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Women Bank Mitras Drive Rural Wealth Creation Why in the News ? With over 57 crore Jan Dhan accounts, including 32 crore held by women, attention has shifted from financial access to economic empowerment. Initiatives like Business Correspondent Sakhi and proposed SHE Marts aim to convert rural women into active wealth creators. From Financial Inclusion …
Read MoreEnvironmental Clearances: Balancing Development and Conservation Why in the News ? Recent debates around ex post facto environmental clearances have highlighted tensions between development and conservation. The Supreme Court’s stance on retrospective environmental clearances and the application of the precautionary principle have significant implications for projects requiring environmental impact assessment under the EIA Notification. Legal …
Read MoreSalar de Pajonales: Clue to Martian Life Why in the News ? Scientists studying Salar de Pajonales in Chile’s Atacama Desert have discovered how gypsum rocks protect and preserve microbial life. The findings strengthen the possibility that similar gypsum deposits on Mars could hold evidence of ancient extraterrestrial life. Research at such sites requires proper …
Read MoreHormuz Tensions Test India’s Energy Security Why in the News ? Escalating conflict involving Iran, the U.S., and Israel has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy chokepoint. While India has short-term oil buffers and diversified suppliers following the precautionary principle in energy security, prolonged disruption could raise import costs and …
Read MoreDelhi Studies Odisha Model for Solar Policy Why in the News ? The Delhi government is examining Odisha’s Utility-Led Aggregation (ULA) model under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana to frame a new solar power policy that aligns with environmental clearance norms and promotes a pollution free environment. Major announcements are expected in the …
Read MoreIran-Israel Conflict Escalates After Khamenei’s Death Why in the News ? Following the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the U.S.–Israeli strikes, Iran launched missile attacks across Israel and Gulf countries hosting U.S. forces. The conflict has intensified regional instability, with leadership transition underway in Tehran. Escalation of Military Confrontation: Iran vowed retaliation …
Read MoreDelhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana Launched by President Why in the News ? President Droupadi Murmu is launching the Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, an expanded version of the Ladli Scheme, aimed at enhancing financial support for girl children. The scheme targets low-income families and seeks to promote education, dignity, and empowerment of daughters. Launch and Key …
Read MoreLeveraging AI Anxiety for Atmanirbhar India Syllabus: GS-3:Robotics , Artificial Intelligence, Scientific Innovations & Discoveries, IT & Computers GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions Why in the News ? The growing global race in Artificial Intelligence (AI), discussions at the AI Impact Summit, and debates on job losses versus economic gains have intensified policy focus in …
Read MoreSixteenth Finance Commission Analysis Syllabus GS 3: Indian Economy Why in the News? Recently, the Sixteenth Finance Commission’s recommendations on tax devolution, grants, and fiscal transfers have triggered debate over federal balance, State finances, cesses, surcharges, and equity in Centre-State financial relations. Introduction The Sixteenth Finance Commission has played an important role in shaping fiscal …
Read MoreKerala’s Global Renaissance: Turning Paradox into a Blueprint for a Weightless Economy Syllabus: GS 3 Economic development Tourism sector Focus area The article highlights Kerala’s developmental paradox—high human capital, ecological fragility, and remittance dependence—and argues for a shift towards a globally integrated, innovation-driven “weightless economy.” It emphasises leveraging biodiversity, medical technology, marine resources, …
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