In News Recently ,the Government has relaxed various procedures under the Export Promotion Capital Goods (EPCG) scheme in order to reduce compliance requirements and facilitate ease of doing business. Major Changes The changes include those related to annual reporting of EO (export obligation) — instead of by April 30 each year, exporters can file that […]
In News The Maharashtra government has developed a website-based migration tracking system (MTS) application to map the movement of vulnerable seasonal migrant workers through individual unique identity numbers. It will maintain the continuity of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) About ICDS It was launched on 2nd October, 1975 (5th Five year Plan) in pursuance […]
In News The recent sinking of the warship Moskva, the flagship of the Russian Black Sea Fleet, is a serious setback for Russia. Key Points About the vessel: The vessel was the biggest Russian warship to be sunk in action since World War II. The Black Sea Fleet has a long history, and is considered […]
In News The Finance Minister has said the government cannot bring down taxes and thus oil prices because it has to pay for oil bonds issued by the UPA. What are oil bonds? Meaning: An oil bond is an IOU, or a promissory note issued by the government to the OMCs, in lieu of cash […]
In News Recently, the Delhi High Court has said that no one can insist a judge to disclose reason for recusal. Key Points Current Case: The High Court rejected a plea by a woman seeking an investigation against persons who had allegedly tried to influence the court of a Metropolitan Magistrate here. High Court’s stand: […]
In News Recently ,Governments of Ghana and Norway formed the first group to fast-track progress towards reducing NCD deaths . About The decision to form the group was taken at the first International Strategic Dialogue on NCDs and the Sustainable Development Goals, held in Accra, Ghana April 12, 2022. It was hosted by WHO, along […]
In News Recently ,India-Vietnam complimented each other on the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations . Major Points They expressed satisfaction over the rapid pace of wide-ranging cooperation under the India-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership . Vietnam’s importance was highlighted as an important pillar of India’s Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific Vision. The Prime […]
In News Recently, the World Bank has released a report stating that growth in the Indian Subcontinent will be slower than previously projected, due to the impacts of the war in Ukraine. Key highlights of the report Economic growth in southern Asia will be slower than previously projected due to the impacts of the war […]
In News The Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Bill, 2021 was introduced in the Lok Sabha which amends the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 (WLPA). Major Highlights Image Courtesy: the indian wire Invasive alien species The Bill empowers the central government to regulate or prohibit the import, trade, possession or proliferation of invasive alien species. […]
Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 1 1 Monsoon will be normal this year: IMD forecast (Geography) What are the major takeaways from the first Long Range Forecast (LFR) of India Meteorological Department (IMD)? And learn facts related to southwest monsoon . GS 3 1 Fertiliser crunch looms: […]