[UPDATE] Center agrees for an extra attempt to UPSC aspirants in IAS 2021 Exam

In the Supreme Court, the center has agreed to an extra attempt for UPSC IAS civil service exam aspirants, but with certain conditions. After a series of hearings, the center has agreed to the extra chance for the candidates. This chance will be only available to aspirants, who missed their last attempt for the Civil… Continue reading [UPDATE] Center agrees for an extra attempt to UPSC aspirants in IAS 2021 Exam

Mega Investment Textiles Parks (MITRA) scheme for textile sector

Why in News? The Finance Minister has announced the launch of Mega Investment Textiles Parks (MITRA) Scheme. About Mega Investment Textiles Parks (MITRA) Scheme Aim: The scheme aims to enable the textile industry to become globally competitive and boost exports. The scheme also aims to boost employment generation within the textile sector and also attract… Continue reading Mega Investment Textiles Parks (MITRA) scheme for textile sector

Govt. agrees to maintain States’ share in the divisible pool of taxes

Why in News? Recently the Government released the Fifteenth Finance Commission (15th FC) recommendations along with the action taken report in the Parliament. Major recommendations of 15th  FC: Tax Devolution to States: The 14th FC commission recommended that states 42% share in the divisible tax pool of the centre. But the interim report of 15th… Continue reading Govt. agrees to maintain States’ share in the divisible pool of taxes

UPSC Board Members Details

The Union Public Service Commission if the apex recruiting agency of the Union. In this article, we have the list of Board Members of UPSC for Interview for Civil Services Examination, for Indian Forest Service Examination Interview and for CAPF Interview. Read this article till the end to know what things you need to keep… Continue reading UPSC Board Members Details

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Vaccine battle among countries 

Source: Click here Syllabus: GS 2 – Health related issues Synopsis: Countries should refrain from engaging in vaccine battles and focus on global cooperation. Introduction  Almost all countries across the globe are in need of access to vaccines. But the developed countries are mindlessly collecting approved vaccines. Only the countries in the global south like… Continue reading Vaccine battle among countries 

A normal budget for abnormal times

Synopsis: The recently released budget appears to be fairly normal. Normal is not sufficient for the abnormal times like the present. Introduction The economy contracted by 7.7% in India. The economic survey projects India’s real GDP growth to be 11% in 2021-22. However, this projection looks overestimated. India will have to surpass pre-covid-19 levels to… Continue reading A normal budget for abnormal times

Protest in India and US: Similarities and differences

Synopsis: The violence that has happened in the US and India has some similarities. It highlights the erosion of democratic values in the world’s oldest (US) and largest democracies. Background Recently, In the US, a violent mob attacked the U.S. Capitol building. This mob vandalized public property and threatened lawmakers in Congress. Similarly, India witnessed… Continue reading Protest in India and US: Similarities and differences

Sri Lanka Writes Off Strategic Colombo Port Deal With India & Japan

Source: click here Syllabus: GS 2 Synopsis: Sri Lanka’s has pulled out of a 2019 Colombo Port deal with India and Japan. The agreement was for developing the strategic East Container Terminal (ECT) at the Colombo Port. Introduction India and Sri Lanka signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) for cooperation on economic projects in 2019. A… Continue reading Sri Lanka Writes Off Strategic Colombo Port Deal With India & Japan

‘Smart walls’ for Indian borders

Synopsis: Concept of smart walls has been introduced in the US. India should also explore the possibilities of using smart walls to protect borders.  Syllabus – GS- 3 – Internal Security – Border management Introduction  US president has stopped the construction of a “border wall” between the U.S. and Mexico. However, a new ‘smart’ wall… Continue reading ‘Smart walls’ for Indian borders

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