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Why in News? The central government has revised the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) to better protect farmers from price crashes in perishable crops. Key updates include direct benefit transfers, expanded procurement coverage, and support for storage and transportation costs. Key Changes in MIS: The central government has revised the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) to support …
Read MoreWhy in News? During his visit to Marseille, France, PM Narendra Modi highlighted the city’s historical connection to India’s independence struggle, recalling Veer Savarkar’s daring escape attempt in 1910 while being transported to India by British authorities. The Escape Attempt: Vinayak Damodar Savarkar was arrested in London in March 1910 on charges of anti-state activities …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Representation of People’s Act , Parliament , Judgements & Cases Focus: The Supreme Court is hearing a petition seeking a lifetime ban on convicted individuals from contesting elections. The petition argues that if convicted persons are ineligible for government jobs, they should also be disqualified from becoming lawmakers. The Central government, however, maintains …
Read MoreEconomic Implications: The Pros and Cons India-US Energy Trade: Benefits and Challenges Pros: 1. Energy Security & Diversification – Reducing dependency on a single region ensures uninterrupted supply and mitigates risks from geopolitical tensions. 2. Reduced Price Volatility – US oil imports help buffer India from OPEC+ production cuts that often cause sharp price fluctuations. …
Read MoreKarnataka’s Industrial Policy for 2025-30 outlines a comprehensive strategy to position the state as a leader in high-tech manufacturing and sustainable economic development. The policy aims to attract investments totaling ₹7.5 lakh crore and generate 20 lakh jobs over the next five years. Key Objectives: Investment and Employment: The policy targets ₹7.5 lakh crore in …
Read MoreWhy the news? India Energy Week 2025, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi, highlights India’s leadership in renewable energy, green hydrogen, and sustainable mobility. Key initiatives include expanding non-fossil fuel capacity, boosting hydrogen adoption, and launching the 10th OALP bidding round. Key Highlights of the India Energy Week 2025 : PM Narendra Modi inaugurated India Energy …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The third edition of the India-Egypt joint military exercise ‘Cyclone’ is being held at Mahajan Field Firing Range, Rajasthan, from February 11 to 23, 2025. The exercise focuses on special warfare tactics, counter-terrorism, and strengthening defense ties. About exercise ‘Cyclone’ : The third edition of the India-Egypt joint military exercise, ‘Cyclone,’ …
Read MoreWhy the news? The Supreme Court ruled that it cannot centrally monitor mob lynching prosecutions across states, urging victims to approach local courts and authorities. It also rejected a plea for uniform compensation, stating it should be based on injury severity. Supreme Court’s Stand on Monitoring Prosecutions: The Supreme Court stated it cannot micro-manage criminal …
Read MoreWhy in the news? A study published in Nature Geoscience suggests Earth’s inner core has deformed at its outer boundary due to gravitational forces or turbulent flow in the outer core, affecting its rotation and seismic wave patterns observed over the past decades. Study Overview and Key Findings: A study published in Nature Geoscience suggests …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Transparency & Accountability , Government Policies & Interventions ,Important International Institutions Focus: India ranked 96th out of 180 countries in the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024, with a score of 38, declining from 93rd place in 2023. This indicates worsening perceptions of public sector corruption, highlighting the need for stronger anti-corruption measures and …
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