UGI USER, Author at Universal Group Of Institutions

11Jul 2024

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Underwater-launched UAV & More: DRDO Sanctions Seven Projects

Why in the news? DRDO has sanctioned seven new projects to private sector companies, focusing on innovative technologies like underwater-launched UAVs and advanced textiles. source:slideshare About New Projects Sanctioned for Technological Development: Aircraft Anti-Icing Mechanism Development: Company: Craftlogic Labs Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru. Objective: Develop a mechanism for turning on the aircraft anti-icing system. Radar Signal …

11Jul 2024

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THE CASE FOR A CASTE CENSUS

Syllabus: GS 2: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors. Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections of the population Focus: The call for a caste Census has gained renewed momentum, with multiple states conducting their own caste surveys. The demand for comprehensive caste data collection in the national Census has become a focal point …

11Jul 2024

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Second BIMSTEC Foreign Ministers’ Retreat Commences in New Delhi

Why in the News? The 2nd BIMSTEC Foreign Ministers’ Retreat begins today in New Delhi, hosted by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. This event aims to enhance cooperation among BIMSTEC member countries in sectors like security, connectivity, trade, and investment in the Bay of Bengal region. Key Highlights Purpose: The retreat focuses on broadening and …

10Jul 2024

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“SC DIRECTS PATANJALI TO REMOVE PRODUCTS OVER FALSE HEALTH CLAIMS”

Why in the news? Patanjali was instructed by the Supreme Court to remove 14 products for violating Drugs and Magic Remedies Act regulations. Govt ordered a brainstorming session on advertising regulations following concerns raised by Indian Medical Association. About the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954: Legislative Framework: Enforces control over drug advertisements …

10Jul 2024

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UNION EDUCATION MINISTRY REVIEWS NEP 2020 IMPLEMENTATION PROGRESS WITH STATES

Why in the news? The Union Education Ministry reviews National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 implementation progress with states and UTs. Focus on aligning flagship schemes, developing a five-year NEP roadmap, and resolving implementation challenges with various states. Source:scribd About National Education Policy 2020: Introduction: The National Education Policy 2020 is India’s first education policy of …

10Jul 2024

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A BUDGET THAT DRIVES GROWTH WITH STABILITY

Syllabus: GS 3: Government Budgeting Focus: The final Budget for 2024-25, to be presented on July 23, marks the new government’s opportunity to outline its economic strategy. With global economic challenges, the focus is on domestic growth, fiscal consolidation, and employment generation, aiming for sustainable GDP growth and adherence to Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management …

10Jul 2024

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SIXTEENTH FINANCE COMMISSION ESTABLISHES ADVISORY PANEL FOR BROADENED SCOPE

Why in the news? The Sixteenth Finance Commission forms an advisory panel to aid in Terms of Reference, research, and broaden its scope. Panel led by Poonam Gupta includes experts from EY, Axis Bank, HSBC, and Bank of America for diverse inputs. Source: researchgate About 16th Finance Commission: Constituted under Article 280 (1) of the …

10Jul 2024

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“FINANCIAL INCLUSION INDEX IN INDIA RISES TO 64.2 IN MARCH 2024”

Why in the news? The Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) in India rose to 64.2 in March 2024, showing growth across all sub-indices. RBI reports improved access, usage, and quality of financial services, indicating enhanced financial inclusion nationwide. Source: quora About Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index): Comprehensive Index: Includes banking, investments, insurance, postal, and pension sectors, developed …

10Jul 2024

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BHOJ WETLAND FACES DELISTING FROM RAMSAR CONVENTION OVER CONSTRUCTION CONCERNS

Why in the news? Bhoj wetland in Bhopal risks delisting from the Ramsar Convention due to potential ecological damage from proposed road construction. The Ramsar Convention secretariat has requested clarification from India regarding the impact of these construction activities. Source: Lotusarise About Ramsar Convention: Adoption: Intergovernmental treaty adopted on 2nd February 1971 in Ramsar, Iran. …

10Jul 2024

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“DODA GUNFIGHT FOLLOWS KATHUA AMBUSH, FIVE GARHWAL RIFLES SOLDIERS KILLED”

Why in the news? Security forces in Doda, J&K, are engaged in a gunfight with 2-3 terrorists after a cordon-and-search operation. Army, police, and CRPF launched a search operation for militants involved in an attack on an Army convoy. Source:worldatlas About Garhwal Rifles: Originally raised in 1887 as the 39th (Garhwal) Regiment of the Bengal …

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