Monthly Archives: September 2021
Status of Coral Reefs of the World:2020
In News Status of Coral Reefs of the World: 2020 was prepared by the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network, along with the Australian government. Major Findings Resiliency: Coral reefs have suffered terribly in the past three decades. Yet, they are resilient and would be able to withstand challenges posed by a warming world. Shocking aspects: […]
Rice Fortification
In News Recently, a webinar is being held on “Rice Fortification: A complementary approach to address Nutritional Anaemia”. About It was organised to mark the ongoing 4th Rashtriya Poshan Mah. Organised by: Department of Food and Public Distribution under Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Ministry of Women and Child Development with […]
National Commission for Minorities
In News Recently, Former IPS officer Iqbal Singh Lalpura, who joined BJP in 2012, has been chosen as chairman of the National Commission for Minorities. National Commission for Minorities(NCM) Background: In 1978, the setting up of the Minorities Commission (MC) was envisaged in the Ministry of Home Affairs Resolution. In 1984, the MC was detached […]
Strategic Disinvestment
In News Recently, the Government allowed disinvested PSUs to set off previous losses. About the recent developments In order to facilitate the strategic disinvestment, it has been decided that Section 79 of the Income-tax Act, 1961, shall not apply to an erstwhile public sector company that has become so as a result of strategic disinvestment. […]
Indian Express
Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 3 3 After GM, Harley, Ford Motor drives out, shuts plants (Economy) Why are the automobile companies exiting India? What are the challenges faced by these companies? How will it impact India and what is the way ahead? GS 2 3 BRICS leaders […]
The Hindu
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 BRICS seeks ‘inclusive’ intra Afghan dialogue (IR) Key Takeaways from 13th BRICS summit, what are the major decision taken in the context of Afghanistan, objectives and needs, learn facts related to BRICS GS 2 2 IITs top […]
Facts In News
Defence Air defence missile (MRSAM) System Syllabus: GS 3/Defence In News The first deliverable Firing Unit (FU) of Medium Range Surface to Air Missile (MRSAM) System handed over to Indian Air Force (IAF) to boost India’s defence capabilities. About The MRSAM (IAF) is an advanced network-centric combat Air Defence System developed jointly by the Defence […]
Centre hikes MSP for Rabi Crops
In News The Centre has increased the minimum support price (MSP) for wheat for the upcoming rabi season to ?2,015 per quintal, a 2% hike from last year. Oilseeds and pulses such as mustard, safflower and masoor dal saw higher MSP increases of up to 8% in a bid to encourage crop diversification. About Minimum […]
Swachh Survekshan Grameen, 2021
In News Recently, the Minister of State, Jal Shakti Ministry presided over the e-launch of Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2021 under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase -II. About Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2021 Background: Commissioned by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS) under the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Aim: To support the acceleration of ODF […]
