News- The DGCA granted IndiGo temporary exemptions from new Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) norms to stabilise operations after widespread flight cancellations and severe disruptions. About the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) The Directorate General of Civil Aviation is the regulatory body in the field of civil aviation that primarily deals with safety issues… Continue reading Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
Category: Factly – Indian Economy
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the Indian economy. You can find all relevant Economy updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025
News: Lok Sabha recently passed Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025 which would levy a special cess on pan masala and use the fund for improving public health and strengthening national security. About Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025 The Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025 has been introduced to… Continue reading Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025
RBI’s Large Exposures Framework (LEF)
News: The RBI has tightened rules for foreign banks, removing exemptions and imposing stricter intragroup exposure limits to align with the Large Exposure Framework (LEF) for Indian branches. The revised framework comes into effect from April 1, 2026, though banks can adopt the changes earlier. About RBI’s Large Exposures Framework (LEF) The LEF is designed… Continue reading RBI’s Large Exposures Framework (LEF)
Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)
News: Russian nuclear company Rosatom is set to promote its small modular reactors (SMRs) for specific applications in India, while also positioning its new-generation nuclear projects as the foundation of bilateral energy cooperation. About Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are advanced nuclear reactors with a smaller power capacity (up to 300 MW(e)… Continue reading Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)
New Geographical Indication (GI) Products
News: Recently, five products from Tamil Nadu have been granted the Geographical Indications (GI) tag. About New Geographical Indication (GI) Products About Woraiyur Cotton Sari The Woraiyur cotton saris is native to Tiruchi district, Tamil Nadu. They are woven in Manamedu on the banks of the Cauvery. The saree is traditionally woven using a ‘korvai… Continue reading New Geographical Indication (GI) Products
Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025
News- Recently, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, in a notification, highlighted the change in the definition of small companies under the Companies Act, 2013. About Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025 The Central Government has issued the Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025, amending the Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Rules,… Continue reading Companies (Specification of Definition Details) Amendment Rules, 2025
Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) initiative
News: Government has designated Dakshina Kannada as a District Export Hub (DEH) under the Districts as Export Hubs initiative. About Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) Initiative Initiative by: Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce. It was launched in August 2019. It is based on the vision that every district in India has… Continue reading Districts as Export Hubs (DEH) initiative
Global Indices for Reforms and Growth (GIRG) Framework
News: The government told the Rajya Sabha that India’s performance on 26 key global indices is being reviewed under GIRG. About Global Indices for Reforms and Growth (GIRG) Framework GIRG is an initiative by India to track and improve its standing on 26 selected global indices through inter-ministerial coordination. Aim: Its aim is to find… Continue reading Global Indices for Reforms and Growth (GIRG) Framework
Sanchar Saathi App
News: Sanchar Saathi is in news as DoT has ordered all smartphone makers to pre-install the app through mandatory directions. About Sanchar Saathi App Sanchar Saathi is a citizen-centric initiative available as a mobile application and website. It empowers mobile subscribers, strengthens their security, and increases awareness about citizen-centric initiatives of the Government. Launched by… Continue reading Sanchar Saathi App
Major Irrigation Projects in India
News: India has numerous major irrigation projects that are essential for improving agricultural output and effectively managing the nation’s water resources. About Bhakra Dam Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam built across the Sutlej River, near the Punjab–Himachal Pradesh border. Operated and maintained by: Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) It is the world’s highest… Continue reading Major Irrigation Projects in India
