Source: The post is based on the following articles “Zero tax for annual income up to ₹7 lakh under new scheme” published in The Hindu on 2nd February 2023. “‘New tax regime gives spending flexibility’” and “New tax regime is very attractive now” published in the Livemint on 2nd February 2023. “Tax rebate under the new regime, explained… Continue reading New tax regime gives spending flexibility
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Survey calls for new mineral policy, extending coal usage
Source: The post is based on the article “Survey calls for new mineral policy, extending coal usage” published in Livemint on 1st February 2023. What is the News? According to the Economic Survey 2023, India needs a carefully crafted multi-dimensional mineral policy to address the issues posed by an uneven distribution of rare earth elements.… Continue reading Survey calls for new mineral policy, extending coal usage
Economic survey 2022-23 highlights
Source: The post is based on the following articles “The Economic Survey that wasn’t” published in The Hindu on 1st February 2023. “The Economic Survey’s growth forecast is a little too optimistic”, “An economic overview that scores on cogency” and “India’s Economic Survey has got back to its true and tested format” published in the… Continue reading Economic survey 2022-23 highlights
The French Connection – France’s pension reform is a story that resonates around the ageing rich world
Source: The post is based on the article “21st century India needs a real-time fiscal data portal” published in the Livemint on 31st January 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Relevance: About French pension reforms. News: The French government now tries to push through… Continue reading The French Connection – France’s pension reform is a story that resonates around the ageing rich world
21st century India needs a real-time fiscal data portal
Source: The post is based on the article “21st century India needs a real-time fiscal data portal” published in the Livemint on 31st January 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Relevance: About real-time fiscal data portal. News: Former chief economic adviser in his… Continue reading 21st century India needs a real-time fiscal data portal
India must focus on health and education post-budget
Source: The post is based on the article “India must focus on health and education post-budget” published in the Livemint on 30th January 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health and Education. Relevance: About the status of healthcare and education. News: The government must focus… Continue reading India must focus on health and education post-budget
Govt to combine CGHS with Ayushman Bharat
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt to combine CGHS with Ayushman Bharat” published in Livemint on 21st January 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Central Government Health Scheme(CGHS)?3 What is Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission(ABDM)?4 How is the government planning to integrate CGHS with ABDM?5 What is Ayushman Bharat Health… Continue reading Govt to combine CGHS with Ayushman Bharat
A detached approach is crucial for a uniform civil code
Source: The post is based on the article “A detached approach is crucial for a uniform civil code” published in the Livemint on 20th January 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Indian Constitution—significant provisions and basic structure. Relevance: About Uniform Civil Code (UCC). News: Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India can be taken into consideration in India only… Continue reading A detached approach is crucial for a uniform civil code
Disruptive change in education could help us tackle joblessness
Source: The post is based on the article “Disruptive change in education could help us tackle joblessness” published in the Livemint on 20th January 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 and GS 3 – Issues relating to the development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education and Employment. Relevance: About the education needs and India’s labour market. News:… Continue reading Disruptive change in education could help us tackle joblessness
Why India needs a fresh fertilizer policy
Source: The post is based on the article “Why India needs a fresh fertilizer policy” published in Livemint on 19th January 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are the steps taken by the government to improve the availability of fertilizers?3 What is the impact of the current fertilizer policy?4 What has been the trend… Continue reading Why India needs a fresh fertilizer policy
