News: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to use Open Market Operations (OMO) to maintain liquidity within a manageable range. 1. The Open Market Operations (OMO) are used by Reserve Bank of India to buy or sell the Government Securities (G-Secs) in the open market to influence the money supply. 2. They are… Continue reading Open Market Operations (OMO)
Day: November 28, 2024
Concern over worker deletions under MGNREGA
Source: The post concern over worker deletions under MGNREGA has been created, based on the article “The right to work deleted” published in “The Hindu” on 28th November 2024 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-Governance-Public Distribution System- objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping. Context: The article highlights a sharp increase in worker deletions under MGNREGA, with over 10.43… Continue reading Concern over worker deletions under MGNREGA
Sabal-20 Logistics Drone
News: The Indian Army has received Sabal-20 logistics drone, from EndureAir Systems, to bolster logistical capabilities in challenging terrains, particularly in the eastern sector. 1. Sabal-20 is an advanced electric unmanned helicopter based on variable pitch technology. 2. It can carry payloads of up to 20 kg, which is about half of its own weight.… Continue reading Sabal-20 Logistics Drone
Global Hunger Index 2024
News: The government informed the Lok Sabha that the measure of hunger used in the Global Hunger Report 2024 Index is flawed and does not reflect India’s true position. About Global Hunger Index 1. The Global Hunger Index is a tool designed to measure and track hunger levels across the world. 2. GHI is released… Continue reading Global Hunger Index 2024
Fair compensation for media companies from technology platforms
Source: The post Fair compensation for media companies from technology platforms has been created, based on the article “Fair share: On Big Tech and media content” published in “The Hindu” on 29th October 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2- Governance – Government policies for various sectors Context: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently highlighted two critical issues… Continue reading Fair compensation for media companies from technology platforms
Challenges of Election System in India
Source: The post “Challenges of Election System in India” has been created, based on the article “Election Commission of India is one of the greatest gifts of the Constitution” published in “Indian Express” on 29th October 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – Polity and Governance Context: November 26, 1949, marks a monumental milestone in India’s… Continue reading Challenges of Election System in India
Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms
News: The center has discovered that eight carmakers, including Hyundai, Kia, Mahindra, and Honda, had fleet emissions above the allowed limit in the 2022-23 financial year. This could lead to penalties for violating CAFE norms. About Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms 1. Aim– Their goal is to improve vehicle fuel efficiency by reducing CO₂… Continue reading Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms
Schooling and Air Pollution
Source: The post Schooling and Air Pollution has been created, based on the article “Schooling in India in times of poor air quality” published in “The Hindu” on November 28, 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – Social Issues Context: Delhi’s Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) recently mandated schools to switch to online classes due to… Continue reading Schooling and Air Pollution
Bima Sugam
News: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) chairman recently reiterated that the IRDAI’s ambitious project, Bima Sugam, will transform the insurance sector. About Bima Sugam 1. It is an online insurance marketplace (similar to an e-commerce platform) for purchasing, selling, servicing insurance policies, and settling claims. 2. It will be a plug-and-play… Continue reading Bima Sugam
India’s Defence Strategy
Source: The post India’s Defence Strategy has been created, based on the article “C Raja Mohan writes: Dealing with the China question” published in “The Hindu” on November 28, 2024. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – International Relations Context: India’s defence cooperation with like-minded Asian nations is gaining momentum, driven by the twin imperatives of countering… Continue reading India’s Defence Strategy
