Context: The Indian Army’s Spear Corps accused women activists in Manipur of obstructing routes and interfering in security operations amid ongoing rioting and unrest in the state. About Meira Paibis of Manipur: The most visible organised face of civil society Read More …
Day: June 29, 2023
Transforming the Bank
Context: The current debate on the reforms of multilateral development banks (MDBs) is a subset of the wider debate on the value, content and scope of multilateralism. These banks need to address the challenges of climate change and developmental aspirations of the Global Read More …
Tier 2 Bonds
Context: IDFC First Bank said it had raised ₹1,500 crore of Tier2 bonds in the domestic bond market. About Tier-2 Bonds: Tier-2 bonds are a type of debt instrument banks issue to raise capital for their operations. Tier-2 bonds form a part of the Read More …
Champions 2.0 Portal
Context: The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) launched the Champions 2.0 Portal and accompanying mobile application on 27 June, the International MSME Day. About Champions 2.0 Portal: It is designed to address the challenges faced by MSMEs in managing their cluster projects Read More …
Sagar Samajik Sahayog
Context: The Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways launched ‘Sagar Samajik Sahyog’ – the new guidelines of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). About the News Guidelines: Objectives To empower ports to undertake CSR activities directly To allow ports to initiate, undertake and Read More …
Global Competitiveness Index
Context: India has ranked 40th on the latest world competitiveness ranking released by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD). About Global Competitiveness Index: The IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook (WCY), first published in 1989, is a comprehensive annual report that serves as a global reference Read More …
Geographical Indication Tag
Context: Recently, the Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai has given tags to seven different products from Uttar Pradesh. Probable Question: Q. What are some of the challenges faced in implementing and managing the Geographical Indication (GI) tag system in India? More on Read More …
Distinguished Service Awards
Context: President conferred Distinguished Service Awards, including 52 Ati Vishisht Seva Medals, on 84 serving and retired personnel of the armed forces and the Indian Coast Guard. About the Awards: Uttam Yudh Seva Medal: Instituted in 1980 to recognize the distinguished service Read More …
Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) and El-NINO
Context: The development of a positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) has led to optimistic expectations regarding its ability to counterbalance the El Nino effect. About El Nino: El Nino, meaning “the little boy” in Spanish is commonly known, refers to an abnormal warming of surface Read More …