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Why in the news? Prime Minister Narendra Modi defended the Agnipath scheme on the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War. Modi emphasised the scheme aims to keep the Army young and fit for war. Criticised the Opposition, especially Congress, for politicising national security issues and past failures to meet armed forces’ demands. source:worldmap About the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra stated that India’s tax-to-GDP ratio is not low, contrary to popular belief. The ratio is about 18% when including both central (12%) and state (6%) taxes. Higher tax-to-GDP ratios in India can be attributed to income levels relative to per capita income. source:scribd Tax-to-GDP Ratio: Key Points …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has proposed amendments to the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Rules, 1982, to combat air pollution. These amendments include penalties for non-compliance and appointing adjudicating officers to enforce rules, impacting polluting industries such as manufacturing and textiles. Key Proposals and Changes …
Read MoreWhy in the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced new guidelines requiring banks to hold a higher stock of liquid assets to address potential bank runs. The guidelines focus on deposits made through digital channels, which are considered less stable and prone to quick withdrawals. Source: BS Key Provisions and Requirements Banks …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Union Budget 2024 has been criticized for its lack of ambition and novel ideas in the agricultural sector. Despite prioritizing “productivity and resilience in agriculture,” the budget proposals largely repeat previous promises without introducing significant new initiatives. source: BBC Agricultural highlights in budget: The budget’s plan to initiate one crore …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Role of External State and Non-state Actors in creating challenges to Internal Security. Security Challenges and their Management in Border Areas – Linkages of Organized Crime with Terrorism. Why in the News? The resurgence of militant activity in Jammu’s Pir Panjal and Chenab valleys, characterized by increased infiltration and attacks, has heightened …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-1: Social Issue Focus: The need for robust data privacy and management in India’s extensive education system. With the introduction of UDISE+ and APAAR platforms, concerns arise regarding data security, parental consent, and regulatory compliance under new laws like the DPDP Act. source:slideshare Overview of Indian Education System: Expansive Ecosystem: India has about 15 …
Read MoreRelevance: GS – 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Why in the News? With the primary goal is to fast-track the growth of the rural economy the Budget 2024-25 has been introduced. Aiming to generate large-scale employment opportunities. A provision of ₹2.66 lakh crore has …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Indian government is on track to register 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) by December 2024, two months ahead of the February 2025 deadline. The initiative aims to strengthen farmers’ collective bargaining power and bridge the gap between wholesale and retail food prices by aggregating and processing primary produce Current Progress …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Leaders from 10 Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) met Union Home Minister Amit Shah to push for the 125th Amendment Bill, which aims to enhance their powers and financial resources. The joint forum, representing ADCs from Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and Tripura, highlighted the urgent need for greater self-governance and development in tribal …
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