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Direct Tax Collections surged by 21.8%

Central Idea India’s net direct tax collections have surged, exceeding over half of this year’s Budget estimates. By October 9, the collections had grown by 21.8% to reach ₹9.57 lakh crore. Factors Driving Tax Collections Personal Income Tax Growth: Personal income tax collections have seen a remarkable increase of 32.5%, reflecting higher income levels and… Continue reading Direct Tax Collections surged by 21.8%

Sri Lanka to take over as Chair of Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)

Central Idea Sri Lanka is set to take over Chair of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) succeeding Bangladesh. It will hold this prestigious position for the next two years. About Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) Establishment: Founded in 1997, IORA serves as a regional forum aimed at fostering understanding and mutually beneficial cooperation through… Continue reading Sri Lanka to take over as Chair of Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)

Scheduled Areas in India: A Constitutional Framework

Central Idea India’s diverse landscape is home to 705 Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities, constituting 8.6% of the nation’s population. These communities reside across 26 States and six Union Territories. A crucial constitutional provision, Article 244, governs the administration of Scheduled and Tribal Areas, significantly impacting the lives of STs. Constitutional Framework for STs Fifth Schedule… Continue reading Scheduled Areas in India: A Constitutional Framework

India’s Unemployment Rate Declines: PLFS 2022-2023

Central Idea The latest findings from the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), conducted by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), reveal a decrease in India’s unemployment rate for the period between April and June 2023. This encouraging trend is accompanied by improvements in the Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) and the Worker-Population Ratio (WPR), signifying… Continue reading India’s Unemployment Rate Declines: PLFS 2022-2023

Iron Dome: Israel’s guardian against surprise Terror Attacks

Central Idea In the wake of the recent Hamas attack on Israel, the world witnessed the effectiveness of Israel’s Iron Dome, a remarkable air defense system that intercepts rockets and missiles aimed at Israeli targets. What is Iron Dome? Hezbollah’s Rocket Attacks: The development of the Iron Dome traces back to the 2006 Israeli-Lebanon war… Continue reading Iron Dome: Israel’s guardian against surprise Terror Attacks

RBI to unveil Card-on-File Tokenisation (CoFT)

Central Idea The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has embarked on a mission to revolutionize digital payments in the country by proposing the introduction of Card-on-File Tokenisation (CoFT). This move, aimed at enhancing convenience for cardholders, is set to redefine the way Indians engage in online transactions. Card-on-File Tokenisation (CoFT) Card-on-file tokenisation involves replacing actual… Continue reading RBI to unveil Card-on-File Tokenisation (CoFT)

NASA’s APEP Mission: Studying Solar Eclipse’s Impact on Earth’s Ionosphere

Central Idea NASA is set to launch on a groundbreaking mission known as Atmospheric Perturbations around the Eclipse Path (APEP). The project is spearheaded by an Indian-origin engineering physics professor. Exploring the APEP Mission Triple Rocket Launch: The APEP mission involves the deployment of three meticulously equipped rockets, each armed with an array of cutting-edge… Continue reading NASA’s APEP Mission: Studying Solar Eclipse’s Impact on Earth’s Ionosphere

Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT): Russia to pull Out

Central Idea Russia has indicated that it may revoke the ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT). The CTBT, a landmark multilateral agreement, stands at the crossroads of global nuclear security, aiming to curtail nuclear weapons testing and the dangers associated with it. Genesis of CTBT: Nuclear Arms Race: The nuclear arms race… Continue reading Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT): Russia to pull Out

Novel R21/Matrix-M Vaccine for Malaria

Central Idea In a momentous development in the fight against malaria, the World Health Organization (WHO) issued a recommendation for the R21/Matrix-M malaria vaccine on October 2. This pioneering vaccine, developed by the University of Oxford and manufactured by India’s Serum Institute, has already gained approval for use in children under 36 months in Nigeria,… Continue reading Novel R21/Matrix-M Vaccine for Malaria

Advancements in Xenotransplantation

Central Idea A groundbreaking study published in Nature showcases a remarkable feat by successfully modifying pig genomes and transplanting kidney grafts from these genetically engineered pigs into non-human primates. This preclinical achievement holds great promise, potentially advancing the prospects of using genetically modified pig kidneys for human transplantation. About Xenotransplantation Xenotransplantation Potential: The concept of… Continue reading Advancements in Xenotransplantation

India’s Evolving Relations with Israel and Palestine

Central Idea The recent attack by Hamas (Arab sponsored Jihadist outfit) on Israel has prompted PM Modi to express solidarity with Israel, highlighting the complex nature of India’s relations with both Israel and Palestine. Over the past seven decades, India’s stance on these nations has undergone significant shifts, reflecting its evolving foreign policy priorities and… Continue reading India’s Evolving Relations with Israel and Palestine

India’s Digital Future: The Implications of the Digital India Act 2023

Central Idea India’s ‘Digital India’ initiative is set to receive a significant boost with the introduction of the Digital India Act 2023 (DIA). This legislation, replacing the two-decade-old Information Technology Act of 2000, reflects India’s commitment to creating a future-ready legal framework for its rapidly expanding digital ecosystem. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology… Continue reading India’s Digital Future: The Implications of the Digital India Act 2023

Indian-Built ARTIP Technology Revolutionizes Astronomy

Central Idea India’s Automated Radio Telescope Image Processing Pipeline (ARTIP) technology has been instrumental in facilitating remarkable discoveries from distant galaxies observed by South Africa’s MeerKAT Telescope. MeerKAT acts as a precursor to the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) Telescope, known for its outstanding sensitivity and sky survey capabilities. ARTIP’s cutting-edge image data processing is vital… Continue reading Indian-Built ARTIP Technology Revolutionizes Astronomy

PUSA-44 Paddy Variety Ban in Punjab

Central Idea Punjab CM recently announced the state’s decision to ban the cultivation of the PUSA-44 paddy variety starting from the next agricultural season. This move has raised questions about why such a popular paddy variety is facing a ban and what implications it holds for the state’s agriculture. About PUSA-44 Origin: Developed in 1993… Continue reading PUSA-44 Paddy Variety Ban in Punjab

When can a Bill be designated as a ‘Money Bill’: SC to hear challenge

Central Idea CJI announced that a seven-judge bench will be established to address a series of petitions challenging the government’s use of the money bill route to pass significant legislations. This move aims to provide clarity on the interpretation and application of money bills under Article 110 of the Constitution and their validity. Understanding the… Continue reading When can a Bill be designated as a ‘Money Bill’: SC to hear challenge

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