The Indian government has unveiled its Vision 2030 for India, listing 10 dimensions. The 10 dimensions are a) robust physical and social infrastructure, b) create Digital India, c) make India Clean and Green, d) Expand Rural Industrialization, e) Increase exploitation of the Blue Economy- sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, f) Clean rivers… Continue reading Goyal unveils Vision 2030, highlighting 10 dimensions
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Must Read News Articles – February 2nd, 2019
Archives GS 2 Govt. gives up on triple talaq Bill he government has effectively given up on at least two of its more controversial legislations — the Citizenship Amendment Bill and the Triple Talaq Bill — that were awaiting consideration by the Rajya Sabha, after opposition parties made clear that they could not guarantee smooth… Continue reading Must Read News Articles – February 2nd, 2019
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9 PM Current Affairs Brief – February 1, 2019
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New panel for welfare of nomadic communities
Committee will be setup under NITI Aayog to complete the task of identifying de-notified, nomadic and semi-nomadic communities not yet formally classified.The committee will follow up on the work of the Renke Commission and the Idate Commission. A Welfare Development Board will also be set up under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to… Continue reading New panel for welfare of nomadic communities
7 PM | Defence sector needs disruptive technologies. | 1 February, 2019
Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context: Globally the face of defence modernization is changing at a disruptive speed, a development which India should not ignore for long. India’s approach to defence preparedness is probably not guided by a national policy but is a result of ad hoc reaction. Decision making in defence sectorlacks… Continue reading 7 PM | Defence sector needs disruptive technologies. | 1 February, 2019
7 PM | Direct Cash Transfer to Farmers- An Analysis | 1st February, 2019
Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context The Union government announced a cash transfer scheme, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, to provide income support of Rs 6,000 per year to small and marginal farmers in the Interim Budget 2019. What is direct cash transfer for farmers? Direct cash transfer is a poverty reduction… Continue reading 7 PM | Direct Cash Transfer to Farmers- An Analysis | 1st February, 2019
Eight core industries’ output growth slows to 2.6% in Dec 2018
Eight core industries’ output growth slows to 2.6% in Dec 2018 Economy News: The article discusses the performance of 8 core industries. Facts: The eight core industries’ output growth fell for the second straight month to touch 2.6% in December 2018. This was lower than both the 3.8 per cent growth recorded in December 2018… Continue reading Eight core industries’ output growth slows to 2.6% in Dec 2018
For the farmer, things to do
For the farmer, things to do Agriculture Article The article discusses the steps to be taken for greater income and prosperity for the farmers. Analysis Steps to be taken It is necessary that the newer variety of seeds are affordable and accessible for the farmers. Hybrid varieties developed through public-funded research should be available to… Continue reading For the farmer, things to do
Science or habit? Study examines effectiveness of Green India Mission
Science or habit? Study examines effectiveness of Green India Mission Environment News A recent study has critically analysed the effectiveness of Green India Mission Important Facts About Green India Mission Green India Mission (GIM), is one of the eight Missions outlined under the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC). It is aimed at protecting,… Continue reading Science or habit? Study examines effectiveness of Green India Mission
