Source– The post is based on the article “The custody question” published in “The Indian Express” on 19th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Polity. Relevance: Important BIlls and Acts News– The central government has introduced three Bills in the Lok Sabha to reform criminal law: The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 to replace the Indian Penal Code,… Continue reading The custody question
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Climate crisis has hit home
Source: The post is based on the article “Climate crisis has hit home” published in “The Hindustan Times” on 19th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Disaster and disaster management. News: In this article, the author discusses the severe climate changes in India, leading to disasters such as landslides and floods, and the impact on agriculture and… Continue reading Climate crisis has hit home
The power of an acronym
Source: The post is based on the article “The power of an acronym” published in “Business standard” on 19th August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. News: In this article author discusses the evolution and relevance of the BRICS group, highlighting its inconsistencies and China’s… Continue reading The power of an acronym
Express View on RBI studies: Carrying hope
Source: The post is based on the article “Express View on RBI studies: Carrying hope” published in “The Indian Express” on 19th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy News: The National Statistical Office will soon release GDP growth estimates for the first quarter (April-June). The RBI predicts an 8% growth. Despite global slowdowns and a… Continue reading Express View on RBI studies: Carrying hope
WHO South-East Asia Region commits to further enhance efforts to end TB, adopt Gandhinagar Declaration
Source: The post is based on the article “WHO South-East Asia Region commits to further enhance efforts to end TB, adopt Gandhinagar Declaration” published in DD News on 19th August 2023 What is the News? The WHO South-East Asia Region has committed to further accelerate efforts to end tuberculosis by 2030 with member countries adopting… Continue reading WHO South-East Asia Region commits to further enhance efforts to end TB, adopt Gandhinagar Declaration
Govt planning skill training for 2 crore women under ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt planning skill training for 2 crore women under ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme” published in The Hindu on 19th August 2023 What is the News? Government is planning skill development training for two crore women under the ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme. What is the Lakhpati Didi Scheme? Aim: To… Continue reading Govt planning skill training for 2 crore women under ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme
Bills seeking to replace IPC, CrPC, Indian Evidence Act referred to Standing Committee
Source: The post is based on the article “Bills seeking to replace IPC, CrPC, Indian Evidence Act referred to Standing Committee” published in The Hindu on 19th August 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are the key highlights of the three bills?3 Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita Bill, 2023:4 Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023: What is… Continue reading Bills seeking to replace IPC, CrPC, Indian Evidence Act referred to Standing Committee
Amid trade slump, signs of investment pick-up
Source: The post is based on the article “Amid trade slump, signs of investment pick-up” published in The Hindu on 19th August 2023 What is the News? India’s merchandise exports have faced a decline.But the growth in imports of electronics and machinery suggests domestic demand and investments are picking up. India’s Trade and Investment Figures:… Continue reading Amid trade slump, signs of investment pick-up
Revolutionizing Animal Feed: TDB-DST partners with Chemlife Innovations for Innovative Bio-Trace Minerals Project
Source: The post is based on the article “Revolutionizing Animal Feed: TDB-DST partners with Chemlife Innovations for Innovative Bio-Trace Minerals Project” published in PIB on 19th August 2023 What is the News? The Technology Development Board (TDB), part of the Department of Science & Technology (DST) has partnered with Chemlife Innovations Pvt. Ltd to launch… Continue reading Revolutionizing Animal Feed: TDB-DST partners with Chemlife Innovations for Innovative Bio-Trace Minerals Project
Why the RBI has directed lenders not to levy penal interest on borrowers
Source: The post is based on the article “Why the RBI has directed lenders not to levy penal interest on borrowers” published in Indian Express on 19th August 2023 What is the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a fresh set of guidelines for banks and other regulated entities (REs) on the… Continue reading Why the RBI has directed lenders not to levy penal interest on borrowers
