05Aug 2024

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MGNREGS: STATES FALL BEHIND IN PAYING UNEMPLOYMENT AID

Syllabus: GS-2: Issues relating to Poverty Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Focus: Recent reports indicate that states have significantly fallen behind in disbursing unemployment allowances under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), with only ₹90,000 released in 2023-24. This …

05Aug 2024

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HIGH INFLATION MAY HALT RATE CUTS

Syllabus: GS 3: Monetary Policy GS 3: Indian Economy Why in the News? The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee is meeting from August 6 to 8, 2024, to decide on the repo rate, expected to remain unchanged at 6.5% due to high inflation concerns. Source: RBI Introduction The Reserve Bank of India is expected to maintain …

05Aug 2024

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A FOUR-POINT ACTION PLAN FOR INDIA’S INVESTMENT CHARTER

Syllabus: GS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the Economy, Changes in Industrial Policy and their Effects on Industrial Growth. Investment Models. Why in the News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for an “investment-friendly charter” during the Niti Aayog meeting aims to boost foreign direct investment (FDI) in India. This initiative comes in response to India’s …

05Aug 2024

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INDIA TO INVITE GLOBAL BIDS TO TRADE IN ITS OIL RESERVES

Relevance GS Paper 2: International Relations Bilateral, regional, and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. GS Paper 3: Economy Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways, etc. Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Context India is set to move to …

05Aug 2024

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ANALYSIS OF BUDGET 2024: IMPACTS ON INDIA’S RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT LANDSCAPE

Syllabus: GS-3– Budget 2024, Economic development , Research and development in the field of Science and Technology Focus : This article examines the implications of India’s Budget 2024 on research and development (R&D), particularly in science and technology. It discusses the government’s focus on advanced technology missions and commercialization of research while addressing concerns about …

04Aug 2024

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PROCESS OF LITIGATION FREQUENTLY BECOMES A PUNISHMENT: CJI

Why in the News? Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud highlighted the burdensome nature of prolonged litigation, emphasizing the need for alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. The remarks were made during the commemoration of the week-long Special Lok Adalat at the Supreme Court. The CJI stressed the importance of Lok Adalats in providing a forum for …

04Aug 2024

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MYANMAR REBEL GROUP ‘CAPTURES’ REGIONAL MILITARY HEADQUARTERS

Why in the News? Myanmar’s National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) claims to have captured a regional military command. The capture marks a significant blow to the junta’s control in the region. The conflict in Myanmar continues to escalate, affecting regional stability. The MNDAA’s offensive highlights ongoing resistance against the military junta. Details of the Topic …

04Aug 2024

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PM: INDIA PART OF GLOBAL SOLUTION ON FOOD SECURITY

Why in the News? PM Narendra Modi emphasizes India’s role in global food security at the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists. India is now a food surplus country, contributing to global food security. The government focuses on sustainable and climate-resilient farming practices. India’s agricultural policies are geared towards supporting small farmers and promoting organic …

04Aug 2024

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FIGHTING MOSQUITO MENACE WITH REPELLENTS, VACCINES

Why in the News? WHO recommends two malaria vaccines, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat mosquito-borne diseases. Malaria remains a significant health concern in many parts of the world, including India. The use of repellents and vaccines is crucial in the fight against mosquito-borne diseases. Recent advancements in vaccine development offer new hope for controlling malaria. …

04Aug 2024

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DOYEN OF DANCE YAMINI KRISHNAMURTHY PASSES AWAY

Why in the News? Renowned classical dancer Yamini Krishnamurthy passed away at age 83. She was a prominent figure in popularizing Bharatanatyam in North India. Her contributions to Indian classical dance have been widely recognized and celebrated. Her passing marks the end of an era for Bharatanatyam and Indian classical dance. Details of the Topic …

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