Context The SC has made a historic judgement that basically means that states have absolute freedom to charge on mineral rich acreages. Policy assertion of this nature is of tremendous importance for the mining industry, state governments, and the entirety Read More …
Category: UPSC Current Affairs
Budget 2024 for education and employment
Context The Union Budget for 2024-25 aims to provide ₹1.48 lakh crore for education, employment and skilling in the country. About The budget’s emphasis on education, employment, and skilling reflects the government’s commitment to building a robust and inclusive economy. Read More …
Global Food Security and Nutrition Report 2024
Context The 2024 edition of The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report, released annually by the United Nations, presents the latest updates on the global food security and nutrition situation. This year’s report focuses on Read More …
Govt Initiatives to Increase Hydrocarbon Production
Context The Indian government has recognized the critical importance of increasing hydrocarbon production to ensure energy security, reduce import dependence, and stimulate economic growth. With a significant portion of the country’s energy needs met through imports, various initiatives and policies Read More …
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) in India
Context The Finance Minister has recently proposed to set up an integrated technology platform to improve the outcomes under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). About The Union Minister also proposed the establishment of additional tribunals out of which, a Read More …
SC Verdict on Release of GM Mustard
Context Recently the Supreme Court pronounced a split verdict on the validity of the Centre’s 2022 decision granting conditional approval for environmental release of genetically modified (GM) mustard crops. About In 2022, the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC)— a statutory Read More …
Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
Union Finance Minister launched the Pradhan Mantri-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana to boost rooftop solar installations in India. About Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana It was launched in February 2024. Nodal Ministry: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). Objective: To promote rooftop Read More …
Rising Mental Health Issues in India
Context Recently the Economic Survey 2023-24 flagged a rise in mental health issues among Indians, calling for a paradigm shift towards a bottom-up approach to address the problem. Status of Mental health related issues in India According to the National Mental Read More …
Development Assistance Plans for Neighbouring countries
Context In the Union Budget 2024-25, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has outlined its development assistance plans, focusing on strategic partners and neighbouring countries. About A major chunk of the Ministry of External Affairs’ outlay, Rs 4,883 crore, has Read More …
Rajasthan Tribals Tackle Global Challenges at UN Event
Context Recently, a High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development was held under the auspices of the U.N. Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). The solutions offered by indigenous tribal communities in Rajasthan to global challenges, and their role in policy Read More …