Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is presenting the Union Budget 2024-25 in the Parliament. This is her 7th consecutive budget, it means exceeding the record of former Prime Minister Morarji Desai. The Interim Budget 2024 was presented on February 1, which made no major policy shifts or new benefits for the middle class. This is the… Continue reading [Live Updates] Union Budget 2024-25 Key Highlights
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Economic Survey 2023-24 Highlights- Explained Pointwise
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Economic Survey document in Parliament today. The Economic Survey is an annual document presented by the Government of India’s Ministry of Finance. It is typically released a day before the Union Budget. It provides a comprehensive review of the country’s economic performance over the past year. The survey also offers insights and recommendations… Continue reading Economic Survey 2023-24 Highlights- Explained Pointwise
PC Emulator
Source- This post on the PC Emulator has been created based on the article “What is a PC emulator, and why did Apple allow it on the App Store?” published in “The Hindu” on 22 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Apple approved a PC emulator for iOS for the first time, enabling users… Continue reading PC Emulator
[Live updates] Economic Survey 2023-24- Key Highlights
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has tabled the Economic Survey document in Parliament today. The Economic Survey is an annual document presented by the Government of India’s Ministry of Finance. It is typically released a day before the Union Budget. It provides a comprehensive review of the country’s economic performance over the past year. The survey… Continue reading [Live updates] Economic Survey 2023-24- Key Highlights
Menstrual leaves- Demand and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
The Supreme Court of India recently rejected a writ petition that sought directives for implementing policies for menstrual leave to women in India. The petitioner had sought provisions for menstrual leave to be included under the Maternity Benefits Act, 1961. The Court emphasized that the issue of menstrual leaves is the policy matter of the… Continue reading Menstrual leaves- Demand and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Late Blight Disease
Source- This post on the Late Blight Disease has been created based on the article ” CPRI issues advisory as late blight disease threatens potato crops” published in the “Hindustan Times” on 17 July 2024. Why in the news? Recently, CPRI issued an advisory related to late blight disease threatening potato crops. About Late Blight… Continue reading Late Blight Disease
National Quantum Mission- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
The launch of National Quantum Mission in 2023, put India among the top six leading nations involved in the research and development in quantum technologies. The National Quantum Mission worth Rs. 6,003.65 crore, is planned during 2023-2031. The mission aims to strengthen India’s research and development in the quantum arena. However, the mission also faces… Continue reading National Quantum Mission- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Two Stealth Frigates to be delivered from Russia
Source- This post on the Two Stealth Frigates to be delivered from Russia has been created based on the article “Two stealth frigates being built in Russia set to be delivered soon” published in “The Hindu” on 13 July 2024. Why in the news? The two stealth frigates being built in Russia for the Indian Navy… Continue reading Two Stealth Frigates to be delivered from Russia
Status of India’s Merchandise and Services Export
Source: The post on “Status of India’s Merchandise and Services Export” has been created, based on the article “Imports continue to outpace growing exports; trade deficit widens by 9.4%” published in “The Hindu” on 16th July 2024 Why in news? The Commerce Ministry has reported that India’s merchandise exports has grown for the third consecutive… Continue reading Status of India’s Merchandise and Services Export
Valorization of Dredged Sediments
Source-This post on Valorization of Dredged Sediments has been created based on the article “MoPSW Approves Research Proposal on “Valorization of Dredged Sediments” published in “PIB” on 15 July 2024. Why in the news? The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways has recently approved a research project on Valorization of Dredged Sediments, funded at ₹46,47,380.… Continue reading Valorization of Dredged Sediments
