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Why in the news? The Ministry of Mines is developing a Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme to enhance the recycling of critical minerals in India. This initiative aims to stimulate domestic supply chains and address the lackluster response to recent auctions of critical mineral source: BS Key Points : The PLI scheme targets e-waste recycling …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Rahul Gandhi, in his first speech as Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, invoked the abhaya mudra to highlight the concept of freedom from fear. Gandhi criticized the current government for fostering a culture of fear, contrasting it with the fearlessness inherent in Hindu religion and Indian civilization. Source: WordPress Mudras …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh is set to become the second home for cheetahs in India due to the carrying capacity of Kuno National Park being exceeded. The overabundance of cheetahs in Kuno has led to a significant reduction in their main prey base, the chital, by 25%. Source: …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Defence Ministry plans private sector involvement for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) prototype, expected by 2028-29. The AMCA project aims for production by 2032-33 and induction by 2034, with significant industry participation. source:scribd About Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA): India’s fifth-generation multirole fighter jet. Larger than other Indian Air …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Transparency and Accountability Elections Focus: The debate over implementing totalisers in Indian elections has reignited due to concerns over voter anonymity and electoral transparency. Advocates stress its role in preventing voter intimidation, while challenges include technological integration and political opposition. Source: UGI Representative’s Controversy Recent Incident: Devesh Chandra Thakur, Janata Dal …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 1: Salient features of Indian Society. And Social Empowerment GS 2: Welfare Schemes for Vulnerable Sections of the population Focus: The Supreme Court of India’s recent rejection of same-sex unions has brought the focus back to the legal struggles and societal challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ communities, highlighting the need for continued advocacy and …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 3: Inclusive Growth and issues arising from it. Effects of Liberalization on the Economy. Focus: India’s unemployment crisis and rising inequality, questioning the effectiveness of economic policies and highlighting the need for comprehensive reforms to address these critical issues. Source: AlJazeera The Current Unemployment Scenario Job generation: The Indian economy requires over …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Indian Navy’s ₹43,000 crore Project-75(I) submarine deal has completed field evaluation trials for Germany’s TKMS and Spain’s Navantia. Evaluation reports will be compiled for the Defence Ministry, focusing on Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems and indigenous content. source:quora About Project-75 (I): Objective: Indigenous construction of six Kalvari Class Diesel-Electric Attack …
Read MoreWhy in the news? June’s GST revenue growth slowed to a three-year low of 7.74%. No official statement released by the Finance Ministry on GST collections. About Goods and Services Tax (GST): GST was introduced through the 101st Constitution Amendment Act, 2016. The GST has subsumed indirect taxes like excise duty, Value Added Tax (VAT), …
Read MoreWhy in the news? NIA allowed jailed Kashmiri leader Engineer Rashid to take oath as an MP. Rashid faces terror funding charges under UAPA from 2019. source:thequint National Investigation Agency (NIA): Role: Central Counter Terrorism Law Enforcement Agency of India Parent Ministry: Union Ministry of Home Affairs Establishment: Created after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. …
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