India’s logistics sector is at an inflection point, catalyzed by technological disruption, infrastructure expansion, sustainability imperatives, and policy thrust. With “logistics cost in India estimated between 14–18% of GDP” (Economic Survey 2022–23), against a global benchmark of 8%, inefficiencies are a major drag on competitiveness. However, recent developments—from PM Gati Shakti to private equity inflows… Continue reading India’s Logistics Sector: Challenges and Opportunities- Explained Pointwise
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Kokborok Language
News– The Kokborok Sahitya Parishad has appealed for the inclusion of Kokborok in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. Kokborok Language. About Kokborok Language It is the native language of the Borok people, commonly known as Tripuris. It is spoken as a mother tongue by several indigenous communities such as: Debbarma (Tripuri) Reang, Jamatia,… Continue reading Kokborok Language
Operation ATALANTA
News- The European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) Operation ATALANTA has proposed conducting a joint exercise with the Indian Navy. Operation ATALANTA. About Operation ATALANTA It is a maritime security mission launched by the European Union in 2008. It operates under the EU’s Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP). Objective- To support efforts aimed at maintaining… Continue reading Operation ATALANTA
Scarborough Shoal
News- China has accused the Philippines of an intrusion into the disputed waters of Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea (SCS). About Scarborough Shoal It is the largest atoll in the South China Sea, situated about 220 km west of the Philippines. While it lies within the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of the Philippines,… Continue reading Scarborough Shoal
Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 22 April 2025
About Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper & Indian Express. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a certain number… Continue reading Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 22 April 2025
Surat Emission Trading Scheme (ETS)
News- A recent study published in The Quarterly Journal of Economics validated that Surat’s Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) led to a 20–30% reduction in pollution and brought down compliance costs by 11%. Surat Emission Trading Scheme (ETS). About Surat Emission Trading Scheme (ETS) Launched in 2019 in Gujarat, the Surat Emission Trading Scheme (ETS) is… Continue reading Surat Emission Trading Scheme (ETS)
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology
News- The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) have initiated a pilot project to explore the implementation of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology across the State. About Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) refers to a system where electric vehicles (EVs) are capable of sending electricity back to the power… Continue reading Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology
International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)
News- The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) signed an agreement with the central government recently, officially making India the headquarters and secretariat of the alliance. International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA). About International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) It is a coalition of 96 big cat range countries and non-range countries dedicated to conserving seven big cats… Continue reading International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)
Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 18 April 2025
About Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper & Indian Express. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a certain number… Continue reading Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 18 April 2025
Model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)- Explained Pointwise
The Union Budget 2025 announced a revision of India’s Model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) to make it more “investor-friendly”, marking a decade since the last model was adopted in 2015. This revision offers India an opportunity to align its investment treaty policy with “current global economic realities”, as well as address emerging concerns around investor… Continue reading Model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)- Explained Pointwise
