Source: The post is based on the article “Leave benefits for women in armed forces made uniform” published in “The Hindu” on 6th November 2023 Why in the News? The Defence Minister has approved a proposal for extending the rules for maternity, child care and child adoption leave for women soldiers, sailors and air warriors… Continue reading Leave benefits for women in armed forces made uniform
Ahead of FATF review, Centre takes measures to implement suggestions
Source: The post is based on the article “Ahead of FATF review, Centre takes measures to implement suggestions” published in “The Hindu” on 6th November 2023 Why in the News? Before India’s upcoming evaluations by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the Government of India has implemented several measures in line with the recommendations of… Continue reading Ahead of FATF review, Centre takes measures to implement suggestions
NMDC expands its mineral portfolio with inauguration of Mount Celia Gold Operation; Becomes 1st Gold mine in its extensive portfolio
Source: The post is based on the article “NMDC expands its mineral portfolio with inauguration of Mount Celia Gold Operation; Becomes 1st Gold mine in its extensive portfolio” published in “PIB” on 6th November 2023 Why in the News? Secretary, Ministry of Steel has unveiled the Mining operations at Mount Celia Gold Project located in… Continue reading NMDC expands its mineral portfolio with inauguration of Mount Celia Gold Operation; Becomes 1st Gold mine in its extensive portfolio
Why Pakistan is forcing lakhs of Afghan migrants to leave
Source: The post is based on the article “Why Pakistan is forcing lakhs of Afghan migrants to leave” published in “Indian Express” on 6th November 2023 Contents1 Why in the News?2 Why is Pakistan forcing lakhs of Afghan refugees to leave?3 What is the Durand Line?4 What are the other important boundary lines? Why in… Continue reading Why Pakistan is forcing lakhs of Afghan migrants to leave
Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OHCA): Rise in intimidation, settler violence in the West Bank
Source: The post is based on the article “Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OHCA): Rise in intimidation, settler violence in the West Bank” published in “UN” on 6th November 2023 Why in the News? The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OHCA) has said that the Israeli settler violence has increased… Continue reading Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OHCA): Rise in intimidation, settler violence in the West Bank
On Air Pollution in Indian cities – Tiding over; Giving the urban Indian a better life
Source: This post on Air Pollution in Indian cities has been created based on the articles “Tiding over” and “Giving the urban Indian a better life” published in The Hindu on 6th November 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 Environment – Environmental pollution and degradation News: These articles discuss the issue of air pollution in… Continue reading On Air Pollution in Indian cities – Tiding over; Giving the urban Indian a better life
On the Poshan Tracker – Mother, child and the Poshan Tracker
Source: This post on the Poshan Tracker has been created based on the article “Mother, child and the Poshan Tracker” published in The Indian Express on 6th November 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 Social Justice – Issues relating to poverty and hunger. News: This article discusses the important features and significance of the Poshan… Continue reading On the Poshan Tracker – Mother, child and the Poshan Tracker
No appetite for food safety
Source: The post is based on the article “No appetite for food safety – States must enhance safety mechanisms” published in Business Standard on 6th November 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 Agriculture – Food security & Food processing and related industries in India – scope and significance. News: The article discusses how food… Continue reading No appetite for food safety
On Rural Economic Distress – RBI governor’s growth optimism masks rural distress
Source: The post on rural economic distress is based on the article “RBI governor’s growth optimism masks rural distress” published in Live Mint on 6th November 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 Indian Economy – Growth and employment. GS Paper 3 Agriculture – Marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints. News: The… Continue reading On Rural Economic Distress – RBI governor’s growth optimism masks rural distress
On Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) – Don’t ignore the threat of antimicrobial resistance
Source: The post on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is based on the article “Don’t ignore the threat of antimicrobial resistance” published in The Indian Express on 6th November 2023. UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 Governance – Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. News: The article discusses the global commitment… Continue reading On Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) – Don’t ignore the threat of antimicrobial resistance
