ongoing improvements in the target’s performance. · A remarkable aspect of these trials was the successful execution of two back-to-back launches within…
