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Why India-EU trade pact is still difficult to achieve?

Source: click here Syllabus: GS 2 Synopsis: The EU is in a turbulent situation currently due to COVID-19, Brexit, and international tensions with the US. This has unsettled the EU and worsened internal issues. Introduction  India is planning to start negotiations on investment and trade agreements with the European Union (EU).  However, these discussions might… Continue reading Why India-EU trade pact is still difficult to achieve?

Bad Banks – pros and cons

Source: The Hindu Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Synopsis: The centre is proposing to set up Bad Banks or Asset Reconstruction Company to acquire bad loans from banks. Introduction There is a persisting issue of bad loans in the Indian banking sector… Continue reading Bad Banks – pros and cons

“Exercise AMPHEX- 21” – Tri-service joint amphibious exercise conducted.

What is the News? A large-scale tri-service joint amphibious exercise AMPHEX – 21 was conducted in the Andaman & Nicobar group of islands. Facts: Exercise AMPHEX- 21: It is a tri-service joint amphibious exercise which involved the participation of Navy, Army and Air force. Aim: To validate India’s capabilities to safeguard the territorial integrity of… Continue reading “Exercise AMPHEX- 21” – Tri-service joint amphibious exercise conducted.

law on draping National Flag over body of a deceased

What is the News? Police in Uttar Pradesh has booked few persons under The Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971. They had allegedly draped the body of their relative in the national flag after his death. Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act,1971: This act penalises the desecration of or insults to the… Continue reading law on draping National Flag over body of a deceased

After oils, FSSAI caps Trans Fatty Acids(TFAs) in foods

What is the News? The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India(FSSAI) has amended its rules. Under new rules, it put a cap on trans fatty acids(TFAs) in food products. Previously, it tightened the norms for oils and fats in the food. What are the new rules? According to FSSAI, Food products contain edible oils… Continue reading After oils, FSSAI caps Trans Fatty Acids(TFAs) in foods

NITI Aayog study to track “Economic Impact of Green Verdicts”

What is the News? NITI Aayog has commissioned a study to examine the unintended economic consequences of judicial decisions that have hindered and stalled projects on environmental grounds. About the study Responsible body: The study is to be undertaken by Jaipur-headquartered CUTS (Consumer Unity and Trust Society) Centre for Competition, Investment, and Economic Regulation. It… Continue reading NITI Aayog study to track “Economic Impact of Green Verdicts”

[UPSC Interview transcript #1] Sujata Mehta board, Mechanical Engineer, Madhya Pradesh Home State, Jhabua district, Table Tennis Hobby

Contributed by: ForumIAS community member Date: 17th Feb Board : Sujata Mehta maam Edu. : Mechanical engineering Employment & work-ex: Automobile Sector Domicile: Jhabua Hobby: Table Tennis Chairman You’re an engineer what drove you to civil services? Why is it that the people in rural areas tend more towards civil services and people from urban… Continue reading [UPSC Interview transcript #1] Sujata Mehta board, Mechanical Engineer, Madhya Pradesh Home State, Jhabua district, Table Tennis Hobby

Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 8, 2021

Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles List of Today’s Factly Articles After oils, FSSAI caps Trans Fatty Acids(TFAs) in foods NITI Aayog study to track “Economic Impact of Green Verdicts” “Exercise AMPHEX- 21” – Tri-service joint amphibious exercise conducted. law on draping National Flag over body of a deceased Glacial Lake… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | Feb 8, 2021

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