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Greek philosopher Parmenides

Subject: CME Context: Ancient Greek philosopher Parmenides has recently returned to public discussion through renewed interest in classical philosophy and modern interpretations of reality, perception, and consciousness. Greek philosopher Parmenides About Greek philosopher Parmenides: Who was he? Parmenides was a pre-Socratic Greek philosopher from Elea (modern Velia in southern Italy) who lived around the 5th …

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India–Vietnam Strategic Partnership

Subject: CME Context: India and Vietnam elevated their bilateral ties to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during Vietnamese President Tô Lâm’s visit to India in May 2026. India–Vietnam Strategic Partnership About India–Vietnam Strategic Partnership: What it is? The India–Vietnam Strategic Partnership is a rapidly expanding bilateral relationship based on shared concerns over Indo-Pacific stability, maritime …

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India Ranks 3rd Globally in Installed Renewable Energy Capacity

Subject: CME Context: India has emerged as the world’s 3rd largest country in installed renewable energy capacity, reflecting rapid growth in solar and wind power generation. A recent Morgan Stanley report highlighted that India’s renewable energy transition is accelerating, though dependence on imported upstream solar components remains a challenge. India Ranks 3rd Globally in Installed …

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Sir David Attenborough at 100

Subject: CME Anecdote: When Sir David Attenborough first walked into the forests of Rwanda in the 1970s, the world knew little about the mountain gorilla except fear and myth. Sitting silently among a gorilla family, he allowed millions watching on television to witness not beasts, but beings with emotion, intelligence, and social bonds. That single …

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India–EU Joint Initiative to Strengthen EV Battery Recycling

Subject: CME Context: India and the European Union launched a €15.2 million joint initiative under the Trade and Technology Council (TTC) to boost EV battery recycling. India–EU Joint Initiative to Strengthen EV Battery Recycling About India–EU Joint Initiative to Strengthen EV Battery Recycling: What it is? A collaborative research and innovation programme under the India–EU …

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Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2026

Subject: CME Context: UNESCO has awarded the 2026 UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize to the Sudanese Journalists Syndicate. Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2026 About Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2026: What it is? The UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize is the only UN-recognized award honoring individuals or organizations defending press …

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Das Adam Smith Problem

Subject: CME Context: The 250th anniversary of The Wealth of Nations has revived debates on the Das Adam Smith Problem in economic thought. Das Adam Smith Problem About Das Adam Smith Problem: What it is? The Das Adam Smith Problem refers to the perceived contradiction between self-interest in The Wealth of Nations and moral sympathy …

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Sikkim Becoming India’s First Paperless Judiciary State

Subject: CME Context: Sikkim has been declared India’s first fully paperless judiciary state by Justice Surya Kant during a conclave in Gangtok. Sikkim Becoming India’s First Paperless Judiciary State About Sikkim Becoming India’s First Paperless Judiciary State: What it is? A fully digitized judicial ecosystem where court processes—from filing to case management and judgments—are conducted …

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Operation WHITE STRIKE

Subject: CME Context: The Operation WHITE STRIKE led to the seizure of 349 kg of high-grade cocaine worth ₹1,745 crore in the Mumbai logistics corridor. Operation WHITE STRIKE About Operation WHITE STRIKE: What it is? A large-scale anti-narcotics operation conducted by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) targeting an international cocaine trafficking syndicate operating through India’s …

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Kavu Nurseries

Subject: CME Context: The Kerala State Biodiversity Board has launched a pilot programme to restore sacred groves (kavus) across selected districts. Kavu Nurseries About Kavu Nurseries: What it is? Kavu nurseries are specialized plant nurseries developed to propagate native, endemic, and threatened plant species found in sacred groves (kavus). They serve as biodiversity regeneration hubs …

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Improving Health-Seeking Behaviour

Context: The National Statistical Office (NSO) released findings from its 80th round health survey highlighting a sharp rise in health-seeking behaviour across India. Improving Health-Seeking Behaviour About Improving Health-Seeking Behaviour: What it is? Health-seeking behaviour refers to the actions individuals take to maintain health and seek medical care, including timely diagnosis, treatment, and preventive services. …

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Historic First — Coal Mine Development Agreements with Underground Coal Gasification (UCG)

Context: The Ministry of Coal has signed Coal Mine/Block Production and Development Agreements (CMDPAs) for four coal mines under the 14th round of commercial coal auctions with embedded Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) provisions. Historic First — Coal Mine Development Agreements with Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) About Historic First — Coal Mine Development Agreements with Underground …

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Google AI Data Hub

Context: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister is set to lay the foundation stone for Google’s $15 billion AI Data Centre Hub near Visakhapatnam. Google AI Data Hub About Google AI Data Hub: What it is? The Google AI Data Hub is a large-scale artificial intelligence-driven data centre campus being developed by Google through its subsidiary Raiden …

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Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) 2.0 App

Context: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has launched the upgraded Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) 2.0 App to strengthen real-time monitoring and coordination under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR). Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) 2.0 App About Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) 2.0 App: What it is? The NMBA …

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Soul Threads

Soul Threads   Context: The Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India (CCIC) has launched its first heritage designer collection, Soul Threads, marking a major step in its revival and cultural promotion strategy. About Soul Threads: What it is? Soul Threads is the inaugural heritage designer collection launched by the Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India …

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The Namaste Scheme

Context: The Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment announced major progress under the NAMASTE Scheme, highlighting large-scale profiling, PPE distribution, health insurance coverage, and financial assistance for sanitation workers. About The Namaste Scheme: What it is? The National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Scheme is a central sector scheme aimed at eliminating hazardous …

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Dolphin Friends Initiative

Context: The forest department in Prayagraj has launched the Dolphin Friends volunteer network to strengthen conservation of the endangered Gangetic dolphin through community participation and regular river monitoring. About Dolphin Friends Initiative: What it is? Dolphin Friends is a dedicated community-based volunteer network created to monitor the movement, breeding, and habitat conditions of the endangered …

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World Earth Day 2026

Context: World Earth Day 2026 is being celebrated on April 22 with the global theme Our Power, Our Planet, emphasizing collective environmental responsibility and sustainable action. About World Earth Day 2026: What it is? World Earth Day is an annual global environmental event observed every year on 22 April to raise awareness about environmental protection, …

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