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07Aug 2024

MEASURING NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCY AMONG THE POOR IN INDIA: INSIGHTS FROM HCES 2022-23

Syllabus: GS-2– Health and nutrition ,Children’s welfare, Growth of  nation , sustainable development Focus: This article focuses on measuring and understanding the nutritional deficiency among the poor in India using data from the HCES 2022-23. It emphasizes the need for targeted nutritional schemes to address this issue and improve the health of the poorest segments …

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06Aug 2024

PARTNERS IN FOOD SECURITY

source:brightspace Syllabus: GS-3: Agricultural Produce and Issues and Related Constraints; E-technology in the aid of farmers. Focus: The 32nd ICAE conference is being held in Delhi for which India is taking the leadership role in the context of increasing consciousness towards solving world food insecurity and agricultural issues. This event stresses out that it could …

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06Aug 2024

CAUTIOUSLY WELCOME CHINESE INVESTMENT

Syllabus: GS 2: Bilateral Relations GS 3: Foreign Direct Investment Why in the News? India saw a decrease, in its Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from $84 billion in the year 2021 22 to $44 billion underscoring the obstacles and adjustments required to reach the government’s target of attracting $100 billion, in FDI. Source: Statesman Introduction …

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06Aug 2024

PARLIAMENT INTRODUCES BILL FOR OIL SECTOR STABILITY

Why in the news? The Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, introduced in Parliament, aims to boost investor confidence by ensuring policy stability, providing arbitration options, and extending lease periods. source:gyanmedia About Introduction of Oilfields Amendment Bill: The Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, was introduced in Parliament to enhance policy stability and …

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06Aug 2024

GLOBAL MARKETS PLUNGE ON US RECESSION FEARS

Why in the news? Global markets plunged due to fears of a US recession, yen carry trades, and geopolitical tensions. The rupee hit an all-time low, and foreign portfolio investors withdrew $1.2 billion. source:scribd Global Market Impact: Rupee Falls: Hits an all-time low of 84.09 against the dollar due to global sell-off and FPIs pulling …

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06Aug 2024

INDIA’S NEW STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE (SOP) TO SPEED UP ORGAN TRANSPORT

Why in the news? The Centre’s new SOP streamlines organ transplant transport, eliminating airport screenings, ensuring efficient organ delivery via road, air, rail, and sea, and coordinating with multiple ministries to enhance speed and safety. About New SOP for Organ Transport: Uniform SOP Finalised: The Centre has implemented a standard operating procedure (SOP) to expedite …

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06Aug 2024

PM MODI PRAISES ARTICLE 370 REVOCATION; CONGRESS CRITICISES

Why in the news? On the fifth anniversary of Article 370’s revocation, PM Modi hailed it as a new era of progress, while Congress criticised the move for increasing terrorism and delaying development. source:graphics PM Modi’s Remarks on Article 370 Abrogation: Anniversary Statement: On the fifth anniversary of Article 370’s revocation, PM Modi hailed it …

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06Aug 2024

SARISKA RESERVE: BAN PRIVATE VEHICLES, BOOST TIGER PROTECTION

Why in the news? The Supreme Court’s Central Empowered Committee recommends banning private vehicles in Sariska Tiger Reserve by March 2025 and creating a Special Tiger Protection Force to enhance tiger conservation efforts. source:wordpress Recommendations for Sariska Tiger Reserve: Private Vehicle Ban: The Central Empowered Committee (CEC) has recommended banning private vehicles in Sariska Tiger …

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06Aug 2024

SUPREME COURT INQUIRY INTO WEST BENGAL’S OBC CLASSIFICATION

Why in the news? The Supreme Court is scrutinising West Bengal’s process for classifying 77 communities as OBCs, questioning data validity and consultation procedures, following a High Court order that cancelled OBC certificates. Background of the Appeal: The appeal challenges a Calcutta High Court order that cancelled all OBC certificates issued since The High Court …

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06Aug 2024

UNION AGRICULTURE MINISTER SHIVRAJ SINGH CHOUHAN ANNOUNCES HORTICULTURE INVESTMENT AND OILSEEDS MISSION PLANS

Why in the news? Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Chouhan announced major investments in horticulture and a new oilseeds mission to boost domestic production. The move aims to enhance farm income and reduce imports. Announcements and Initiatives: Horticulture Clusters: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced a ₹18,000 crore investment to set up 100 export-oriented horticulture …

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