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Syllabus: GS 2: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Transparency & Accountability and institutional and other measures. Focus: The examination crisis in India has garnered significant attention due to recurring issues with conducting fair and secure exams like NEET and UGC NET. Accountability …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The RBI has revamped its currency swap arrangement for SAARC countries from 2024 to 2027. Introducing a dedicated INR swap window with incentives to support Indian rupee liquidity. Allocating ₹250 billion for INR support to enhance regional financial stability. Key Feature of the Framework: INR Swap Window: Established to facilitate easier …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The mainland serow, typically found in Bhutan, has been spotted at a record low altitude in western Assam, marking its first appearance near human settlements. A team of scientists documented a lone mainland serow at just 96 meters above sea level in Raimona National Park. This marks a significant expansion of …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Open market sales of wheat and chana from buffer stocks have mitigated soaring inflation rates, maintaining price stability despite supply challenges. Increasing climate-induced supply shocks have highlighted the necessity for expanding buffer stocks to include other essential food items. Case for Buffering Staple Foods Buffering Wheat Stocks Government offloaded 34.82 lakh …
Read MoreWhy in the news? SEBI , in its recent board meeting, has approved significant changes aimed at enhancing market integrity and investor protection. Key Changes Approved: Revised eligibility criteria for stocks in the derivatives segment to improve market quality. Introduction of a fixed price delisting process to streamline voluntary delisting of frequently traded shares. Minimum …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) is amending the MSME Development Act, 2006 to improve mechanisms for managing disputes related to delayed payments and address evolving sector needs. The ministry plans to transform the Samadhaan portal from a dispute tracker to a comprehensive online resolution platform. Source: …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Reserve Bank of India’s Financial Stability Report for June 2024 highlights that the gross non-performing assets (GNPA) ratio of scheduled commercial banks reached a 12-year low of 2.8% in March 2024. The GNPA ratio is projected to further improve to 2.5% by March 2025, based on macro stress tests assessing …
Read MoreFocus: The Opposition bloc under INDIA plans to move adjournment motions in Parliament over NEET irregularities and paper leaks in exams. Opposition seeks to halt regular House proceedings to address NEET and exam paper issues. Source: Learning Understanding Adjournment Motion: A motion moved to urgently discuss a matter of public importance, requiring consent from the …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 3: Security challenges and their management in border areas – linkages of organized crime with terrorism. Focus: The attack occurred on June 9, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s oath-taking ceremony for his third term. Source: testbook During the last several years thousands of civilians have lost their lives in acts of terrorism, …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3- GDP growth rate , economic and overall development , Monetary policy and Credit growth Focus : The article explores the intricate relationship between interest rates, investment, and economic growth in India. It questions the assumption that cheaper credit automatically boosts GDP growth, highlighting the role of market demand, capacity utilization, and inflation in …
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