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India must address illegal emigration with empathy and urgency

Why in the News? The U.S. deporting dozens of Indians for being illegal immigrants is not unexpected or new. What are the reasons behind it?  Illegal Immigration Enforcement: The deportations are part of intensified Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations aimed at identifying, detaining, and deporting individuals who are in the U.S. without proper documentation.… Continue reading India must address illegal emigration with empathy and urgency

Ocean Coordination Mechanism (OCM)

Why in the News? The Ocean Coordination Mechanism (OCM) was recently announced by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO on January 14, 2025. What is Ocean Coordination Mechanism (OCM)? The OCM, launched by the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO, aims to enhance marine conservation and resource management. It focuses on the Caribbean and… Continue reading Ocean Coordination Mechanism (OCM)

[pib] Guru-Shishya Parampara Scheme

Why in the News? The Ministry of Culture implements a Central Sector scheme by the name of ‘Financial Assistance for Promotion of Guru-Shishya Parampara (Repertory Grant)’. What is the Guru-Shishya Parampara Scheme? The Ministry of Culture launched this scheme in 2003-04. It aims to preserve and promote India’s traditional performing arts. It provides financial assistance… Continue reading [pib] Guru-Shishya Parampara Scheme

How beggar-thy-neighbour policies can make global trade come to a standstill?

Why in the News? In 2025, the United States’ imposition of a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, along with a 10% tariff on Chinese goods, exemplifies modern beggar-thy-neighbour policies. What is Beggar-Thy-Neighbor Policy? Beggar-thy-neighbor policies refer to protectionist economic policies in which economic strategies are adopted by a country to improve its… Continue reading How beggar-thy-neighbour policies can make global trade come to a standstill?

Why the tax cuts are a one way gamble?

Why in the News? The Union Budget offers a major tax cut, benefiting taxpayers earning above ₹7 lakh. Rebates and exemptions have increased to reduce liabilities, though it may lead to an estimated ₹1 lakh crore revenue loss. What is the logic behind the tax rebates? Boosting Household Consumption: Taxpayers earning ₹7–12 lakh/year now qualify… Continue reading Why the tax cuts are a one way gamble?

[pib] GARBH-Ini-DRISHTI: India’s First Ferret Research Facility

Why in the News? India’s first Ferret Research Facility, GARBH-Ini-DRISHTI, was inaugurated at Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) in Faridabad to boost vaccine development and infectious disease research. About GARBH-INi-DRISHTI GARBH-INi-DRISHTI is a data repository and information-sharing hub designed to provide comprehensive clinical and biological insights into maternal and child health. Developed under… Continue reading [pib] GARBH-Ini-DRISHTI: India’s First Ferret Research Facility

Gyan Bharatam Mission

Why in the News? The Union Budget 2025-26 has introduced the Gyan Bharatam Mission, a comprehensive initiative for surveying, documenting, and conserving India’s manuscript heritage. What is Gyan Bharatam Mission? It is a nationwide initiative launched in the Union Budget 2025-26 to survey, document, and conserve India’s manuscript heritage. The mission aims to cover over… Continue reading Gyan Bharatam Mission

[4th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Some wind behind the sails of India’s shipping industry

PYQ Relevance: Q) ‘China is using its economic relations and positive trade surplus as tools to develop potential military power status in Asia’, In the light of this statement, discuss its impact on India as her neighbor. (UPSC CSE 2017) Q) The Gati-Shakti Yojana needs meticulous co-ordination between the government and the private sector to… Continue reading [4th February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Some wind behind the sails of India’s shipping industry

Second National Gene Bank

Why in the News? As part of the Union Budget 2025-26, Finance Minister announced the establishment of a second National Gene Bank in India. About the First National Gene Bank Established in 1996 by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBPGR) in New Delhi. Functions as India’s primary facility for… Continue reading Second National Gene Bank

NGT issues notice to Centre on use of invasive fish species for mosquito control

Why in the News? The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has sought a response from the Central government regarding the use of two highly invasive and alien fish species—Gambusia affinis (Mosquitofish) and Poecilia reticulata (Guppy)—as biological agents for mosquito control in multiple states. Both species are classified as “invasive and alien” by the National Biodiversity Authority… Continue reading NGT issues notice to Centre on use of invasive fish species for mosquito control

[3rd February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Beyond tax cuts, a closer read of the Union Budget

PYQ Relevance: Q) One of the intended objectives of Union-Budget 15-18 is to ‘transform, energize and clean India’. Analyze the measures proposed in the Budget 15-18 to achieve the objective. (UPSC CSE 2017) Q) Distinguish between Capital Budget and Revenue Budget. Explain the components of both these Budgets. (UPSC CSE 2021)   Mentor’s Comment: UPSC… Continue reading [3rd February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Beyond tax cuts, a closer read of the Union Budget

Inland Mangrove of Guneri

Why in the News? The Gujarat government has declared the Guneri Inland Mangrove in Kutch as the state’s first Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) under The Biological Diversity Act, 2002. Quick Facts about Mangroves in India: “Red List of Mangrove Ecosystems” report released on May 22 (International Day for Biodiversity), 2024. India holds 3% of South… Continue reading Inland Mangrove of Guneri

Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme

Why in the News? In the Union Budget 2025-26, Finance Minister, has introduced the Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme to provide digital textbooks in Indian languages. What is Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme? Aims and Objectives: It will provide digital textbooks and study resources for students at the school and university levels, promoting regional languages in the… Continue reading Bharatiya Bhasha Pustak Scheme

[pib] What is Geo-Economic Fragmentation?

Why in the News? The Economic Survey 2024-25 highlights the shift from globalization to geo-economic fragmentation (GEF). Countries are now forming economic blocs, with concepts like “friend-shoring” gaining prominence. What is Geo-Economic Fragmentation (GEF)? GEF refers to the breakdown of global economic integration, caused by strategic national policies. It involves disruptions in trade, capital flows,… Continue reading [pib] What is Geo-Economic Fragmentation?

Supreme Court (SC) bans Manual Scavenging in 6 cities in a writ petition

Why in the News? Recently, the Supreme Court ordered a complete ban on manual scavenging and unsafe cleaning of sewers and septic tanks in major cities across India. What measures will be implemented to ensure compliance with the ban? Affidavit Submission: The court has directed the Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of the six metropolitan cities—Delhi,… Continue reading Supreme Court (SC) bans Manual Scavenging in 6 cities in a writ petition

Four new sites to get Ramsar Tag

Why in the News? Ahead of World Wetlands Day (February 2nd), the Environment Ministry announced the inclusion of four new Ramsar sites, bringing India’s total to 89. The newly designated sites are Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary and Therthangal Bird Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, Khecheopalri Wetland in Sikkim, and Udhwa Lake Bird Sanctuary in Jharkhand.  With this,… Continue reading Four new sites to get Ramsar Tag

Cannabis Cultivation in India

Why in the News? The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet has approved a pilot study for the controlled cultivation of cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes. Legal Status of Cannabis Cultivation in India: Prohibited for recreational use under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. Section 2 of the NDPS Act bans the cultivation, production,… Continue reading Cannabis Cultivation in India

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