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Eliminating elitism in mental health

Why in the News? The Ministry of Labour and Employment’s 2024 report indicates that all States and Union Territories must complete harmonization and pre-publication of draft rules for new Labour Codes by March 31, 2025, allowing for mental health provisions. How does social inequality impact mental health access and outcomes? Disparity in Access to Care:… Continue reading Eliminating elitism in mental health

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

Samudrayaan Project

Why in the News? In a major boost to India’s Deep Ocean Mission, Finance Minister allocated ₹600 crore for the Samudrayaan project under the Union Budget 2025-26. About Samudrayaan Project Samudrayaan is India’s first manned deep-sea mission, designed for exploring ocean resources and conducting deep-sea research. It falls under the Deep Ocean Mission (DOM) of… Continue reading Samudrayaan Project

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

The Real Impact of Cash Transfers: What’s Working and What Needs Fixing?

Why This? If you’re gearing up for the UPSC exam, you’ve probably read a lot about cash transfer schemes and their role in welfare. But did you skip over the challenges like financial sustainability or the need for community-driven models? Here’s the deal: UPSC isn’t just about cramming facts, it wants you to dig deeper.… Continue reading The Real Impact of Cash Transfers: What’s Working and What Needs Fixing?

[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

Bridging Borders: Nepal-China Agreements and the Evolving India-China Dynamics

PYQs Anchoring:  Microthemes: India and its neighbourhood The recent agreements between Nepal and China mark a significant step in the regional geopolitics of South Asia, particularly under the framework of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). What are the Key Points of the Nepal-China Agreements? Challenges Ahead for Nepal-China Relationship: Challenge Details Example Implementation Gaps… Continue reading Bridging Borders: Nepal-China Agreements and the Evolving India-China Dynamics

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?

[1st February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Four years on, Myanmar and its continuing nightmare

PYQ Relevance: Q) Analyze internal security threats and transborder crimes along Myanmar, Bangladesh and Pakistan borders including Line of Control (LoC). Also discuss the role played by various security forces in this regard. (UPSC CSE 2020) Q) ‘India is an age-old friend of Sri Lanka.’ Discuss India’s role in the recent crisis in Sri Lanka… Continue reading [1st February 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Four years on, Myanmar and its continuing nightmare

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

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