Source– The post is based on the article “Let’s not conflate microfinance with self-help group financing” published in the “Live Mint” on 21st September 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy Relevance – Issue related to financial sector News – The Reserve Bank of India made regulatory changes to the microfinance sector in March 2022.… Continue reading Let’s not conflate microfinance with self-help group financing
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Simultaneous polls: do States have a say?
Source– The post is based on the article “Simultaneous polls: do States have a say?” published in “The Indian Express” on 20th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian Polity News– The Union government on September 2 set up a committee under the leadership of the former President of India Ram Nath Kovind to look into the… Continue reading Simultaneous polls: do States have a say?
Environmental humanities: the need to expand our understanding of nature
Source: The post is based on the article “Environmental humanities: the need to expand our understanding of nature” published in “The Hindu” on 20th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Environment- Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment. News: The article discusses the importance of incorporating environmental humanities into mainstream academic conversations. It highlights the valuable… Continue reading Environmental humanities: the need to expand our understanding of nature
Where has India’s record wheat and rice output gone?
Source– The post is based on the article “Where has India’s record wheat and rice output gone? ” published in the “mint” on 19th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Agriculture Relevance- Agriculture pricing and marketing News– The article explains the recent policy steps taken by the government for wheat and rice procurement and marketing and their… Continue reading Where has India’s record wheat and rice output gone?
Ships Of State – on India’s Naval Strength
Source– The post is based on the article “Ships Of State” published in the “The Times of India” on 19th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Internal Security Relevance- Issues related to armed forces News– Indian navy has ordered 68 warships and vessels. What are the challenges faced by the Indian navy? Strength- Currently, India’s navy boasts… Continue reading Ships Of State – on India’s Naval Strength
Green Tax, Black Mark – on EU’ CBAM
Source– The post is based on the article “Green Tax, Black Mark” published in the “The Times of India” on 19th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Environment. Relevance- Issue related to climate change and green economy News– Starting October 1, India’s steel and aluminum exports to the European Union will face uncertainty and increased costs due… Continue reading Green Tax, Black Mark – on EU’ CBAM
R S Sharma on PM-WANI’s potential to transform India’s digital public infrastructure
Source– The post is based on the article “R S Sharma on PM-WANI’s potential to transform India’s digital public infrastructure” published in “The Indian Express” on 19th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Infrastructure – Digital Infrastructure News– The article explains the PM-WANI scheme of Indian government Contents1 How has the state of connectivity has undergone a… Continue reading R S Sharma on PM-WANI’s potential to transform India’s digital public infrastructure
A chocolate nudge can serve a public purpose
Source: The post is based on the article “A chocolate nudge can serve a public purpose” published in “Live mint” on 19th September 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy- Banking News: The State Bank of India (SBI) is using behavioral cues and AI technology to detect potential loan defaulters. It is employing a friendly approach, like home… Continue reading A chocolate nudge can serve a public purpose
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
