Source: The post is based on the article “Public Sector Banks and eligible Private Sector Banks authorized to implement and operationalise Mahila Samman Savings Certificate, 2023” published in PIB on 1st July 2023 What is the News? The Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance has permitted all Public Sector Banks and eligible Private Sector… Continue reading Mahila Samman Savings Certificate, 2023
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.
After stock limits, India to import 12 lakh tonnes of tur dal to keep prices in check
Source: The post is based on the article “After stock limits, India to import 12 lakh tonnes of tur dal to keep prices in check” published in The Hindu on 1st July 2023 What is the News? India will be importing 12 lakh tonnes of the Tur Dal in the current fiscal, up by 35%… Continue reading After stock limits, India to import 12 lakh tonnes of tur dal to keep prices in check
Mines Ministry to Unveil “List of Critical Minerals for India
Source: The post is based on the article “Mines Ministry to Unveil “List of Critical Minerals for India” published in PIB on 27th June 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Critical Minerals?3 What is the objective behind releasing the list of Critical Minerals for India?4 What are the challenges India faces in assuring… Continue reading Mines Ministry to Unveil “List of Critical Minerals for India
Centre approves funds for 16 States for Capital Investment under ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2023-24’ scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre approves Rs. 56,415 crore to 16 States for Capital Investment under ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2023-24’ scheme” published in PIB on 26th June 2023 What is the News? The Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance has approved capital investment proposals of Rs 56,415… Continue reading Centre approves funds for 16 States for Capital Investment under ‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2023-24’ scheme
Power ministry establishes UTPRERAK, a Centre of Excellence to Accelerate Adoption of Energy Efficient Technologies in Indian Industry
Source: The post is based on the article “Power ministry establishes UTPRERAK, a Centre of Excellence to Accelerate Adoption of Energy Efficient Technologies in Indian Industry” published in PIB on 26th June 2023 What is the News? The Ministry of Power has set up UTPRERAK, a Centre of Excellence, dedicated to accelerating adoption of clean… Continue reading Power ministry establishes UTPRERAK, a Centre of Excellence to Accelerate Adoption of Energy Efficient Technologies in Indian Industry
PM MITRA Parks: India is pioneering sustainable textiles contributing to lesser carbon footprint and promoting circular economy: Union Textile Minister
Source: The post is based on the article “India is pioneering sustainable textiles contributing to lesser carbon footprint and promoting circular economy: Union Textile Minister” published in PIB on 26th June 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the PM MITRA Scheme?3 Where will the PM MITRA Parks be established?4 How will the PM… Continue reading PM MITRA Parks: India is pioneering sustainable textiles contributing to lesser carbon footprint and promoting circular economy: Union Textile Minister
Joha rice — the Nutraceutical of choice in diabetes management
Source: The post is based on the article “Joha rice — the Nutraceutical of choice in diabetes management” published in PIB on 23rd June 2023 What is the News? Scientists at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST) have found that the Joha Rice is effective in lowering the blood glucose and… Continue reading Joha rice — the Nutraceutical of choice in diabetes management
First-ever Comprehensive Energy Sector Report of BEE’s Energy Data Management Unit released
Source: The post is based on the article “First-ever Comprehensive Energy Sector Report of BEE’s Energy Data Management Unit released” published in PIB on 23rd June 2023 What is the News? The Union Ministry of Power has released a report titled National Energy Data: Survey and Analysis 2021-22. What is National Energy Data: Survey and… Continue reading First-ever Comprehensive Energy Sector Report of BEE’s Energy Data Management Unit released
Central Government Amends Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020 by Introducing Time of Day (ToD) Tariff and Simplification of Smart Metering rules
Source: The post is based on the article “Central Government Amends Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020 by Introducing Time of Day (ToD) Tariff and Simplification of Smart Metering rules” published in PIB on 23rd June 2023 What is the News? The Government of India has introduced two changes to the prevailing power tariff system,… Continue reading Central Government Amends Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020 by Introducing Time of Day (ToD) Tariff and Simplification of Smart Metering rules
WTO disputes between India and US: India, US agree to end 6 WTO disputes
Source: The post is based on the article “India, US agree to end 6 WTO disputes” published in Business Standard on 24th June 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are the six concluded WTO disputes between India and US?3 What are the other decisions India and the US have taken related to trade disputes?4… Continue reading WTO disputes between India and US: India, US agree to end 6 WTO disputes
