Source: The post is based on the article “What is RBI’s new pilot for frictionless credit?” published in The Hindu on 21st August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Frictionless credit?3 Why Frictionless credit needed?4 What are the expected benefits of this platform? What is the News? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI)… Continue reading What is RBI’s new pilot for frictionless credit?
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Govt planning skill training for 2 crore women under ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt planning skill training for 2 crore women under ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme” published in The Hindu on 19th August 2023 What is the News? Government is planning skill development training for two crore women under the ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme. What is the Lakhpati Didi Scheme? Aim: To… Continue reading Govt planning skill training for 2 crore women under ‘Lakhpati Didi’ scheme
Bills seeking to replace IPC, CrPC, Indian Evidence Act referred to Standing Committee
Source: The post is based on the article “Bills seeking to replace IPC, CrPC, Indian Evidence Act referred to Standing Committee” published in The Hindu on 19th August 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are the key highlights of the three bills?3 Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita Bill, 2023:4 Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, 2023: What is… Continue reading Bills seeking to replace IPC, CrPC, Indian Evidence Act referred to Standing Committee
Amid trade slump, signs of investment pick-up
Source: The post is based on the article “Amid trade slump, signs of investment pick-up” published in The Hindu on 19th August 2023 What is the News? India’s merchandise exports have faced a decline.But the growth in imports of electronics and machinery suggests domestic demand and investments are picking up. India’s Trade and Investment Figures:… Continue reading Amid trade slump, signs of investment pick-up
Kanniyakumari’s Matti is distinct with fragrance and honey-like taste
Source: The post is based on the article “Kanniyakumari’s Matti is distinct with fragrance and honey-like taste” published in The Hindu on 18th August 2023. What is the News? The Matti banana variety, native to Kanniyakumari district in Tamil Nadu was recently granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. What is the Matti Banana variety? Matti… Continue reading Kanniyakumari’s Matti is distinct with fragrance and honey-like taste
President launches indigenously built warship Vindhyagiri
Source: The post is based on the article “President launches indigenously built warship Vindhyagiri” published in The Hindu on 18th August 2023. What is the News? The President has launched the sixth vessel of the Project 17 Alpha Frigates, ‘Vindhyagiri’, a stealth ship of the Indian Navy. What is INS Vindhyagiri? INS Vindhyagiri is the… Continue reading President launches indigenously built warship Vindhyagiri
No more bulk SIM cards as government steps in to curb fraud
Source: The post is based on the article “No more bulk SIM cards as government steps in to curb fraud” published in The Hindu on 18th August 2023. What is the News? The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has announced several steps to combat the issue of fraudulent SIM cards. What are the steps announced by… Continue reading No more bulk SIM cards as government steps in to curb fraud
Now, drones to monitor MGNREGA worksites
Source: The post is based on the article “Now, drones to monitor MGNREGA worksites” published in The Hindu on 18th August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 How can drones be helpful in monitoring MGNREGA Scheme?3 How is the government planning to deploy drones to monitor MGNREGA works?4 What is the significance of these measures?… Continue reading Now, drones to monitor MGNREGA worksites
Flood forecast app launched by Water Commission
Source: The post is based on the article “Flood forecast app launched by Water Commission” published in The Hindu on 18th August 2023. What is the News? The Central Water Commission(CWC) has launched an app, called ‘Floodwatch’. What is Floodwatch App? Purpose: To forecast the chances of floods a day in advance. – To provide… Continue reading Flood forecast app launched by Water Commission
INCOIS launches ‘SAMUDRA’ mobile app for seafarers and fishing community
Source: The post is based on the article “INCOIS launches ‘SAMUDRA’ mobile app for seafarers and fishing community” published in The Hindu on 14th August 2023. What is the News? Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services(INCOIS) has launched a new mobile application named ‘SAMUDRA’. What is the SAMUDRA app? Full Form: SAMUDRA stands for… Continue reading INCOIS launches ‘SAMUDRA’ mobile app for seafarers and fishing community
