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EMPLOYMENT-LINKED INCENTIVE SCHEME FOR FORMAL JOB CREATION Why in the News? Cabinet approval: The Union Cabinet approved the Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme to boost formal job creation, especially in manufacturing. This represents one of the most significant policy changes in recent years aimed at employment generation. Massive outlay: With a budget of ₹99,446 crore, the …
Read MoreRAILWAYS LAUNCHES RAILONE APP FOR SEAMLESS TRAVEL SERVICES Why in the News? New launch: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the RailOne app in New Delhi, offering a unified superapp for smart travel solutions. This one-stop platform represents a significant step in digital innovation for the railway sector. Developed by: The app is created by …
Read MorePM Modi’s Five-Nation Visit – July 2025: Strengthening Ties with the Global South Prime Minister Narendra Modi undertook a significant five-nation diplomatic tour in July 2025, visiting Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. This visit underscores India’s commitment to strengthening its relationships with nations of the Global South and fostering cooperation across various …
Read MoreStrait of Hormuz: The World’s Most Strategic Maritime Chokepoint The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow, deep waterway that connects the oil-rich Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. Despite its modest dimensions—just 33 km (21 miles) wide at its narrowest point—the strait is the single most important chokepoint for global …
Read MoreIndia-US Strategic Partnership: Finalizing New 10-Year Defence Framework Agreement Context: Strengthening Indo-US Defense Ties External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar’s recent meeting with US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon underscores the deepening India-US strategic convergence. This high-level diplomatic engagement, following the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Washington, is part of an ongoing …
Read MoreMacron and Putin Hold First Phone Call in Over Two Years Context: Russian President Vladimir Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron held a telephone conversation—their first since September 2022—amid rising global tensions and the ongoing Ukrainian crisis. This call marks a significant moment in global geopolitics, as world leaders seek to address pressing international issues. …
Read MoreBIG BEAUTIFUL BILL – USA: Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act Passes Senate In the latest national news, President Donald Trump’s ambitious “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act has passed the Senate, marking a significant milestone for his “America First” agenda during his second term. This budget reconciliation bill, which has been the subject of intense …
Read MoreTHE THALI INDEX AND INDIA’S FOOD SUBSIDY REFORM Syllabus: GS-3: India Economy and development Food Security Why in the News? A recent analysis of India’s household consumption expenditure survey (2023–24), juxtaposed with the ‘Thali Index’, has revealed significant gaps between poverty estimates and actual food consumption affordability. Despite optimistic poverty data from SBI and the …
Read MoreFive Biggest Hydroelectric Power Plants in India Hydroelectric power is a critical component of India’s energy mix, contributing to energy security, irrigation, flood protection, and regional development. For UPSC aspirants, a nuanced understanding of the technical, geographic, economic, social, and environmental aspects of major hydroelectric power plants is essential. This article provides a comprehensive, data-rich …
Read MoreUNESCO World Heritage Sites in India India is home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites that showcase the country’s rich cultural and natural heritage. These sites include ancient monuments, religious structures, and architectural marvels that span thousands of years of history. This article provides an overview of some of the most significant World Heritage Sites …
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