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Transnistria

In Context  The Ukraine war casts shadow over Transnistria as security alerts sow fear. Transnistria risks being drawn into the Russia-Ukraine war because of reports of a series of explosions in its territory Where is Transnistria? It lies between Moldova to its west and Ukraine towards its east.  Often described as a “remnant of the […]

State of the World’s Forests 2022

In News Recently, The State of the World’s Forests (SOFO) 2022 report has been released by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).  About FAO It is a specialised agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. The goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have […]

Jute Industry

In News West Bengal is experiencing a crisis that has led to the closure of several Jute Mills. What is the issue? Closure of jute mills: With lakhs of people dependent on them, were adversely affected with many forced to shut down and many others on the verge of closure. Approximately 60 mills operating in […]

Discourse on Federalism

In News It is argued that India is at an inflection point vis-a-vis Centre-State relations owing to increasing asymmetry. Federalism in India Meaning:  Federalism refers to a vertical division of power in a political system. It is a system in which power is divided between a central authority and other constituents.  For e.g. in India, […]

Debate on the National Language

In News The recent remarks by a Hindi actor to the effect that Hindi is the national language of India sparked a controversy over the status of the language under the Constitution.  About Background:  The official language issue was hotly debated in the Constituent Assembly, and the provisions relating to it were formulated only after […]

Basava Jayanthi

In News  Recently, the Prime Minister paid tributes to Jagadguru Basaveshwara on the sacred occasion of Basava Jayanthi. About Jagadguru Basaveshwara Born in Bagevadi (of undivided Bijapur district in Karnataka) during 1131 AD. He belonged to the Brahmin community. He was a 12th Century Kannada social reformer, poet and philosopher during the rule of the […]

Power Sector in India

In Context The power sector in India is going through a crisis and Peak shortages in some states have reached double digits. About Power Sector in India Power is among the most critical components of infrastructure, crucial for the economic growth and welfare of nations.  The existence and development of adequate power infrastructure is essential […]

Indian Express

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1   Confident of agreement with India on war crime accountability: German Chancellor (International Relations ) Know about the “broad agreement” between India and Germany ,their stand on Russian actions ,How does Germany’s Indo-Pacific strategy address concerns arising out of Beijing’s actions […]

The Hindu

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 3   1   April GST revenues go past ?1.67 lakh crore   (Economy) What is the present status of India’s gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenues collection ?Multiple favourable factors,Main Features of GST,Legislative Basis ,Advantages ,Challenges and what lies ahead . […]

GST Collections

In News The Goods and Services Tax collection touched an all-time high of over 1.68 lakh crore, the ministry of finance said while citing the improvement in economic activities. About Data This marks a 20 percent increase from the previous year’s level on the back of improved compliance, enforcement action against tax evaders and pick-up […]

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