Source– The post is based on the article “Why is the Biological Diversity Bill facing opposition?” published in “The Hindu” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy Relevance: Issues related to global economic development News– Recently Parliament passed the Biological Diversity (Amendment) Bill, 2021. Why are there issues with the Bill? The Bill provides exemptions… Continue reading Why is the Biological Diversity Bill facing opposition?
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Amid row, Data Protection Bill tabled
Source: The post is based on the article “Amid row, Data Protection Bill tabled” published in The Hindu on 4th August 2023 What is the News? Digital Personal Data Protection Bill, 2023 has been introduced in the Lok Sabha. The Bill seeks to provide for the protection of personal data and the privacy of individuals.… Continue reading Amid row, Data Protection Bill tabled
Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for license
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for license” published in The Hindu on 5th August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What does the HSN Code 8471 say?3 What are the exemptions provided under this order?4 Why has the government imposed these restrictions?5 What is… Continue reading Centre restricts laptop, PC and tablet imports; calls for license
From state visit to a more robust trade relationship
Source: The post is based on the article “From state visit to a more robust trade relationship” published in “The Hindu” on 3rd August 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests News: In this article author discusses the historic visit of India’s Prime Minister to Washington.… Continue reading From state visit to a more robust trade relationship
The contours of India’s ‘formal jobs’ crisis
Source– The post is based on the article “The contours of India’s ‘formal jobs’ crisis” published in the “The Hindu” on 3rd August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy and employment Relevance: Statistics on employment News– The article explains the EPF numbers on employment in India. It also explains the issues related to employment and employment… Continue reading The contours of India’s ‘formal jobs’ crisis
Govt. kicks off contractual dispute settlement scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt. kicks off contractual dispute settlement scheme” published in The Hindu on 3rd August 2023 What is the News? Government of India has launched the Vivad se Vishwas-II scheme for settling contractual disputes involving the government and government undertakings. What is the Vivad se Vishwas-II Scheme? … Continue reading Govt. kicks off contractual dispute settlement scheme
Narco-terror nexus examined case-wise, Centre informs RS
Source: The post is based on the article “Narco-terror nexus examined case-wise, Centre informs RS” published in The Hindu on 3rd August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 India’s Vulnerability to drug trafficking:3 Is there a nexus between narcotics business and terrorist activities?4 What are the steps taken by the government of India to tackle… Continue reading Narco-terror nexus examined case-wise, Centre informs RS
Centre forms expert panel to revise anti-discrimination guidelines on campuses
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre forms expert panel to revise anti-discrimination guidelines on campuses” published in The Hindu on 3rd August 2023. What is the News? The Union Education Ministry has constituted an expert committee to revisit its regulations and guidelines on anti-discrimination guidelines in higher educational institutions. About anti-discrimination guidelines… Continue reading Centre forms expert panel to revise anti-discrimination guidelines on campuses
The dangers in the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill
Source– The post is based on the article “The dangers in the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill” published in the “The Hindu” on 2nd August 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Indian Polity – Fundamental Rights News– The government is set to introduce the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Bill in Parliament. What is the importance… Continue reading The dangers in the Digital Personal Data Protection Bill
Climate finance adds another layer of inequity to climate change
Source– The post is based on the article “Climate finance adds another layer of inequity to climate change” published in the “The Hindu” on 2nd August 2023. Syllabus: GS3 – Environment – Climate Change News– The article explains the position of various countries on carbon dioxide emissions, investment in climate related activities and climate vulnerability.… Continue reading Climate finance adds another layer of inequity to climate change
