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Adopt a comprehensive plan for nature conservation

Source– The post is based on the article “Adopt a comprehensive plan for nature conservation” published in the “mint” on 28th July 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Environment Relevance: Wildlife conservation News- The article explains the importance of conserving nature. It explains the challenges for India in environment protection and potential solutions to address these challenges. Contents1… Continue reading Adopt a comprehensive plan for nature conservation

India’s rice export curbs could prove too myopic for its good

Source– The post is based on the article “India’s rice export curbs could prove too myopic for its good” published in the “mint” on 28th July 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy Relevance: Issues related to external trade News- Russia’s decision to pull out of the Black Sea grain deal, but also India’s announcement that it… Continue reading India’s rice export curbs could prove too myopic for its good

Technology will boost the role of MSMEs in India’s export success

Source: The post is based on the article “Technology will boost the role of MSMEs in India’s export success” published in Mint on 27th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy – Industrial Policy Relevance: measures needed to boost MSMEs News: Several discussions about technology took place during Prime Minister’s recent visit to the United States. Contents1… Continue reading Technology will boost the role of MSMEs in India’s export success

Elusive quest for semiconductor self-sufficiency

Source: The post is based on an article “Elusive quest for semiconductor self-sufficiency” published in Mint on 27th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy – Industrial Policy Relevance: concerns associated with semiconductor industry in India News: The demand for semiconductors is increasing exponentially. Countries are now focusing on self-reliance for accessing semiconductors due to pandemic-related supply disruptions… Continue reading Elusive quest for semiconductor self-sufficiency

Arvind Datar writes: With high GST on online games, death by taxes

Source– The post is based on the article “Arvind Datar writes: With high GST on online games, death by taxes” published in the “mint” on 25th July 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Mobilisation of resources Relevance: Issues related to taxation News- The 50th GST Council has decided to levy 28% tax on the gross amount involved in… Continue reading Arvind Datar writes: With high GST on online games, death by taxes

Achieve road efficiency at minimal privacy risk

Source– The post is based on the article “Achieve road efficiency at minimal privacy risk” published in the “mint” on 25th July 2023. Syllabus : GS2- Government policies and interventions. GS3- Infrastructure Relevance: Issues related to road transport News – The ministry of road transport and highways is planning to implement a toll collection system… Continue reading Achieve road efficiency at minimal privacy risk

India should combat loan sharks online with effective regulation

Source– The post is based on the article “India should combat loan sharks online with effective regulation” published in the “mint” on 24th July 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy Relevance: Issues related to financial system News – The article explains the rise of lending by loan sharks. Contents1 What are some facts about shark lending?2 What… Continue reading India should combat loan sharks online with effective regulation

Corporate social responsibility projects demand expertise too

Source– The post is based on the article “Corporate social responsibility projects demand expertise too” published in the “mint” on 10th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 4 – corporate governance Relevance: Issues related to corporate Social Responsibility News-The article is about concerns related to the money spent by companies on corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities. Companies… Continue reading Corporate social responsibility projects demand expertise too

Tomato challenge: Hoarding is not as bad as it sounds

Source– The post is based on the article “Tomato challenge: Hoarding is not as bad as it sounds” published in the “mint” on 10th July 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy – Pricing and inflation Relevance: Issues related to inflation News- The ministry of consumer affairs announced a ‘Tomato Grand Challenge’ with the objective to ensure the… Continue reading Tomato challenge: Hoarding is not as bad as it sounds

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