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Direct Taxes Code panel for status quo on LTCG tax, STT; wants DDT to go

Government had constituted a committee to draft a new direct tax law to replace the existing Income Tax Act,1961.The committee was headed by Akhilesh Ranjan.It has submitted its report to the government. The task force has recommended retaining the long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax and the securities transaction tax(STT) while abolishing the dividend distribution tax(DDT).… Continue reading Direct Taxes Code panel for status quo on LTCG tax, STT; wants DDT to go

All villages will be linked with Wi-Fi through GramNet soon

During the 36th Foundation Day celebrations of Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT),the government has said that it is committed to providing Wi-Fi in all the villages through GramNet. GramNet is a part of National Broadband Mission to secure universal broadband access.It aims at connecting all key rural development institutions with speed of 10 Mbps… Continue reading All villages will be linked with Wi-Fi through GramNet soon

Home Secretary holds meet to take Central schemes to J&K

Parliament has passed the Presidential order which effectively abrogates the special status accorded to Jammu and Kashmir under the provision of Article 370. It has also passed the Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganisation) Act,2019. The bill bifurcates the State into two separate union territories of Jammu and Kashmir(with legislature) and Ladakh (without legislature). The Union territory… Continue reading Home Secretary holds meet to take Central schemes to J&K

Iran’s Rouhani says no talks with US until sanctions lifted

Iranian president has ruled out meeting US President until the US lifts sanctions on Iran. This statement came after French President has said that he would try to arrange a meeting between US President and Iran to ease the strained relationship between the two countries. The US and Iran have been locked in a stand-off… Continue reading Iran’s Rouhani says no talks with US until sanctions lifted

Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 27, 2019

Q.1) “Grass root governance is key for Environment conservation and sustainable development.” Critically examine. Answers Q.2) “Dirty rivers in India reflect the failure of society and governance at local and national level.” Comment. Answers Q.3) Discuss the significance of Supreme Court judgement in K.S. Puttaswamy case. What steps Indian government should take to protect the… Continue reading Answers: Mains Marathon – UPSC Mains Current Affairs Questions – August 27, 2019

Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – August 28th, 2019

Q.1) “Law enforcement agencies in India are largely inefficient at investigating cybercrime.” In light of this discuss the threat posed by linking of Aadhar to social media profiles. The Hindu Q.2) “A cooperative federalism framework can provide the required impetus to the civil aviation sector.” Comment. The Hindu Q.3) What are various reasons for forest… Continue reading Mains Marathon Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answer Writing – August 28th, 2019

9 PM Current Affairs Brief – August 27, 2019

Project SURE The Union Minister for Textiles has launched Project SURE. The SURE project is a commitment by India’s apparel industry to set a sustainable pathway for the Indian fashion industry. SURE stands for ‘Sustainable Resolution’ which means a commitment from the industry to move towards fashion that contributes to a clean environment. This framework… Continue reading 9 PM Current Affairs Brief – August 27, 2019

7 PM | Talking trade with the EU | 27th August, 2019

Context: Significance of India-EU Free Trade Agreement India-European Union (EU) trade relation genesis: India-European Union relations started way back in the early 1960s, when India pursued diplomatic relations with the European Economic Community. The signing of a cooperation agreement in 1994 broadened the scope for bilateral relationship beyond trade and economic cooperation. Key bilateral agreements… Continue reading 7 PM | Talking trade with the EU | 27th August, 2019

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