Source: The post is based on the article “Spent Thought- EC on wrong track asking parties to detail fiscal costs of ‘populism’. That’s a matter between voters & govts” published in “Times of India” on 11th October 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity- Election commission News: The article critiques the Election Commission’s idea to make political parties… Continue reading EC on wrong track asking parties to detail fiscal costs of ‘populism
Use of draconian laws against media outfits shows process can be punishment
Source: The post is based on the article “Vivek Katju writes: Use of draconian laws against media outfits shows process can be punishment” published in Indian Express on 11th October 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Security – role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges. News: The article discusses the importance of legal fairness… Continue reading Use of draconian laws against media outfits shows process can be punishment
Women MPs’ contribution has increased in Parliament
Source: The post is based on the article “Women MPs’ contribution has increased in Parliament. Data proves it” published in “Indian express” on 11th October 2023. Syllabus: GS1- Society- Social empowerment News: The article discusses the positive impact of policies by Indian government on women and highlights how women in Parliament, especially from BJP party,… Continue reading Women MPs’ contribution has increased in Parliament
IIT-B’s ‘vegetarian tables’ policy
Source: The post is based on the article “IIT-B’s ‘vegetarian tables’ policy: Vegetarianism of purity promotes segregation, hierarchy and even violence” published in Indian Express on 11th October 2023. UPSC Syllabus: GS1- Society- Salient features of Indian Society. News: The article discusses the ongoing tension and changes in India regarding vegetarianism, particularly rooted in caste… Continue reading IIT-B’s ‘vegetarian tables’ policy
What is Hemochromatosis, the rare genetic disorder that causes organ dysfunction?
Source: The post is based on the article “What is Hemochromatosis, the rare genetic disorder that causes organ dysfunction?” published in “Hindustan Times” on 11th October 2023 What is the News? Health experts have revealed all about Hemochromatosis or ‘bronze diabetes’. What is Hemochromatosis? Hemochromatosis is a disorder associated with deposits of excess iron that… Continue reading What is Hemochromatosis, the rare genetic disorder that causes organ dysfunction?
RBI proposes card-on-file tokenization for debit and credit cards: What this means for online shoppers
Source: The post is based on the article “RBI proposes card-on-file tokenization for debit and credit cards: What this means for online shoppers” published in “TOI” on 10th October 2023 What is the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor has recently proposed the introduction of card-on-file tokenization (CoFT) facility at the issuer-bank level.… Continue reading RBI proposes card-on-file tokenization for debit and credit cards: What this means for online shoppers
NeGD launches State Capacity Building Workshops Under Digital India programme
Source: The post is based on the article “NeGD launches State Capacity Building Workshops Under Digital India programme” published in “PIB” on 10th October 2023 What is the News? National e-Governance Division, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology is organizing State Capacity Building Workshops under its Capacity Building Scheme. These workshops aim to help people… Continue reading NeGD launches State Capacity Building Workshops Under Digital India programme
Gaganyaan” Test Vehicle Space flight, that is, “Gaganyaan” Test Vehicle Development flight (TV-D1) scheduled on 21st October, says Union Minister
Source: The post is based on the article “Gaganyaan Test Vehicle Space flight, that is, “Gaganyaan” Test Vehicle Development flight (TV-D1) scheduled on 21st October, says Union Minister” published in “PIB” on 10th October 2023 What is the News? The Union Minister has announced that the “Gaganyaan” Test Vehicle Development flight (TV-D1) will be launched… Continue reading Gaganyaan” Test Vehicle Space flight, that is, “Gaganyaan” Test Vehicle Development flight (TV-D1) scheduled on 21st October, says Union Minister
State-owned NBFCs put under PCA norms
Source: The post is based on the article “State-owned NBFCs put under PCA norms” published in “The Hindu” on 11th October 2023 What is the News? The Reserve Bank of India(RBI) has announced that it will bring state-owned non-banking finance companies(NBFCs) under the prompt corrective action (PCA) framework from October 2023. What is the Prompt… Continue reading State-owned NBFCs put under PCA norms
India, Italy ink agreement to boost defence cooperation
Source: The post is based on the article “India, Italy ink agreement to boost defence cooperation” published in “PIB” on 10th October 2023 What is the News? India and Italy have signed an agreement on defence cooperation. What is the purpose of India-Italy agreement on Defence cooperation? The agreement will promote bilateral cooperation in areas… Continue reading India, Italy ink agreement to boost defence cooperation
