Source: The post is based on the article “Sustainable shrimp cultivation provides hope for mangrove restoration in Sundarbans” published in The Hindu on 3rd January 2023 What is the News? In Sundarbans, a new shrimp farming initiative named “SAIME Initiative” offers hope for mangrove restoration. What is the SAIME Initiative? Sustainable Aquaculture In Mangrove Ecosystem(SAIME)… Continue reading Sustainable shrimp cultivation provides hope for mangrove restoration in Sundarbans
ST Commission holds its ground on impact of new rules on Forest Rights Act
Source: The post is based on the article “ST Commission holds its ground on impact of new rules on Forest Rights Act” published in The Hindu on 3rd January 2023 What is the News? National Commission for Scheduled Tribes(NCST) Chairman has said that the new Forest (Conservation) Rules, 2022 are violative of the Forest Rights… Continue reading ST Commission holds its ground on impact of new rules on Forest Rights Act
What is the new delimitation exercise by Assam?
Source: The post is based on the article “What is the new delimitation exercise by Assam?” published in The Hindu on 3rd January 2023 What is the News? Assam has re-merged four districts with the ones they were carved out after the Election Commission of India(ECI) notified the initiation of the delimitation of Assembly and… Continue reading What is the new delimitation exercise by Assam?
Two views on demonetisation: What the Supreme Court’s demonetisation verdict says
Source: The post is based on the article “Two views on demonetisation: What the Supreme Court’s demonetisation verdict says” published in Indian Express on 3rd January 2023 What is the News? The Supreme Court has upheld the government’s 2016 decision to demonetise currency notes of Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 by a 4:1 majority. What… Continue reading Two views on demonetisation: What the Supreme Court’s demonetisation verdict says
Year-End Review -2022: Ministry of Rural Development
Source: The post is based on the article “Year-End Review -2022: Ministry of Rural Development” published in PIB on 3rd January 2023 What is the News? The Ministry of Rural Development has launched several initiatives and schemes in 2022. What are the schemes and initiatives launched by the Ministry of Rural Development in 2022? Mahatma Gandhi… Continue reading Year-End Review -2022: Ministry of Rural Development
Draft Rules for Online Gaming: Online games must register with self-regulatory body, say draft rules
Source: The post is based on the article “Online games must register with self-regulatory body, say draft rules” published in The Hindu on 3rd January 2023 What is the News? The Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology(MeitY) has released draft rules for online gaming companies. It has also proposed an amendment to bring online… Continue reading Draft Rules for Online Gaming: Online games must register with self-regulatory body, say draft rules
Status of Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction In the recently released Financial Stability Report (FSR), the RBI has noted that the Gross Non-performing Assets (GNPA) ratio has declined to a 7-year low of 5% in September 2022. It is expected to further improve to 4.9% by September 2023. However, the Report also notes that NPA ratio may… Continue reading Status of Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) – Explained, pointwise
Prelims Rapid Revision Classes for IAS 2023 | Course starts 9th January 2023
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Popularize the e-rupee even at the cost of UPI
Source: The post is based on the article “Popularize the e-rupee even at the cost of UPI” published in the Livemint on 3rd January 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources. Relevance: About the promoting e-rupee and concerns associated with the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). News: Recently, the supreme court upheld the demonetization… Continue reading Popularize the e-rupee even at the cost of UPI
The New Year looks decidedly gloomy in India’s political neighbourhood
Source: The post is based on the article “The New Year looks decidedly gloomy in India’s political neighbourhood” published in the Business Standard on 3rd January 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – India and its neighbourhood- relations. Relevance: About challenges in India’s political neighbourhood. News: Three key Indian neighbourhood countries with which India has economic ties — Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and… Continue reading The New Year looks decidedly gloomy in India’s political neighbourhood
