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House Panel includes SEBI review in agenda, likely to summon Buch 

Why in the News? The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has included a review of SEBI’s performance, amid political controversy surrounding chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch following Hindenburg Research’s allegations. What are the allegations against SEBI?   Conflict of Interest: SEBI chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch faces conflict of interest allegations due to her past ICICI Bank role amid… Continue reading House Panel includes SEBI review in agenda, likely to summon Buch 

A tourism policy ill-suited for Jammu and Kashmir  

Why in the News? Kashmir’s fragile environment faces severe damage from urbanization, commercialization, and climate change, underscoring the urgent need for a resilient and sustainable tourism model. Aims and Objectives of J&K Tourism Policy Promoting all forms of Tourism: The policy aims to promote traditional recreational tourism as well as adventure, pilgrimage, spiritual, and health… Continue reading A tourism policy ill-suited for Jammu and Kashmir  

[6th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Food Security Act has revamped the PDS

PYQ Relevance: Q What are the salient features of the National Food Security Act, 2013? How has the Food Security Bill helped in eliminating hunger and malnutrition in India? (UPSC IAS/2021) Q How far do you agree with the view that the focus on the lack of availability of food as the main cause of… Continue reading [6th September 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: The Food Security Act has revamped the PDS

[pib] VisioNxt Fashion Forecasting Initiative

Why in the News? The Union Ministry of Textiles has launched India’s first fashion forecasting initiative ‘VisioNxt’. About VisioNxt Initiative Details Launched By National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in collaboration with the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. Objective To provide India-specific fashion trend insights and reduce dependence on global forecasting agencies. Significance India’s… Continue reading [pib] VisioNxt Fashion Forecasting Initiative

Antibiotic Pollution from the Manufacturing Process

Why in the News? The World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever global guidance on managing antibiotic pollution from manufacturing processes. What is Antibiotic Pollution? Antibiotic pollution refers to the contamination of natural environments, particularly water and soil, by antibiotics. This pollution occurs when antibiotics are released into ecosystems through various sources, leading to the… Continue reading Antibiotic Pollution from the Manufacturing Process

What is Vertical Fiscal Imbalance? 

Why in the News? The financial relationship between the Union and State governments in India is imbalanced, similar to other nations with a federal constitutional structure. What is Vertical Fiscal Imbalance (VFI)? Vertical fiscal imbalance (VFI) refers to the mismatch between the revenue-raising powers and expenditure responsibilities of different levels of government (between the Center… Continue reading What is Vertical Fiscal Imbalance? 

Africa can make India’s ‘critical mineral mission’ shine  

Why in the News? India has invested approximately $75 billion in Africa, focused on energy assets and mining. This includes reaching out to resource-rich countries in Africa and Latin America to negotiate access to critical mineral resources. Recent Initiatives by the Indian Government: Critical Mineral Mission (Union Budget 2024-25): This mission aimed at securing the… Continue reading Africa can make India’s ‘critical mineral mission’ shine  

State changes in Rape law

Why in the News? Due to the ongoing protest in Kolkata, the WB Assembly has unanimously passed a Bill mandating the death penalty for rape cases where victims die or are left in vegetative states. Features of West Bengal’s Aparajita Bill: Death Penalty: The Bill mandates the death penalty for individuals convicted of rape if… Continue reading State changes in Rape law

 Singapore: A partner in India’s growth story  

Why in the News? The PM’s upcoming visit to Singapore offers a chance to reflect on the current state of the relationship. India-Singapore ties are dynamic, continually presenting new opportunities. India-Singapore Bilateral Relations Historical Ties: Diplomatic relations were established shortly after Singapore’s independence in 1965, with India being one of the first countries to recognize… Continue reading  Singapore: A partner in India’s growth story  

Gap between allocations for health, outcomes in States 

Why in the News? Realizing the full potential of Union Budget 2024-25 health allocations depends on State-level factors, as states share costs and handle the implementation of Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS). About the two major Centrally Sponsored initiatives   Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM): Focuses on improving health infrastructure through health and… Continue reading Gap between allocations for health, outcomes in States 

Bandipur Tiger Reserve (BTR)

Why in the News? An elephant was rescued from a rail barricade in the Maddur range of Bandipur Tiger Reserve. About the Bandipur Tiger Reserve (BTR): Details Location Mysore and Chamarajanagar districts, Karnataka; at the tri-junction of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. Part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Geography “Ecological confluence”… Continue reading Bandipur Tiger Reserve (BTR)

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