Source: The post is based on the article “Slums in the urban ecosystem” published in “Business standard” on 21st September 2023. Syllabus: GS1- Society- Urbanization, their problems and their remedies. News: This article is basically saying that slums, often overcrowded and underprivileged areas in cities, are active and important parts of urban life, shaping and… Continue reading Slums in the urban ecosystem
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The Indo-Pacific power play
Source– The post is based on the article “The Indo-Pacific power play” published in the “Business Standard” on 20th September 2023. Syllabus: GS2- International relations Relevance- Indo-pacific News– The article explains the US strategy in Indo-pacific to counter China How is the US increasing its presence in the Indo-Pacific region to counter China? Ties with… Continue reading The Indo-Pacific power play
India trails in deceased organ donation
Source: The post is based on the article “India trails in deceased organ donation– Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Karnataka top in transplantations” published in “ Business standard” on 19th September 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Governance- Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. News: The article discusses the low deceased organ donation rate… Continue reading India trails in deceased organ donation
Empowering MSMEs for export success
Source: The post is based on the article “Empowering MSMEs for export success” published in Business standard on 19th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy- industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. News: The article discusses the potential of India’s MSMEs in global trade, highlighting their challenges in scaling and exporting. It suggests reforms, like… Continue reading Empowering MSMEs for export success
Flight to self-sufficiency-AF orders are increasing domestic production
Source: The post is based on the article “Flight to self-sufficiency-AF orders are increasing domestic production” published in “Business standard” on 19th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy- investment model News: Airbus gave the first C-295 plane to the Indian Air Force (IAF). India will make 40 more with Tata’s help. This will create many jobs… Continue reading Flight to self-sufficiency-AF orders are increasing domestic production
Indian govt launches the Kisan Rin Portal with the weather portal WIND
Source: The post is based on the article “Indian govt launches the Kisan Rin Portal with the weather portal WIND” published in Business Standard on 19th September 2023 What is the News? The Finance Minister and Agriculture Minister have inaugurated the ‘Kisan Rin Portal’ and WINDS portal. What is Kisan Rin Portal? Kisan Rin Portal… Continue reading Indian govt launches the Kisan Rin Portal with the weather portal WIND
Growth needs more electricity
Source– The post is based on the article “Growth needs more electricity” published in the “Business Standard” on 18th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Infrastructure News– The article explains the issues related to the electricity sector in India. What are the challenges faced by the electricity sector in India? The growth of thermal electricity capacity has… Continue reading Growth needs more electricity
Being people-centric – on government spending
Source: The post is based on the article “Being people-centric” published in “Business standard” on 16th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy- Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources. News: The article discusses how, despite India’s government spending a significant percentage of its GDP, it doesn’t always achieve better outcomes in areas like… Continue reading Being people-centric – on government spending
Fuel for thought – Mr Gadkari’s statement reflects a valid policy concern
Source: The post is based on the article “Fuel for thought – Mr Gadkari’s statement reflects a valid policy concern” published in Business Standard on 15th September 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Environment – Pollution Relevance: Measures taken to reduce vehicular emission News: The government is taking various measures to discourage the sale of diesel vehicles in order to… Continue reading Fuel for thought – Mr Gadkari’s statement reflects a valid policy concern
Banking investments – New norms will impart stability
Source: The post is based on the article “Banking investments – New norms will impart stability” published in Business Standard on 14th September 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy – Banking Sector Relevance: RBI’s new guidelines for investment in the banking sector. News: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently released updated investment norms for the banking… Continue reading Banking investments – New norms will impart stability
