Source: The post is based on the article “Law Commission to back simultaneous polls, suggest likely timelines for 2024 and 2029” published in “Indian Express” on 27th September 2023. What is the News? The 22nd Law Commission of India is set to submit a report recommending simultaneous elections in the country. What did the 21st… Continue reading Law Commission to back simultaneous polls, suggest likely timelines for 2024 and 2029
Centre softens angel tax rules
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre softens angel tax rules” published in “The Hindu” on 27th September 2023. What is the News? The Finance Ministry has notified final rules outlining valuation methods for non-resident and resident investors under the new angel tax mechanism in the Finance Act 2023. What is Angel Tax?… Continue reading Centre softens angel tax rules
IICA-UNICEF conduct workshop on Business Responsibility & Sustainability Reporting (BRSR)
Source: The post is based on the article “IICA-UNICEF conducts workshop on Business Responsibility & Sustainability Reporting (BRSR)” published in “PIB” on 27th September 2023. What is the News? The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) through its School of Business Environment (SoBE), in collaboration with UNICEF, organized a one-day workshop on Business Responsibility &… Continue reading IICA-UNICEF conduct workshop on Business Responsibility & Sustainability Reporting (BRSR)
Government extends support under Scheme for Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) till 30th June 2024
Source: The post is based on the article “Government extends support under Scheme for Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) till 30th June 2024” published in “PIB” on 27th September 2023. What is the News? Government of India has extended support under the Scheme for Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported… Continue reading Government extends support under Scheme for Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) till 30th June 2024
Balsams in full bloom add to visual treat in Munnar
Source: The post is based on the article “Balsams in full bloom add to visual treat in Munnar” published in “The Hindu” on 27th September 2023. What is the News? Balsams (genus Impatiens) are in full bloom in Munnar, Kerala. What is Balsams? Source: The Hindu Balsams refer to plants belonging to the genus Impatiens.These… Continue reading Balsams in full bloom add to visual treat in Munnar
Indians eat more salt than WHO recommendation
Source: The post is based on the article “Indians eat more salt than WHO recommendation” published in “The Hindu” on 26th September 2023. What is the News? Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has published a study on salt intake among Indians in the journal Nature. What are the key findings of the study? Source:… Continue reading Indians eat more salt than WHO recommendation
Tackling the various myths within the field of microbiome research
Source– The post is based on the article “Tackling the various myths within the field of microbiome research” published in The Hindu on 27th September 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Science and Technology News– A recent evaluation published in Nature Microbiology challenges the popular beliefs about microbes. What are popular beliefs challenged by the evaluation… Continue reading Tackling the various myths within the field of microbiome research
With climate change, tackling new disease scenarios
Source– The post is based on the article “With climate change, tackling new disease scenarios” published in “The Hindu” on 27th September 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management of health News– As per the latest report released this March by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), climate change heightens the global… Continue reading With climate change, tackling new disease scenarios
The need for quiet diplomacy to clear the air
Source– The post is based on the article “The need for quiet diplomacy to clear the air” published in “The Hindu” on 27th September 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral groupings and agreements Relevance- India and Canada bilateral relationship News– Recently, PM Justin Trudeau said in the nation’s Parliament that his government was probing “credible allegations” that… Continue reading The need for quiet diplomacy to clear the air
Diplomatic standoff – Indo-Canada row may have unintended costs
Source: The post is based on the article “Diplomatic standoff – Indo-Canada row may have unintended costs” published in Business Standard on 27th September 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations – Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests Relevance: Issues with India and Canda relations News: Canadian Prime Minister Justin… Continue reading Diplomatic standoff – Indo-Canada row may have unintended costs
