Source: The post is based on the article “The distribution and utilization of water bodies in India” published in The Hindu on 27th April 2023 What is the News? The Ministry of Jal Shakti has released the report of the first census of water bodies. What is the first census of water bodies? Click Here… Continue reading The distribution and utilization of water bodies in India
Tax levies on electricity generation: Centre tells States to scrap levies on power generation
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre tells States to scrap levies on power generation” published in The Hindu on 27th April 2023 What is the News? The Central Government has issued a terse warning to States against resorting to tax levies on electricity generation, including through the imposition of a water cess.… Continue reading Tax levies on electricity generation: Centre tells States to scrap levies on power generation
Home Minister launches first liquid Nano DAP to cut fertilizer import bill
Source: The post is based on the article “Home Minister launches first liquid Nano DAP to cut fertilizer import bill” published in TOI on 27th April 2023 What is the News? The Union Home and Cooperation Minister has launched the world’s first liquid Nano DAP. Note: Nano DAP is the second such variant of fertilizer.… Continue reading Home Minister launches first liquid Nano DAP to cut fertilizer import bill
NITI Aayog Releases Report – Promoting Millets in Diets: Best Practices across States/UTs of India
Source: The post is based on the article “NITI Aayog Releases Report – Promoting Millets in Diets: Best Practices across States/UTs of India” published in PIB on 27th April 2023 What is the News? NITI Aayog has released a report titled “Promoting Millets in Diets: Best Practices across States/UTs of India”. What is the purpose… Continue reading NITI Aayog Releases Report – Promoting Millets in Diets: Best Practices across States/UTs of India
Remission Impossible – In Bihar, Gujarat, Haryana, govt decisions on early release, paroles are huge blows against justice
Source: The post is based on the article “Remission Impossible – In Bihar, Gujarat, Haryana, govt decisions on early release, paroles are huge blows against justice” published in The Times of India on 27th April 2023. Syllabus: GS-2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.… Continue reading Remission Impossible – In Bihar, Gujarat, Haryana, govt decisions on early release, paroles are huge blows against justice
Bounty Is Curse – Sudan is another example of what happens to natural resource rich but politically mismanaged countries
Source: The post is based on the article “Bounty Is Curse – Sudan is another example of what happens to natural resource rich but politically mismanaged countries” published in The Times of India on 27th April 2023. Syllabus: GS-2: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Relevance: About Sudan Civil… Continue reading Bounty Is Curse – Sudan is another example of what happens to natural resource rich but politically mismanaged countries
India’s nuclear liability law and associated issues – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India’s nuclear liability law, the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act (CLND) 2010, outlines the legal framework for handling liability in the event of a nuclear accident. It governs compensation for victims and holds nuclear facility operators responsible for any damage caused. While this law aims to protect citizens and… Continue reading India’s nuclear liability law and associated issues – Explained, pointwise
[UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #272 : RN Choubey Board, Public Administration Optional
Date of Interview: 05/04/2023 ( forenoon) Board: RN Choubey Sir Background: Civil engineering Optional: Public Administration Minimum questions from DAF Nothing from the home state, district, awards, and recognition, optional or civil engineering. To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2022, visit this page Chairman 1. Owner of Twitter and his vision 2. Should there be… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #272 : RN Choubey Board, Public Administration Optional
[UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #271 : Smita Nagraj Board, Anthropology Optional, Bihar Home State
Date of Interview: 5 April, Forenoon, 2nd to go Board: Smt. Smitha Nagarajan mam Optional: Anthropology Home state: Bihar Daf stuff: IITR mechanical, Bihar, anthro, nukkad natak in NSS, All terrain vehicle, No work experience Attendant told me no need to wear mask. In Smita mam room, mam was sitting with one male and one… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2022] – Transcript #271 : Smita Nagraj Board, Anthropology Optional, Bihar Home State
Officer ranks in Indian Army Air Force and Navy
The Indian Defence Services are one of the best organisations in the world to deal with natural and man-made disasters. The Indian Armed Forces comprise the Army, the Air Force, and the Navy. Given below are the equivalent ranks of the commissioned officers in the Indian Army, the Indian Air Force, and the Indian Navy.… Continue reading Officer ranks in Indian Army Air Force and Navy
