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Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 3 Karnataka study shows eggs in mid-day meals help children’s growth (Polity and Governance) Know about PM- POSHAN (Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman) scheme ,its objectives ,coverage and achievements GS 2 10 Let’s debate freebies A Disruption-mukt Parliament (Polity […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 Don’t disturb normal affairs with Sri Lanka: China to India (International Relations ) Why is a Chinese ship’ heading for a Sri Lankan port, and what does it mean for India? GS 3 6 Macro Variable projections in uncertain times (Economy) […]

Culture of “Freebies” in electoral politics.

Context In recent weeks, several arms of our polity have expressed concern over the culture of “freebies” in electoral politics. Views on Freebies The prime minister, in a thinly disguised attempt to delegitimize welfare announcements by political opponents, has called for an end to the “revdi” culture. The prime minister invoked the “revdi culture” to […]

Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS)

Context The government is working on to develop a “technology solution”, where grievances on social media platforms can be suo motu registered on the Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) for action by the authorities concerned. About Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) It is an online platform available to the […]

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

In News Senior electrochemical scientist Nallathamby Kalaiselvi has become the first woman director general of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. About Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR It is known for its cutting edge R&D knowledge base in diverse S&T areas, It is a contemporary R&D organisation. It has a dynamic network […]

New START Treaty

In News Recently, Russia suspended inspection under the new START treaty over western sanctions. About New START Treaty Treaty Structure: It is Treaty between the United States of America It is a treaty on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms. It enhances U.S. national security by placing verifiable limits on […]

Soil Mapping

In Context The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has started the Soil Mapping project in sub-Saharan Africa for better use of fertilisers, improving food security. About Soil Mapping: It is a technique which has become usual within the so-called precision farming, which uses the most advanced technology to obtain the most accurate information about the […]

One District One Product (ODOP)

In News The Ministry of Commerce and Industry unveiled a digital version of ODOP gift catalogue. About ODOP initiative: It was launched by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, to help districts reach their full potential, foster economic and socio-cultural growth, and create employment opportunities, especially in rural areas. The scheme aims to turn every […]

Solar photovoltaics (PV) in India

In News India has added significant photovoltaics capacity over the past decade, achieving over 50 GW by 2022. About Solar photovoltaics (PV) has driven India’s push towards the adoption of cleaner energy generation technologies. India’s Journey: From less than 10 MW in 2010, India has achieved PV capacity over 50 GW by 2022. By 2030, […]

India’s Tourism Market

In Context Recently, The report’ titled ‘Outbound Travel and Tourism – An Opportunity Untapped‘ was released by Nangia Andersen LLP in association with FICCI. More about the report & its highlights About: The report highlights the up-and-coming Indian travel market and It outlines a framework for creating a more value for money experience for Indian […]

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