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17Dec 2024

Switzerland Suspends MFN Clause in India Tax Treaty

Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Growth & Development , India and its Neighbourhood , Bilateral Groupings & Agreements , Inclusive Growth Focus: Switzerland has suspended the MFN clause in its DTAA with India, resulting in higher taxes on dividend payments from Swiss entities to Indian investors starting January 2025. This change follows a …

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04Dec 2024

Asia-Oceania Meteorological Satellite Conference: Advancing Weather Solutions

Why in the news? AOMSUC 2024, hosted by India Meteorological Department (IMD), focuses on satellite applications in meteorology, climate monitoring, and disaster management, promoting global collaboration and innovation for addressing weather and climate challenges in the Asia-Oceania region. Introduction to AOMSUC: The Asia-Oceania Meteorological Satellite Users’ Conference (AOMSUC) began in 2010 in Beijing, China, as …

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30Nov 2024

Odisha Proposes Strict Anti-Cheating Law for Examinations

Why in the news? Odisha introduces a new anti-cheating law to prevent unfair practices in public exams. The proposed Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 aims to curb cheating and impose severe penalties on violators, including service providers. Objective and Background: Odisha aims to introduce the Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, …

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28Nov 2024

Worker Deletions in MGNREGA: Impact of Aadhaar Mandates

Syllabus: GS-2: Poverty ,Government Policies & Interventions ,Issues Relating to Development , GS-3: EmploymentGrowth & Development Focus; The deletion of over 10 crore MGNREGA workers in four years has raised concerns about transparency and accountability. A significant surge in deletions during 2022-23 coincides with the introduction of Aadhaar-based payment systems (ABPS), highlighting procedural gaps and …

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26Nov 2024

Cabinet Approves ₹1,435 Crore PAN 2.0 Project

Why in the news? The PAN 2.0 Project, approved by the CCEA, modernizes taxpayer registration services with technology-driven processes, aligning with the Digital India vision for streamlined and efficient governance. Overview: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the PAN 2.0 Project for the Income Tax Department. The …

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16Oct 2024

Addressing the Challenges of UAPA: Need For Reform

Syllabus: GS-3: Various Security Forces & Agencies & Their MandateTerrorism in Hinterland & Border Areas Focus: The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act) has been in the news due to recent high-profile cases highlighting prolonged detentions and stalled investigations. Notable incidents, such as the death of G.N. Saibaba post-acquittal and the postponement of Umar Khalid’s bail plea, …

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21Sep 2024

FATF report on India and its categorization in “regular follow-up” category

Syllabus: GS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s Interest. GS 3: Money Laundering and associated Issues Focus: India’s recent Mutual Evaluation Report by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has placed the country in the “regular follow-up” category. While it highlights India’s efforts in combating money laundering and …

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