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01Feb 2025

India’s Economic Growth Forecast and Policy Recommendations

Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Growth & Development Focus: The Economic Survey 2024-25 forecasts India’s growth between 6.3% and 6.8% for 2025-26, citing strong economic fundamentals but acknowledging uncertainties in urban demand and investment. It emphasizes the need for deregulation, fostering trust, and indigenising key sectors to meet growth aspirations for 2047. India’s …

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31Jan 2025

Restoring Yamuna: Beyond Politics for Sustainable Solutions

Syllabus: GS-1: Inter-State Relations , Dispute Redressal Mechanisms ,Tribunals , Water Resources Focus: The Yamuna River became a political flashpoint after Delhi Chief Minister accused Haryana of releasing contaminated water, jeopardizing public health. Amid election campaigns, the focus shifted to the river’s pollution, water shortages, and declining ecological flow, highlighting the need for inter-state cooperation …

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16Jan 2025

Supreme Court Directives on Inclusive Sanitation Facilities

Why in the news? The Supreme Court directed courts and tribunals nationwide to provide inclusive sanitation facilities, including separate toilets for transgender persons, marking a historic step toward equality and addressing basic rights highlighted in a 2023 PIL. Landmark Directives by the Supreme Court: The Supreme Court of India mandated the provision of inclusive washroom …

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10Jan 2025

India’s Economy Set to Grow Amid Key Challenges

Why in the news? The UN’s World Economic Situation and Prospects report highlights India’s projected 6.6% growth in 2025, easing currency pressures, infrastructure-driven expansion, robust exports, and opportunities from untapped critical minerals amid persistent gender disparities. India’s Economic Outlook for 2025: India’s economy is projected to grow by 6% in 2025, driven by robust private …

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09Jan 2025

The Struggle with PDS: The Right to Food in Crisis

Why in the News? Reports highlight: In 2023, alarming reports from Jharkhand and Odisha revealed that many households were removed from the Public Distribution System (PDS). State-wide issue: Bihar also faces PDS struggles, particularly among marginalized communities like the Musahars, exacerbated by the COVID-19 supply crisis. Challenges with PDS Access and Quality Exclusion of households: …

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08Jan 2025

2025 Calendar Highlights Transformative Governance and Participation

Why in the news? The Information and Broadcasting Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, unveiled the Government of India Calendar 2025 with the theme “Janbhagidari se Jankalyan,” emphasizing public participation and showcasing the impact of transformative governance over the past decade. Unveiling of Government of India Calendar 2025 Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the 2025 Government …

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06Jan 2025

Brahmaputra Basin Dams: Geopolitical Tensions and Environmental Risks

Syllabus: GS-1: Water Resources GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests GS-3: Conservation Focus: China’s ambitious mega-dam project on the Brahmaputra at the Great Bend has raised concerns over its environmental impact and its geopolitical implications for India, Bangladesh, and Bhutan. The growing competition for hydropower …

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04Jan 2025

India Protests Chinese Counties, Concerns Over Mega Dam

Why in the news? India has lodged a protest against China’s creation of new counties in Ladakh and raised concerns over China’s $137 billion mega dam project on the Brahmaputra river, emphasizing transparency and protection of downstream interests. India Lodges Protest Over New Counties in Ladakh: India raised a formal protest against China’s creation of …

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01Jan 2025

Ambitious Sewerage Projects Approved for Ganga Rejuvenation

Why in the news? The NMCG’s 59th Executive Committee meeting approved projects worth ₹537 crores for Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal, aiming to enhance Ganga river rejuvenation through modern sewage treatment, eco-friendly waste management, and sustainable development initiatives. Key Approvals for Ganga Rejuvenation: The 59th Executive Committee meeting of the National Mission for Clean …

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27Dec 2024

Ken-Betwa River Linking Project: Controversies and Impact

Why in the news? The Ken-Betwa River Linking Project was inaugurated to address water scarcity and boost irrigation, but it faces criticism over deforestation, displacement, and ecological damage in the Panna Tiger Reserve. Controversies and Environmental Concerns KBLP has faced criticism due to its environmental impact, including large-scale deforestation of about 98 sq. km in …

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