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05Mar 2025

Income-Tax Act, 1961 vs. Income-Tax Bill, 2025

Syllabus: GS 3: Indian Economy Why in the News? Recently, the Union Finance Minister introduced the Income-Tax Bill, 2025, aiming to replace the Income-Tax Act, 1961. The bill seeks to simplify tax laws but raises concerns over legal complexities and expanded government powers. Income-Tax Bill, 2025: Reform or Mere Repackaging? Union Finance Minister introduced the …

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15Feb 2025

Impact of US Reciprocol Tariffs on Global Trade and India

Syllabus:  GS-2: International Treaties & Agreements, Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Inclusive Growth, Government Policies & Interventions, Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Focus: US President Donald Trump has proposed reciprocal tariffs, ensuring the US imposes the same tariffs on imports as other countries impose on US exports. This challenges existing …

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14Feb 2025

UPSC Paper: GS Paper III -PM’s Visit to USA

Question 4: How does the U.S.-India collaboration in technology and innovation impact India’s goal of becoming a global leader in emerging technologies? Discuss with reference to initiatives like U.S.-India TRUST and INDUS Innovation. UPSC Paper: GS Paper III 🔹 Syllabus Topic: Science and Technology – Developments and their applications and effects in everyday life; Indigenization …

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14Feb 2025

UPSC Paper: GS Paper III – PM’s Visit to USA

Question 3 :Discuss the significance of the U.S.-India defense partnership in the context of India’s national security and strategic autonomy. How does the new defense framework contribute to India’s self-reliance in defense manufacturing? UPSC Paper: GS Paper III 🔹 Syllabus Topic: Security challenges and their management in border areas; linkages of organized crime with terrorism …

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13Feb 2025

Karnataka’s Industrial Leap: ₹7.5 Lakh Crore Investment, 20 Lakh Jobs, and a High-Tech Future

Karnataka’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 …

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12Feb 2025

India’s Corruption Perceptions Index 2024 Rank Drops to 96

Syllabus: 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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12Feb 2025

U.S. Aid Freeze: Global Implications and Fallout

Syllabus: GS-2: Global Groupings Focus: The U.S. administration has halted foreign aid and scaled back personnel at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), placing a 90-day pause on assistance programs. This move raises concerns about its impact on global development projects, humanitarian aid, and economic stability in several countries, particularly in the Global South. …

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10Feb 2025

India’s opportunity at the AI Action Summit

Syllabus: GS 3: Emerging technologies Why in the News? India will co-chair the AI Action Summit in Paris, highlighting its role in advocating for AI innovation, safety, and equitable access for the Global South. Introduction India’s participation as co-chair at the upcoming AI Action Summit in Paris underscores its growing influence in global AI discussions. …

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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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17Dec 2024

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: Cause Behind Zakir Hussain’s Demise

Why in the news? Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away due to Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), a progressive lung disease causing irreversible scarring, highlighting awareness about its risks, symptoms, and treatments. What is IPF and How Does It Cause Lung Scarring? Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic, progressive lung disease causing irreversible lung scarring. …

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