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[pib] India-Australia CCEA Stocktake

Why in the News? A stocktake visit for the India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) recently concluded in New Delhi. Key Takeaways from the Meet The discussions covered a wide range of critical aspects of the CECA, including: Trade in goods and services Mobility and agri-tech cooperation Market access modalities that align with India’s food… Continue reading [pib] India-Australia CCEA Stocktake

[9th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A good beginning but China negotiations must continue

PYQ Relevance:Q) The West is fostering India as an alternative to reduce dependence on China’s supply chain and as a strategically to counter China’s political and economic dominance.” Explain this statement with examples. (UPSC CSE 2024) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains is recently focusing on growing Chinese dominance in West and Central Asia (2024) and the… Continue reading [9th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: A good beginning but China negotiations must continue

Emissions Gap Report 2024

Why in the News? According to the recently released ‘Emission Gap Report 2024’ presented by UNEP, Global Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions have reached a new high of 57.1 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent in 2023, a 1.3% rise compared to 2022. What are the key points of Emissions Gap Report 2024? Urgent Emission Reduction Targets:… Continue reading Emissions Gap Report 2024

Polavaram Project Controversy

Why in the News? The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has restarted its protest against the Polavaram multipurpose project in Andhra Pradesh, claiming it will flood large areas in Malkangiri, Odisha, displacing many tribal communities. What were the recommendations by the Godavari Water Disputes Tribunal (GWDT) 1969? The Godavari Water Disputes Tribunal (GWDT), was established to… Continue reading Polavaram Project Controversy

[7th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Public health — insights from the 1896 Bombay Plague

PYQ Relevance: Q) Public health system has limitation in providing universal health coverage. Do you think that private sector can help in bridging the gap? What other viable alternatives do you suggest? (UPSC CSE 2015) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains have asked questions around the Public Health Policies (2017) and Newer Health Challenges (2020 and 2022).… Continue reading [7th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Public health — insights from the 1896 Bombay Plague

[pib] Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana (PMKMY)

Why in the News? The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has provided state-wise details of farmers registered under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana (PMKMY). Top Three States: Haryana (5,74,467), Bihar (3,45,038), Chhattisgarh (2,02,734). Bottom Three States/UT: Lakshadweep (72), Ladakh (114), Goa (150). Recently, the PMKMY (launched on 12th September 2019) has completed… Continue reading [pib] Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana (PMKMY)

[pib] National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP)

Why in the News? The Union Ministry of Health has re-strategized the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP) under the 100-Day TB Elimination Campaign to reduce TB cases and mortality through targeted interventions and a multi-pronged approach. Menace of TB in India: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), India accounted for 26% of global TB… Continue reading [pib] National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP)

Commissioning of INS TUSHIL

Why in the News? INS Tushil, a multi-role stealth guided missile frigate, is set to be commissioned by the Indian Navy at Kaliningrad, Russia. About INS Tushil: Details INS Tushil is a multi-role stealth guided missile frigate, part of the Krivak III class (Project 1135.6). It is the seventh in the series of Krivak III… Continue reading Commissioning of INS TUSHIL

How Oilfields Amendment Bill aims to delink petroleum, mineral oil production from mining activities

Why in the News? The Rajya Sabha passed the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, aimed at boosting domestic petroleum and mineral oil production while encouraging private investment to reduce reliance on imports. What is the Oilfields Bill? The Oilfields Bill amends the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act of 1948, which originally governed both… Continue reading How Oilfields Amendment Bill aims to delink petroleum, mineral oil production from mining activities

Nagaland’s Hornbill Festival

Why in the News? This year’s edition of the Hornbill Festival has sparked a significant public debate regarding the relaxation of Nagaland’s liquor prohibition law, a subject that has been contentious for over three decades. What is Hornbill Festival? The Hornbill Festival is a celebration held every year from 1 – 10 December, in Kohima,… Continue reading Nagaland’s Hornbill Festival

[pib] National Library Mission

Why in the News? The Union Minister for Culture and Tourism has provided information regarding the National Mission on Libraries (NML) Scheme in Rajya Sabha. About National Mission on Libraries (NML): Establishment Launched in 2012 by the Ministry of Culture to implement National Knowledge Commission (NKC, 2005) recommendations on library and information sciences development. Objectives… Continue reading [pib] National Library Mission

India got its 58th Tiger Reserve

Why in the News? Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh has become India’s 57th tiger reserve after receiving approval from the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change. Madhav National Park also received approval to be declared a tiger reserve, which will make it India’s 58th tiger reserve after the official notification. About Ratapani… Continue reading India got its 58th Tiger Reserve

[5th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Cash transfer schemes for women as a new poll plank

PYQ Relevance:Q) Reforming the government delivery system through the Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme is a progressive step, but it has its limitations too. Comment. (UPSC CSE 2022) Mentor’s Comment: UPSC Mains have focused on the ‘cash transfer system for the welfare schemes to minimize corruption, eliminate wastage and facilitate reforms (in 2013), and ‘Direct Benefit… Continue reading [5th December 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Cash transfer schemes for women as a new poll plank

[pib] National Cooperative Policy

Why in the News? The Union Minister of Cooperation has provided crucial information regarding India’s National Cooperative Policy to the Lok Sabha. The new National Cooperative Policy is almost ready and will be announced in 2-3 months. Update regarding the New National Cooperative Policy: Details National Level Committee Formation • A 48-member National Level Committee… Continue reading [pib] National Cooperative Policy

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