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09May 2025

India-UK Carbon Tax Clash Amid Trade Talks

India-UK Carbon Tax Clash Amid Trade Talks Why in the News ? India has warned of retaliation if the UK introduces its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) without granting India’s demand for a carve-out in the free trade agreement (FTA), citing adverse impact on Indian exports and MSMEs. Concerns Over UK’s Proposed Carbon Tax: The …

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09May 2025

Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan to Empower Farmers

Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan to Empower Farmers Why in the News ? The Union Agriculture Minister announced the launch of Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, a nationwide awareness campaign from 29 May to 12 June, aimed at educating 1.5 crore farmers on modern agricultural technologies and new seed varieties across 700 districts. About the Launch of …

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09May 2025

Unsung Indian Heroes in World War II: Legacy of Sacrifice

Unsung Indian Heroes in World War II: Legacy of Sacrifice Syllabus: GS-1: World War I , World War II Focus: VE Day marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe, a moment to reflect on the unsung contributions of Indians like Sitaramaiah and Latif, who played vital roles during …

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09May 2025

SCATTERED PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES, FRAGMENTED GOVERNANCE: THE FAULT LINES IN PUBLIC HEALTH AND ITS EDUCATION IN INDIA

SCATTERED PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES, FRAGMENTED GOVERNANCE: THE FAULT LINES IN PUBLIC HEALTH AND ITS EDUCATION IN INDIA Why in the News? World Health Day 2025 was observed on April 7 with the theme ‘Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Future’, promoting a message of optimism and progress in global health. However, India faces significant structural gaps in public …

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09May 2025

🎓 IITian to IAS Aspirant: How Rahul Kumar (AIR 712) Made His Mark with Universal Coaching Centre’s Mentorship

Every year, thousands of bright minds dream of cracking the UPSC Civil Services Examination. For Rahul Kumar, an engineering graduate from IIT Delhi and a native of Bhagalpur, Bihar, that dream turned into a proud reality when he secured All India Rank 712 in the UPSC CSE 2023. Rahul’s journey was powered by self-discipline, clarity …

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08May 2025

Delhi’s EV Policy Mulls Carbon Credit Incentives

Delhi’s EV Policy Mulls Carbon Credit Incentives Why in the News ? The Delhi government is drafting its Electric Vehicles Policy 2.0, which includes a proposal to award carbon credits to EV buyers. While intended to boost EV adoption, experts warn of implementation challenges, pricing uncertainty, and market access issues. About the Proposal and Objectives …

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08May 2025

Starlink Gets Approval to Launch Internet Services

Starlink Gets Approval to Launch Internet Services Why in the News ? The Indian government has issued a letter of intent to Starlink, allowing it to begin preparations for offering satellite internet services in India. Final approvals will follow service demonstrations, security clearances, and compliance with local data and manufacturing norms. Regulatory Approvals and Licensing …

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08May 2025

India-UK FTA Raises Concerns for Medical Device Sector

India-UK FTA Raises Concerns for Medical Device Sector Why in the News ? The proposed India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has alarmed domestic medical device manufacturers, who fear that Chinese products may gain duty-free access to Indian markets via the UK, bypassing tariffs and undermining India’s medtech ecosystem. Concerns over Chinese Backdoor Entry Domestic manufacturers …

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08May 2025

CCI Notifies New Norms for Predatory Pricing

CCI Notifies New Norms for Predatory Pricing Why in the News ? The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has notified the 2025 Cost of Production Regulations to better examine predatory pricing and deep discounting in quick commerce and e-commerce sectors, enabling case-by-case evaluation in dynamic digital markets. Background and Context: The Competition Commission of India …

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08May 2025

India Strengthens Cyber Defenses After Operation Sindoor

India Strengthens Cyber Defenses After Operation Sindoor Why in the News ? Following India’s Operation Sindoor, which involved missile strikes on terrorist camps, there has been a spike in cyberattack threats targeting Indian digital infrastructure. The government is ramping up cybersecurity measures, especially in border and sensitive regions, to counter threats. Rising Cyber Threats Post-Operation …

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