UGI USER, Author at Universal Group Of Institutions - Page 137 of 897
India's No.1 PU & Degree With Integrated IAS & IPS(UPSC/PSC) Training College.

*** Admissions are open for 2026-27. Courses offered - PUC (Science, Commerce & Arts), BSc (Environmental Science), BA, B.Com, BBA ***

By UGI USER

img
19Aug 2025

GST 2.0: Boosting India’s Tax Competitiveness

GST 2.0: Reforming India’s Tax Regime for Competitiveness Syllabus: GS Paper – 3 Growth & DevelopmentConstitutional Bodies Why in the News ? On India’s 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced GST 2.0, a next-generation reform focused on rate rationalization, simplification, compliance ease, and transparency. This aims to strengthen economic growth, reduce distortions, support …

Read More
18Aug 2025

Grassland Invaders Threaten Dibru-Saikhowa Park

Grassland Invaders Threaten Assam’s Dibru-Saikhowa National Park Why in News ? A new scientific study has revealed that both native and invasive plant species are altering the riverine ecosystem of Dibru-Saikhowa National Park (DSNP) in Assam, threatening its unique grasslands, biodiversity, and feral horses, while intensifying habitat loss and ecological imbalance. Study Findings and Key …

Read More
18Aug 2025

Jan Vishwas Bill 2025: Decriminalise Offences

Jan Vishwas Bill 2025 Seeks Offence Decriminalisation Why in News ? The Jan Vishwas (Amendment) Bill, 2025, will be introduced in the Lok Sabha by Union Minister Piyush Goyal. It aims to decriminalise minor offences, amend over 350 provisions, and promote ease of living and business through trust-based governance. Key Highlights of the Bill Introduced …

Read More
18Aug 2025

Russia Plans Venera-D Venus Mission in 2036

Russia Targets 2036 for Venera-D Venus Mission Launch Why in News ? Russia has announced plans to launch the Venera-D mission to Venus between 2034 and 2036. The mission will involve a lander, balloon probe, and orbital spacecraft, with preliminary design work beginning in January 2026 under its national space programme. Mission Plans and Development: …

Read More
18Aug 2025

Hurricane Erin Downgraded, Caribbean Islands Threatened

Hurricane Erin Downgraded but Threatens Caribbean Islands Why in the News ? Hurricane Erin, the first Atlantic hurricane of 2025, rapidly intensified into a Category-5 storm before being downgraded to Category-4 by the US National Hurricane Center (NHC). It now threatens the Caribbean islands with strong winds and heavy rainfall. Current Situation and Impact Hurricane …

Read More
18Aug 2025

Minority Educational Institutions Bill Passed

Uttarakhand Clears Bill for Minority Educational Institutions Why in News ? The Uttarakhand Cabinet has approved the Minority Educational Institutions Bill, 2025, set to be introduced in the Assembly session beginning August 19. The Bill extends benefits to Sikh, Jain, Christian, Buddhist, and Parsi institutions, beyond those granted earlier to Muslim institutions. Key Features of …

Read More
18Aug 2025

INS Tamal Strengthens India-Italy Ties in Naples Visit

INS Tamal Completes Naples Visit Strengthening India-Italy Ties Why in the News ? The Indian Navy’s stealth frigate INS Tamal concluded a port call at Naples, Italy, highlighting strong bilateral defence cooperation. The visit included professional exchanges, PASSEX with ITS Trieste, and cultural engagements under the India-Italy Strategic Partnership (2023) and Strategic Action Plan 2025-2029. …

Read More
18Aug 2025

Judicial Introspection: A Case for Reflection

A CASE FOR JUDICIAL INTROSPECTION Syllabus: GS-2: Functionioning of Judiciary Judiciary and its role Why in the News? The recent debates around the Election Commission of India (ECI) and the 2023 Act altering its selection process have highlighted judicial reluctance in safeguarding electoral integrity. The editorial argues that the Supreme Court’s failure to stay the …

Read More
18Aug 2025

Ethanol Blending in India: Promise and Challenges

Ethanol Blending in India: Promise, Pitfalls and the Road Ahead Syllabus: GS Paper – 3 Environmental Pollution & Degradation ,Renewable Energy 2nd ARC Why in the News ? India has achieved 20% ethanol blending (E20) five years ahead of the National Policy on Biofuels target. From 5% in 2014 to 20% in 2025, ethanol blending …

Read More
16Aug 2025

Typhoon Podul Hits Eastern Taiwan Hard

Typhoon Podul Brings Disruption to Eastern Taiwan Why in the News ? Typhoon Podul, the 11th typhoon of the year, struck eastern Taiwan making landfall in Taitung County. The storm disrupted flights, railway services, and public life, with authorities issuing widespread land and sea warnings and raising emergency responses in southern China. Current Developments: Landfall …

Read More

FREE Career Guidance Program Online | Silver Jubilee Celebration 2026


Free Coaching UCC