Context Due to the mounting pressures to lower the GST imposed on health and life insurance, the Indian government has constituted a GoM. The scheme to work out the impact of the present taxation structure in place at 18% and Read More …
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India-UAE to explore Civil Nuclear Energy Cooperation
Context India and the UAE have taken their political relationship to the next level through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on civil nuclear energy cooperation. The above notable deal was sealed during the state visit to India Read More …
The role of district agro-met offices in supporting farmers
Context District Agro-Met Offices are indispensable units in farmers district activities by offering important meteorological data and recommendations. These offices are in a group of networks that assist the farmers in choosing the best ways that lead to improvement in Read More …
Impact of Arctic Sea ice on Indian Monsoon
Context In a survey researchers from India’s National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), have found that seasonal modifications in the Arctic sea ice is affecting the Indian monsoon. Indian Summer Monsoon Rainfall The Indian summer monsoon rainfall (ISMR) Read More …
India’s Military Diplomacy
Context India has been actively engaged in military international relations by a chain of high-profile exercises and events with several countries. About Defence diplomacy It is the usage of defence-associated instruments and activities in a cooperative and non violent way Read More …
Artificial Intelligence in war
Context The summit on Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Military Domain (REAIM) has begun in Seoul, South Korea. About It is a part of the new global diplomacy to form global norms at the military programs of AI. Read More …
News of The Day – 9th September 2024
News of The Day – 9th September 2024 The Hindu, Indian Express, Live Mint, Business Standard, Economic Times, and PIB. News Headline Source Syllabus What To Know? The Vulnerability Of Live-In Couples TheHindu GS-01: Indian Society Overview of Live-in Relationship Read More …
India emerges as the largest plastic polluter globally
Context Recent studies have revealed alarming statistics regarding plastic pollution, positioning India as the world’s largest contributor. With an estimated release of 9.3 million tonnes of plastic waste annually, India accounts for nearly one-fifth of global plastic emissions. This situation Read More …
Enemy Properties
In News A plot of land in Uttar Pradesh, once owned by the family of former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf, is scheduled to be auctioned under the provisions of The Enemy Property Act. Historical Context The origin of the Enemy Read More …
Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari Initiative
About Under this program, about 24,800 rainwater harvesting systems are being built across the country to enhance rainwater harvesting and ensure long-term water sustainability. The ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari’ initiative seeks to preserve water with a strong emphasis on community Read More …