Source: Business Standard Relevance: Significance of International trade to Indian Economy Synopsis: Increasing exports is important criteria for India’s sustained economic growth in the future. Context The government seems to be resetting its position on trade policy. The Union commerce secretary recently said that India would fast-track free trade agreements (FTAs) as the country needed… Continue reading Welcome rethink on FTAs
Why attempts to boost oil palm farming may work?
Source: Business Standard Relevance: Analysis of National Mission on Edible Oils Synopsis: In light of the recently announced scheme to boost production of palm oil in India, a brief look at previous such attempts, their impact and the overall issues involved with palm oil cultivation. Context In order to boost domestic production of palm oil… Continue reading Why attempts to boost oil palm farming may work?
India’s looming water crisis and urgent measures to address it
Source: Livemint Relevance: Measures needed to address India’s water crisis Synopsis: The groundwater table in India is falling at faster rate than ever, and thus we need radical changes in agricultural practices along with other measures to address the water crisis of India. Context India is facing a water crisis. Water tables in many states… Continue reading India’s looming water crisis and urgent measures to address it
The space race is getting harder
Source: Business Standard Relevance: Understanding the impact of the new space race Synopsis: A vast technological gap is opening up as humans race to colonize the solar system. A brief look into the space race of the past and the implications of the new age space race. Why launching objects into space is hard? India… Continue reading The space race is getting harder
Government proposes amendment to Electricity (Late Payment Surcharge) Rules
Source: PIB What is the News? The Ministry of Power has released the draft Electricity (Late Payment Surcharge) Amendment Rules, 2021. Purpose of the Amendment: The Rules seek to amend the norms for facilitating electricity generators to sell power to third parties. This can help reduce fixed costs and cut retail tariffs for electricity consumers.… Continue reading Government proposes amendment to Electricity (Late Payment Surcharge) Rules
Community policing drive inaugurated
Source: The Hindu What is the News? Delhi Police Commissioner has inaugurated a community policing programme ‘Ummeed’ in the North-East district of Delhi. About Ummeed Initiative: Ummeed is a community policing programme that aims to promote unity and mutual trust between communities so that everyone can live peacefully. What is Community Policing? Community policing is… Continue reading Community policing drive inaugurated
Notification for Electronic Monitoring and Enforcement of Road Safety
Source: PIB What is the News? The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways issued notification for ‘Electronic Monitoring and Enforcement of Road Safety. What are Electronic Enforcement devices used for? Electronic Enforcement devices are devices used by the authorities to monitor traffic movements and also to issue challan against offences. What do the rules say… Continue reading Notification for Electronic Monitoring and Enforcement of Road Safety
Why RBI disagrees with market perception on policy normalization?
Source: Business Standard What is the news? RBI’s decision to conduct variable reverse repo (VRRR) auctions should not be considered as a reversal of the accommodative policy stance. Background Recently, RBI while announcing the review of the monetary policy, said the central bank has decided to conduct fortnightly VRRR auctions. However, RBI Governor categorically stated that… Continue reading Why RBI disagrees with market perception on policy normalization?
New Delhi’s Af-Pak: Old friends versus old foes: Should India accept Taliban, betray Afghans or support resistance movements like Saleh’s?
Source: Times of India (Article 1, Article 2) Syllabus: GS – 2: India and its neighbourhood- relations. Relevance: This article explains the recent developments in Afghanistan. Synopsis: About the development of the Taliban 1.0 and Taliban 2.0 Introduction: Please read the following two articles for a better understanding. The script of the new endgame in Afghanistan… Continue reading New Delhi’s Af-Pak: Old friends versus old foes: Should India accept Taliban, betray Afghans or support resistance movements like Saleh’s?
DRDO develops Advanced Chaff Technology for Indian Air Force
Source: PIB What is the News? Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed an Advanced Chaff Technology to safeguard fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) against hostile radar threats. What is Advanced Chaff Technology? Chaff is an electronic countermeasure technology. It is used by militaries worldwide to protect their assets like naval… Continue reading DRDO develops Advanced Chaff Technology for Indian Air Force
