Source: The post is based on the article “Cabinet approves ratification of the eleventh Additional protocol to the Constitution of the Universal Postal Union” published in PIB on 10th August 2022. What is the News? The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister has approved the ratification of amendments to the Constitution of the Universal… Continue reading Cabinet approves ratification of the eleventh Additional protocol to the Constitution of the Universal Postal Union
The grammar of VIP security
Source: The post is based on the article “The grammar of VIP security” published in The Hindu on 11th August 2022. What is the News? There are huge similarities between the assassinations of Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe and Rajiv Gandhi such as both were killed during an election campaign. However, if enough checks are… Continue reading The grammar of VIP security
Reduction in EMF Emissions
Source: The post is based on the article “Reduction in EMF Emissions” published in PIB on 5th August 2022. What is the News? The Minister of State for Communications has informed Rajya Sabha about the steps taken by the government to reduce Electromagnetic Field(EMF) Emissions. What are Electromagnetic Field(EMF) Emissions? Electromagnetic fields are a combination… Continue reading Reduction in EMF Emissions
Action Plan for Introduction of Cheetah in India
Source: The post is based on the article “Action Plan for Introduction of Cheetah in India” published in PIB on 10th August 2022. What is the News? The Government of India has released an “Action Plan for Introduction of Cheetah in India”.The aim of the plan is to restore the only large carnivore, the Cheetah,… Continue reading Action Plan for Introduction of Cheetah in India
Cabinet approves continuation of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) – “Housing for All” Mission up to 31st December 2024
Source: The post is based on the article “Cabinet approves continuation of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) – “Housing for All” Mission up to 31st December 2024” published in PIB on 10th August 2022. What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) for… Continue reading Cabinet approves continuation of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) – “Housing for All” Mission up to 31st December 2024
Explained: What is Langya, a new zoonotic virus that has infected 35 people in China?
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained: What is Langya, a new zoonotic virus that has infected 35 people in China?” published in Indian Express on 11th August 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Langya Virus?3 Where was Langya Virus discovered?4 Where has Langya virus come from? What is the News?… Continue reading Explained: What is Langya, a new zoonotic virus that has infected 35 people in China?
State-level OBC groups must be included in central list
Source: The post is based on an article “State-level OBC groups must be included in the central list” published in the Indian Express on 11th August 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 Important Provisions of the Constitution of India News: The Justice Rohini Commission has been given the 10th extension in five years. The commission was constituted… Continue reading State-level OBC groups must be included in central list
Why higher GST on chit funds is a bad idea
Source: The post is based on an article “Why higher GST on chit funds is a bad idea” published in the Live Mint on 11th August 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development, and Employment. News: Recently, the Government of India has made an announcement of… Continue reading Why higher GST on chit funds is a bad idea
The inequality challenge for India@75
Source: The post is based on an article “The inequality challenge for India@75” published in the Live Mint on 11th August 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 Inclusive Growth; Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development, and Employment; etc. Relevance: Inequalities in India News: The article compares the present development with the… Continue reading The inequality challenge for India@75
Fair share
Source: The post is based on an article “Fair Share” published in the Business Standard on 11th August 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 Issues and Challenges Pertaining to the Federal Structure Relevance: Fiscal Federalism News: At a recent meeting of the governing council of the NITI Aayog, the state governments indicated that their resources to fund… Continue reading Fair share
