Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) is a critical fertiliser containing Phosphorus which is required by the crops during early stages of root & shoot development. Farmers usually apply at the time of sowing, along with the seeds. China has been the top supplier of DAP to India, however, it has recently put restrictions on its exports, thus… Continue reading Fertiliser Sector in India – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Author: Gaurav Yadav
High Value Crops – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
High value crops are mainly horticulture crops such as fruits, flowers, spices, vegetables & aromatic plants etc. The value of output and net returns of most of these horticulture crops is higher. Table of Content Key characteristics of of high value crops Examples of High Value Crops Significance of high value crops Challenges to high… Continue reading High Value Crops – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Energy Security – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Table of Content Introduction Current status of India’s Energy Sector Significance of energy security Challenges to India’s energy security India’s Plan for Energy Security Various Government Initiatives for ensuring Energy Security Way forward Introduction: Energy security refers to the uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price. It involves ensuring a reliable supply of… Continue reading Energy Security – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
DRAVYA Portal
News: The Dravya Portal (Digitized Retrieval Application for Versatile Yardstick of AYUSH Substances) is launched by the Ministry of AYUSH to catalogue comprehensive data on Ayurvedic medicinal substances and products. About DRAVYA Portal It is the largest collection of data on Ayurvedic Ingredients and Products made easily available to everyone. It is an ever growing, ever… Continue reading DRAVYA Portal
IT Sector in India – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
The Indian Information Technology (IT) sector is a cornerstone of the country’s economy, renowned for its strong export-oriented services and a rapidly evolving domestic market. The industry has shown remarkable resilience and adaptability, transitioning from a focus on traditional services to a hub for high-value, digital-first solutions. Table of Content Introduction Evolution of Indian IT… Continue reading IT Sector in India – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
SAHAJ Programme
News: Department of Social Justice & Empowerment has launched 2 flagship initiatives under SAHAJ Program to advance senior citizens’ well-being. About SAHAJ Programme SAHAJ is an initiative by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment (MoSJE). It aims to make ageing more dignified, inclusive, and to make elders seen as contributors, not just beneficiaries. It… Continue reading SAHAJ Programme
Tourism Sector – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
The tourism sector is a broad and dynamic industry encompassing all the businesses and services that facilitate travel, leisure, and recreation. It’s one of the world’s largest economic sectors, connecting people to new places, cultures, and experiences. Table of Content What is the current status of the Tourism Sector in India? What are the driving… Continue reading Tourism Sector – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Industrial Revolution 4.0 – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
Industrial Revolution 4.0 refers to the fourth industrial revolution related to manufacturing and chain production. It is driven by breakthroughs in digital technologies, such as artificial intelligence, robotics, 3D printing, the IoT, Big Data etc. It’s not just about a single technology, but the fusion of digital, physical, and biological worlds, blurring the lines between… Continue reading Industrial Revolution 4.0 – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
MSME – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector is a crucial pillar of the Indian economy, contributing significantly to industrial output, employment generation, and exports. In 2023-24, MSME-related products accounted for 45.73% of India’s total exports. Often termed the backbone of the economy, MSMEs are instrumental in realizing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India).… Continue reading MSME – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
World Trade Organization – Relevance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise
One of the major global headwinds casting a shadow on the international trade is the ‘reciprocal tariffs’ which have been imposed by the US President Donald Trump to punish the countries, including some of the closest trading partners of America. These tariffs, also known as the ‘Trump Tariffs’, have been compared to the Smoot-Hawley Tariffs of… Continue reading World Trade Organization – Relevance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

