The languages in Northeast India are diverse and belong to different language families. The languages spoken across our states belong to no fewer than five distinct language families: Indo-Aryan, Tibeto-Burman, Austro-Asiatic, Tai-Kadai, and Dravidian. Read here to learn more. The northeast region encompasses eight states: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura (seven sisters) […] The post Languages in Northeast India: What is the issue of Kokborok language? appeared first on ClearIAS ..read more

Indian Private space-tech company Pixxel launched India’s first private satellite constellation ‘firefly’. Also, ISRO successfully executed a space docking experiment, making India part of the elite club of nations. Read here to learn more. Firefly is Pixxel’s flagship hyperspectral imaging satellite constellation, featuring six of the highest-resolution commercial hyperspectral satellites. Three Firefly satellites successfully launched […] The post Satellite Constellation and Space Docking: Indian Space tech leaps ahead appeared first on ClearIAS ..read more

The inauguration of the National Turmeric Board is a significant step toward strengthening India’s position as a global leader in turmeric production, consumption, and export. Read here to learn more. The union government had officially notified the establishment of the National Turmeric Board in October 2023. Turmeric is also known as ‘Golden Spice’. The newly […] The post National Turmeric Board appeared first on ClearIAS ..read more

Why is Meta Shutting Down Fact-Checkers? Meta’s decision to shut down its in-house fact-checking program has sparked significant debate about content moderation, particularly concerning the effectiveness of crowd-sourced approaches and the role of fact-checking during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Read here to learn more. On January 7, 2024, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the […] The post Meta shutting down Fact-Checkers appeared first on ClearIAS ..read more

The Supreme Court of India recently emphasized the critical importance of the Right to Access to Justice while penalizing a petitioner for filing multiple frivolous litigations that unnecessarily burden the judicial system. Read here to learn more. The Right to Access to Justice refers to the fundamental principle that every individual should have the ability […] The post Right to Access to Justice: SC says the right is not Absolute appeared first on ClearIAS ..read more

Wildfires in California are a recurring and intensifying natural disaster with significant environmental, economic, and social impacts. Below is an analysis of the factors linking California’s climate to the wildfires. The ongoing Los Angeles fires highlight how California’s climate has significantly increased their intensity and spread. The wildfires in California have been occurring with increasing […] The post Wildfires in California appeared first on ClearIAS ..read more

China’s mega-dam project on the Brahmaputra River, particularly at the Great Bend region in Medog County, has significant implications for the Himalayan bioregion and the communities living alongside the river basin.  Read here to learn more. On December 25, 2024, China approved the construction of the world’s largest hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpo (or […] The post China’s Mega-dam Project in Tibet: What are the implications for India? appeared first on ClearIAS ..read more

The burqa ban prohibits full-face veils or coverings, such as the burqa or niqab, in public spaces. Several countries have implemented such bans, citing various reasons. The ban is central to ongoing debates on religious freedom, women’s rights, secularism, and cultural identity. Read here to learn more. Switzerland’s burqa ban officially came into effect on […] The post Burqa ban: Why are many countries implementing such bans? appeared first on ClearIAS ..read more

India’s police organization is made up of central and state police forces. The central government recruits the Indian Police Service (IPS), DANIPS, and Pondicherry Police Service. State governments recruit their own state police services. Read here to learn more. The home minister of India recently reviewed the ongoing projects of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD), […] The post Police Organization in India appeared first on ClearIAS ..read more

The Indus Valley Script, used by the Indus Valley Civilization (2600–1900 BCE), is one of the oldest writing systems in human history. Despite extensive study, the script remains undeciphered, leaving its purpose and linguistic nature a mystery. Read here to learn more. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced a $1-million prize to anyone who […] The post Indus Valley Script: Why is it important to decipher it? appeared first on ClearIAS ..read more