News: The Finance Minister recently introduced a five-year Cotton Mission aimed at improving productivity, sustainability, and the promotion of premium ELS cotton varieties in India. About Extra-Long Staple (ELS) cotton Extra-Long Staple (ELS) cotton is a premium type of cotton known for its extra-long fiber length (30 mm or more), making it softer, stronger, and… Continue reading Extra-Long Staple (ELS) cotton
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United States Agency for International Development
News: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has come under intense scrutiny and is facing potential shutdown as part of the Trump administration’s broader efforts to restructure and reduce federal government spending. About United States Agency for International Development (USAID) The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is the primary international humanitarian… Continue reading United States Agency for International Development
Election Commission is Losing Its Neutrality in India
Source: The post Election Commission is Losing Its Neutrality in India has been created, based on the article “Yogendra Yadav writes: As CEC Rajiv Kumar retires, his legacy casts a dark cloud” published in “Indian Express” on 4th February 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various… Continue reading Election Commission is Losing Its Neutrality in India
Four New Ramsar Sites in India
News: Recently, four more wetlands have been recognized as Ramsar sites, increasing the total number in the country to 89. About Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu Location: The Sakkarakottai Bird Sanctuary is situated in the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu. Area: The sanctuary covers an area of 230.495 hectares. Ecological Importance: It functions as an… Continue reading Four New Ramsar Sites in India
NVS-02 Satellite
News: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has reported a technical glitch in its NVS-02 navigation satellite, launched on January 29, 2025, as part of its 100th successful mission. About NVS-02 NVS-02 is an advanced navigation satellite launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) as part of India’s Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) system. … Continue reading NVS-02 Satellite
Supreme Court urges law for domestic workers
Source: The post Supreme Court urges law for domestic workers has been created, based on the article “India needs a law to protect domestic workers’ rights” published in “Indian Express” on 3rd February 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2- Governance-mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of these vulnerable sections. Context:… Continue reading Supreme Court urges law for domestic workers
Budget Boosts Agriculture but Structural Issues Persist
Source: The post Budget Boosts Agriculture but Structural Issues Persist has been created, based on the article “Ashok Gulati, Raya Das on Budget 2025: Stopping short of the farm” published in “Indian Express” on 3rd February 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3-Government Budgeting and Agriculture Context: The article discusses the Union Budget 2025-26’s impact on… Continue reading Budget Boosts Agriculture but Structural Issues Persist
India’s Economic Growth Challenges and Policy Reforms
Source: The post India’s Economic Growth Challenges and Policy Reforms has been created, based on the article “Donald Trump, climate change: Global threats to India’s growth story” published in “Indian Express” on 1st February 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper3-Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilisation, of resources, growth, development. Context: The article discusses… Continue reading India’s Economic Growth Challenges and Policy Reforms
NIPUN Bharat Mission improves foundational learning outcomes
Source: The post NIPUN Bharat Mission improves foundational learning outcomes has been created, based on the article “Behind NEP’s success story, the real heroes” published in “Indian Express” on 1st February 2025 UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper2-Governance-Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education. Context: The article highlights improvements in foundational… Continue reading NIPUN Bharat Mission improves foundational learning outcomes
India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)
News: Recently, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to the UAE and upcoming engagements with Greece and Egypt signal India’s renewed push for advancing the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), which was stalled due to the Israel-Gaza conflict. About IMEC It is a connectivity project aiming to enhance trade between India, the Arabian Peninsula, the… Continue reading India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)
