Source: The post is based on the article “Explained: What Rs 80 to a dollar means” published in Indian Express on 20th July 2022. What is the News? The Indian rupee has breached the psychologically significant exchange rate level of 80 to a US dollar in early trade. What is the rupee exchange rate? The… Continue reading Explained: What Rs 80 to a dollar means
Grain shape influences liquefaction of sand, a major earthquake hazard
Source: The post is based on the article “Grain shape influences liquefaction of sand, a major earthquake hazard” published in PIB on 19th July 2022. What is the News? Scientists have found that the shape of sand grains influences the liquefaction of sand which is one of the major factors behind the collapse of structures… Continue reading Grain shape influences liquefaction of sand, a major earthquake hazard
Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana(AVYAY)
Source: The post is based on the article “Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana(AVYAY)” published in PIB on 19th July 2022. What is the News? The Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment has informed Lok Sabha about the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana(AVYAY). What is Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana(AVYAY)? Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Social Justice &… Continue reading Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana(AVYAY)
Transplantation of Human Organs & Tissues Act (THOTA), 1994 provides for regulation of removal, storage and transplantation of human organs & tissues for therapeutic purposes
Source: The post is based on the article “Transplantation of Human Organs & Tissues Act (THOTA), 1994 provides for regulation of removal, storage and transplantation of human organs & tissues for therapeutic purposes” published in PIB on 19th July 2022. What is the News? The Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare has informed… Continue reading Transplantation of Human Organs & Tissues Act (THOTA), 1994 provides for regulation of removal, storage and transplantation of human organs & tissues for therapeutic purposes
The second phase of the GOAL Programme (GOAL 2.0) was launched with an aim to digitally upskill tribal youth: Minister
Source: The post is based on the article “The second phase of the GOAL Programme (GOAL 2.0) was launched with an aim to digitally upskill tribal youth: Minister” published in PIB on 19th July 2022. What is the News? The Union Minister for Tribal Affairs has informed the Lok Sabha about the GOAL Programme. What… Continue reading The second phase of the GOAL Programme (GOAL 2.0) was launched with an aim to digitally upskill tribal youth: Minister
Indian MNCs are absent from discussions on digital policy
Source: The post is based on an article “Indian MNCs are absent from discussion on digital policy” published in the Indian Express on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Relevance: Digital Economy related policies News: In 2022,… Continue reading Indian MNCs are absent from discussions on digital policy
Govt of India to roll out Schemes for Strengthening Pharmaceuticals Industry with Focus on MSMEs and Clusters
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt of India to roll out Schemes for Strengthening Pharmaceuticals Industry with Focus on MSMEs and Clusters” published in PIB on 19th July 2022. What is the News? The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers is planning to roll out a series of initiatives under… Continue reading Govt of India to roll out Schemes for Strengthening Pharmaceuticals Industry with Focus on MSMEs and Clusters
The new agriculture panel raises questions
Source: The post is based on an article “The new agricultural panel raises questions” published in the Indian Express on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 Agriculture and Allied Sector Relevance: Farm Reforms News: The government has finally constituted a committee to promote zero budget-based farming, change crop patterns and make the Minimum Support Price… Continue reading The new agriculture panel raises questions
The trade policy India needs
Source: The post is based on an article “The trade policy India needs” published in the Live Mint on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 – Government policies for various sectors Relevance: New Trade Policy News: The ministry of commerce is working on a new trade policy. In this context, Professor Amita Batra has published… Continue reading The trade policy India needs
Why the sceptics are wrong and we must invest in space
Source: The post is based on the article “Why the sceptics are wrong, and we must invest in space” published in the Live Mint on 20th July 2022. Syllabus: GS Paper 3, Achievements of Indians in Science & Technology, etc. Relevance: Space Sector and associated reforms News: Last week, the first images from the James… Continue reading Why the sceptics are wrong and we must invest in space
