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Choosing the right track to cut post-harvest losses

Why in the News?  India holds the position of the second-largest agricultural producer globally however, it only accounts for 2.4% of global agricultural exports, ranking eighth worldwide due to the post-harvest loss. A closer look at India’s post-harvest loss: Economic Impact: India faces annual post-harvest losses amounting to approximately ₹1,52,790 crore, significantly impacting farmer incomes… Continue reading Choosing the right track to cut post-harvest losses

How the Peace Deal in Colombia has affected its Cocaine Industry?

Why in the News? Colombia, the global center of the cocaine industry, is undergoing significant changes due to domestic and global forces. Recent Changes: Disruption in Cocaine Trade Colombia, the global center of the cocaine industry, is undergoing significant changes due to domestic and global forces. Two years ago, drug traffickers who buy coca paste… Continue reading How the Peace Deal in Colombia has affected its Cocaine Industry?

Union Govt. eases Procurement Rules for Scientific Research Goods

Why in the News? The Finance Ministry has announced new rules under the General Finance Rules (GFR) to give scientific Ministries more flexibility in importing and buying research equipment. These changes address scientists’ concerns about strict rules have slowed down research. Changes introduced in GFR The limit for buying goods without needing a tender has… Continue reading Union Govt. eases Procurement Rules for Scientific Research Goods

[18th July 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Intergenerational equity as tax devolution criterion

PYQ Relevance: Mains: Q.1) How have the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission of India enabled the States to improve their fiscal position? (UPSC IAS/2021) Q.2)  How is the Finance Commission of India constituted? What do you know about the terms of reference of the recently constituted Finance Commission? Discuss.  (UPSC IAS/2018)  Prelims:With reference to the Finance… Continue reading [18th July 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Intergenerational equity as tax devolution criterion

[17th July 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Centralised examinations have not aced the test

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q1 National Education Policy 2020 conforms with the Sustainable Development Goal-4 (2030). It intends to restructure and reorient the education system in India. Critically examine the statement. (UPSC IAS/2020)  Q2  The quality of higher education in India requires major improvement to make it internationally competitive. Do you think that the entry of… Continue reading [17th July 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Centralised examinations have not aced the test

ECI’s technical SOP for EVM verification is out: why verify and how? 

Why in the News? The ECI released a technical Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on July 16 for verifying burnt memory in EVMs and VVPATs, following an April Supreme Court verdict. What is the Burnt Memory of EVM? “Burnt memory” in Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) refers to the firmware or software program permanently written onto the… Continue reading ECI’s technical SOP for EVM verification is out: why verify and how? 

‘Telecom sector awaits next frontier in communications via policy reform’  

Why in the News? The telecom industry has proposed several policy recommendations to the Ministry of Communications that are essential to realize the Government’s vision of promoting digital empowerment and inclusivity. Present global status of the Indian market:  Digital Connectivity Advancements: India has made significant strides in digital connectivity, positioning itself as the third-largest digitized… Continue reading ‘Telecom sector awaits next frontier in communications via policy reform’  

As thoughts become digitised, who will protect our Neurorights? 

Why in the News? Many researchers anticipate the imminent development of wearable EEGs capable of enhancing human cognitive functions directly. Elon Musk’s Neuralink has also sparked optimism by exploring brain-computer interfaces to potentially restore lost functions in physically impaired individuals. Neuralink is a company founded by Elon Musk in 2016 that’s developing a brain-computer interface… Continue reading As thoughts become digitised, who will protect our Neurorights? 

Karnataka State Employment of Local Candidates in the Industries, Factories and Other Establishments Bill, 2024

Why in the News? The Karnataka Cabinet has approved a bill mandating that industries, factories, and other establishments appoint local candidates in 50% of management positions and 75% in non-management positions. The bill was cleared in a Cabinet meeting chaired by the Chief Minister. Key features of the Bill: Definition of a Local Candidate: Born… Continue reading Karnataka State Employment of Local Candidates in the Industries, Factories and Other Establishments Bill, 2024

India to host 2nd Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation

Why in the News? India will host the second Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation on September 11 and 12. The conference will be jointly organised by the Indian government and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) APAC. About the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Details Establishment and Background Founded on December 7, 1944,… Continue reading India to host 2nd Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation

[UPSC Openhouse] AIR 23, Saurabh Sharma | Decoding UPSC Essay paper brick by brick, How I scored 136 in Essay Paper| Join the session to score 130+ in Essay

You dont need to be writer. Building a strong context is more important than writing beautifully. Saurabh Sharma, AIR 23, UPSC 2023 Join AIR 23, Saurabh Sharma‘s Masterclass on 18th July 2024 at 7:00 pm Register for AIR 23, Saurabh Sharma Sir’s masterclass to take your Essays from ‘Zero To Advanced Level’. Read what AIR… Continue reading [UPSC Openhouse] AIR 23, Saurabh Sharma | Decoding UPSC Essay paper brick by brick, How I scored 136 in Essay Paper| Join the session to score 130+ in Essay

[16th July 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: ‘Big brother’ to ‘Brother’, a Nepal-India reset 

PYQ Relevance: Mains:  Q) ‘The long-sustained image of India as a leader of the oppressed and marginalised nations has disappeared on account of its new found role in the emerging global order.’ Elaborate.  (UPSC IAS/2019) Prelims:Consider the following statements:  (UPSC IAS/2020)1) The value of Indo-Sri Lanka trade has consistently increased in the last decade.2) “Textile… Continue reading [16th July 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: ‘Big brother’ to ‘Brother’, a Nepal-India reset 

ISRO has a problem: many rockets, but too few satellites to launch 

Why in the News?  After the ambitious Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) was finalized in June 2024, ISRO Chairman S. Somanath stated its launch capability exceeded demand threefold, highlighting a need for robust domestic market demand for launch vehicles. What is the present scenario of Satellites in India?    India operates a diverse fleet of satellites… Continue reading ISRO has a problem: many rockets, but too few satellites to launch 

China’s Communist Party begins ‘Third Plenum’ with focus on slowing economy       

Why in the news?  China’s Communist Party commenced and formulated a strategy for achieving self-reliant economic growth amidst heightened National security concerns and restrictions on American technology access. What are the plenums of the Chinese Communist Party? The Chinese Communist Party holds a major congress twice a decade, where members of the Central Committee are… Continue reading China’s Communist Party begins ‘Third Plenum’ with focus on slowing economy       

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