Source: This post on Agro-Meteorological Advisories has been created based on the article “The role of district agro-met offices in supporting farmers”, published in The Hindu on 10th Sep 2024. What is the news? Recently, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced plans to revive District Agro-Meteorology Units (DAMUs) under the Gramin Krishi Mausam Sewa (GKMS) scheme. About Agro-Meteorological… Continue reading Agro-Meteorological Advisories
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.
Current GST rates and proposal to reduce them
Source: This post on Current GST rates and proposal to reduce them has been created based on the article “GoM set up to review 18% GST on health, life covers”, published in The Hindu on 10th Sep 2024. What is the news? The GST Council recently initiated a potential review to address the increasing demand for a reduction in… Continue reading Current GST rates and proposal to reduce them
Indian Pomegranates
Source- This post on Indian Pomegranates has been created based on the article “APEDA facilitates first consignment of Indian Pomegranates from Mumbai to Melbourne” published in “PIB” on 6th September 2024. Why in News? The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the export of the first consignment of Indian pomegranates from Mumbai… Continue reading Indian Pomegranates
Vertical Fiscal Imbalance (VFI)
Source- This post on Vertical Fiscal Imbalance (VFI) has been created based on the article “What is vertical fiscal imbalance?” published in “The Hindu” on 6th September 2024. Why in News? The issue of Vertical Fiscal Imbalance (VFI) in India has recently gained attention due to increasing concerns over the financial relationship between the Union government… Continue reading Vertical Fiscal Imbalance (VFI)
Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)-based Software
Source- This post on GNSS-Based Toll Collection System has been created based on the article “How navigation satellite-based tolling, live monitoring of plazas can lower wait times” published in “Indian Express” on 5th September 2024. Why in News? The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) has announced the implementation of a Global Navigation Satellite System… Continue reading Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)-based Software
Centralized Pension Payment System (CPPS)
Source- This post on Centralized pension payment system (CPPS) has been created based on the article “CPPS gets green light; pensioners to get payments via any bank, branch” published in “The Hindu” on 5th September 2024. Why in News? The Union Minister of Labour and Employment and the Chairperson of the EPF’s Central Board of Trustees… Continue reading Centralized Pension Payment System (CPPS)
Andaman and Nicobar Islands Integrated Development Corporation
Source- This post on Andaman and Nicobar Islands Integrated Development Corporation (ANIIDCO) has been created based on the article “What do we know about ANIIDCO?” published in “The Hindu” on 5th September 2024. Why in News? The Andaman and Nicobar Islands Integrated Development Corporation (ANIIDCO) is leading a mega infrastructure project in Great Nicobar, promoted by… Continue reading Andaman and Nicobar Islands Integrated Development Corporation
Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H)
Source – This post on Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H) has been created based on the article “PCIM&H achieves key ISO/SO IMS certifications marking a milestone for Ayush sector“ published in “PIB” on 5th September 2024. Why in News? The Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H) has achieved key Bureau… Continue reading Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H)
MoU to Promote Energy Efficiency in India
Source- This post on MoU to Promote Energy Efficiency in India has been created based on the article “National Test House signs Memorandum of Understanding with Bureau of Energy Efficiency to promote energy efficiency in India“ published in “PIB” on 4th September 2024. Why in News? A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed recently between the National… Continue reading MoU to Promote Energy Efficiency in India
Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas (Virus War Exercise)
Source- This post on Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas has been created based on the article “VISHANU YUDDH ABHYAS”: A Mock Drill on Pandemic Preparedness conducted under National One Health Mission“ published in “PIB” on 4th September 2024. Why in News? The “Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas” (Virus War Exercise) was conducted in Ajmer district, Rajasthan, from August 27 to… Continue reading Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas (Virus War Exercise)
